The Sustainability of Buddhist Culture in the Era of Globalization: Approaches to Protecting Buddhism

Abstract

In the era of globalization where the world is interconnected more closely than ever, Buddhist culture, which represents one of humanity's most significant spiritual and intellectual heritages, is facing numerous new challenges. This article aims to study and analyze the current situation of Buddhist culture within the context of globalization, focusing on exploring both positive and negative impacts arising from globalization trends on the existence and transmission of Buddhist traditions and practices. This study employs document analysis and synthesis of concepts from diverse secondary sources, including academic research, religious documents, and reports from international organizations. The study findings reveal that globalization affects Buddhist culture in multiple dimensions, both creating opportunities for Buddhism to spread to new areas and generating challenges in maintaining cultural purity and identity. This article proposes comprehensive approaches to protecting Buddhism covering five main dimensions: education and learning, dharma practice, community building, technology utilization, and international networking. These approaches will help create balance between adapting to the modern world and preserving the traditional values of Buddhism.