A Model of law According to the Buddhist Principles

Abstract

This research article has three main objectives: 1) to study the concept of law, the legislation process, the content, enforcement, and interpretation of law at the present time; 2) to study the Buddhist doctrinal principles relating to law; and 3) to study forms of law that are in accordance with Buddhist principles. The research fi nds that the form of law that is in accordance with Buddhist principles is fi tting for the Thai social context as it facilitates a content and peaceful coexistence among humans, animals, the environment, and aids the development of humans into complete (virtuous) beings according to Buddhism. In addition, the content of the law has to be in accordance with the Law of Karma, the Five Buddhist Precepts, and the Middle Path.