Integration of Buddhist Principles in the Tipitaka for Animal Treatment

Abstract

The objectives of this research article are 1) to study the conditions of animal treatment in the Tripitaka 2) to analyze the principles of animal treatment in modern society 3) to integrate Buddhist Principles in the Tipitaka for animal treatment. This is a qualitative field research study. conducted interviews with experts in the Tipitaka, veterinarians, veterinary assistants and animal owners, a total of 5 people. The instrument used to collect data was an in-depth interview questionnaire. Analyze the content and data from the interviews. Write a narrative and make a descriptive presentation.   The research results found that conditions for animal treatment in the Tipitaka appear in suttas that explain the principles of royal observance and the principles of Dhammaraja. Define the role and duties of the King in caring for animals, including protection, treatment and protection. Including pets, working animals, and beautiful poultry and food animals. Let them live happily like the people within the government. Moreover, in Mangalathathipani it is stated that The King must reward animals of burden and not use them during old age. It is considered to be Dhamma behavior among all beings and found the Asoka Dhamma principles of King Asoka used to rule and care for animals. 2) Rama 6 and 7 of the Chakri Dynasty use the principles of royal practice in caring for animals. As appears in the Royal Command of the two kings. That is clearly stated in writing in the Magadha language as "Rakkhavaranakutti" (Preserve - Prevent - Protect). Found principles for taking care of animals that are universally accepted, namely, the principles of 5 Freedoms: Freedom from hunger and thirst, Freedom from physical discomfort pain and disease, Freedom from fear and dissatisfaction and Freedom to express natural behavior. 3) When the principles of Buddhism in the Tipitaka are integrated for use in animal treatment. It was found that there was consistency which caused the principle of animal freedom to be fully established. Must use the principles of the Noble Truths, the Three Characteristics, Brahmavihara, Sangahavatthu, Precepts, Patirupadesvasa and Sappaya. It is of most practical importance to veterinarians, veterinary assistant and animal owners. In particular, the experts agreed on applying the principles of the Three Characteristics to all personnel and animals as much as possible. The resulting body of knowledge is a practical guideline for animal care for personnel dealing with animals according to Buddhist principles.