Buddhist Methods of Research: An Analytical Study

Based on the teachings of Gautam Buddha, this paper presents a Buddhist method for research. The Buddhist approach to research makes use of Buddhist concepts closely related to living harmoniously, unlike Western approaches. Consequently, it reframes systemic problem structuring as an exercise in Buddhist disciplines applied to organisational life, which is likely to be viewed as a cooperative and culturally valued undertaking. Buddhism was founded about 2500 years ago as a result of philosophically conducted research by Gautam Buddha. The study undertaken by Gautam Buddha and he presented the Buddha after becoming the Buddha to his disciples. The main objective of this paper is to develop an academic insight that addresses the methods of research carried out by Gautam Buddha and analyzes the relationship between Buddhism and research methods. This paper will try to inquire about what can be learned from Buddhist methods for current research methodology, particularly in the field of social sciences.

Buddhist research methods, Gautam Buddha, living harmoniously, philosophical research.

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