Buddhist art And Communication

Abstract

This book review article on Buddhist Art and Communication aims to study the role of Buddhist art as a medium for transmitting Buddhist teachings, spiritual values, and the cultural identity of Buddhist societies. The study employs descriptive analysis and content criticism based on the book written by Ruji Tantiatsawayothi. The findings reveal that the author systematically explains the relationship between “Buddhist art” and “communication,” emphasizing that Buddhist art possesses not only aesthetic value but also functions as a symbolic communication process that conveys Buddhist doctrines, faith, beliefs, and the ways of life of people in different historical periods. This communication is expressed through architecture, sculpture, painting, and Buddhist literature.

Furthermore, the book reflects the significance of Buddhist art in fostering awareness of cultural heritage conservation and in applying Buddhist principles to contemporary life. The knowledge gained from this study is the understanding of Buddhist art as a form of “Buddhist cultural communication” that connects faith, wisdom, and social communication. This perspective contributes to sustainable approaches to preserving Buddhist art through appropriate communication processes within modern social contexts.