Family Dispute Resolution Through Buddhist Peaceful Means

Abstract

The research article aimed at increasing understanding of family dispute resolution through Buddhist peaceful means.  The documentary research approach was used in the study, which included a book review and related articles. The obtained data were categorized, classified, compiled, summarized, and analyzed. The important aspects were grouped into four sections: Buddhist peaceful means, conflict, peaceful means concepts, and an application of the Dhamma in resolving dispute using Buddhist peaceful means. The best resolution for general disputes, regardless of the degree, must not involve violence and instead employ Buddhist peaceful means in order to reach a middle ground that allows them to coexist happily. According to the findings of the investigation into family disputes, disputes have numerous features and occur at various periods, which may affect the way of life and positive relationships of families both directly and indirectly. Resolution of disputes using physical or emotional force can result in loss and further violence. Dispute resolution through Buddhist peaceful means can be accomplished in a variety of ways. The study has applied Saṅgahavatthu (four bases of social solidarity) as a tool to manage dispute peacefully, namely applying Dāna (giving), Piyavācā (kindly speech), Atthacariya (useful conduct), and Samānattatā (equal and even treatment). Saṅgahavatthu should be applied appropriately to the arising disputes, with an emphasis on both reasoning and emotions, in order to end disputes that please all parties and restore harmony to the family.