Nonviolence: Practice between Mahatma Gandhi and Kruba Srivijaya

Abstract

Nonviolence (A-hingsa) is not only a peaceful way of life. But it also covers 
love, kindness, forgiveness, non-violence, abstinence from killing. and not harming 
oneself and others. Gandhi's nonviolence concept is the basis for attaining God 
(Satya), with the ultimate goal being Moksha. And it is considered that the practice of 
nonviolence is the most powerful force against evil. Gandhi therefore chose 
nonviolence as a guideline to correct and combat injustice in society. It is the 
introduction of religious principles into politics. But for Kruba Chao Srivichai took nonviolence as a way of life. His life reflected mercy, non-vindictiveness, and 
forgiveness to those who abused him. The nonviolence that appears in the practice 
of Phra Kruba Chao Srivijaya is the complete introduction of religious principles into 
the living principle.