Why Are Buddhist Monks Promoting Violence in Sri Lanka? - Political Violence at a Glance
- Jul 1, 2014
Why Are Buddhist Monks Promoting Violence in Sri Lanka? - Political Violence at a Glance
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Jason Scott Montoya @JasonSMontoya
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Aug 10, 2023
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“This system changed dramatically in the mid-20th century, when the Sri Lankan state withdrew its material support to the sangha. The loss of support made the sangha dependent on lay worshippers while also undermining the power of the high council. Without enforcement from above, the religious hierarchy came to lack authority. As a result, individual monks were granted the autonomy to deviate from their community.”