what steps were takan by ashoka to sperd dharama
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Ashoka took many steps for the propagation of Buddhism. First of all Ashoka propagated Dhamma among his subjects by showing them spectacles of the various classes of gods, their heavenly palaces, celestial elephants etc. These were shown in different 'Samajas' or amphitheatres where the people were entertained with shows.
Second, the other measure that Ashoka took to foster Dhamma was to encourage 'Dhamma yatra' that is to say, encouraging visit to places associated with the life of Gautama Buddha. In his Rock Edict VIII Ashoka tells us that 'Vihara yatra' that is, tours for pleasure and hunting were of no use.
Ashoka himself visited the 'Bodhi Tree' the tree under which Gautama received enlightenment. Third, Ashoka himself undertook the work of preaching Dhamma. This had a profound impression on the mind of the people. Fourth, King, after all, was a single individual and it was impossible for him to approach all people.
Ashoka, therefore, thought it necessary to appoint officers who would fulfil the work that he had started. Thus a new class of officials, called Dharmamahmatras, was appointed.
It was their duty to look to the spiritual as well as material good of the people.
Fifth, Ashoka categorically mentioned that he set up 'Dharma-Stamb has for promotion of Dhamma.
It is pointed out by Dr. Bhandarkar that Dharma-stambhas should not be supposed as some material pillars, but to be taken as works of charity.
In fact, Ashoka dug wells, grew mango orchards, built rest houses, and all his done with the intent that men may follow the practices of Dhamma.
Sixth, Ashoka clearly stated that his missionary zeal for the propagation of Dhamma was not confined to his own empire, but extended to many other kingdoms. It is particularly interesting to note the wide range of countries over which ashoka carried on his missionary activities.
Second, the other measure that Ashoka took to foster Dhamma was to encourage 'Dhamma yatra' that is to say, encouraging visit to places associated with the life of Gautama Buddha. In his Rock Edict VIII Ashoka tells us that 'Vihara yatra' that is, tours for pleasure and hunting were of no use.
Ashoka himself visited the 'Bodhi Tree' the tree under which Gautama received enlightenment. Third, Ashoka himself undertook the work of preaching Dhamma. This had a profound impression on the mind of the people. Fourth, King, after all, was a single individual and it was impossible for him to approach all people.
Ashoka, therefore, thought it necessary to appoint officers who would fulfil the work that he had started. Thus a new class of officials, called Dharmamahmatras, was appointed.
It was their duty to look to the spiritual as well as material good of the people.
Fifth, Ashoka categorically mentioned that he set up 'Dharma-Stamb has for promotion of Dhamma.
It is pointed out by Dr. Bhandarkar that Dharma-stambhas should not be supposed as some material pillars, but to be taken as works of charity.
In fact, Ashoka dug wells, grew mango orchards, built rest houses, and all his done with the intent that men may follow the practices of Dhamma.
Sixth, Ashoka clearly stated that his missionary zeal for the propagation of Dhamma was not confined to his own empire, but extended to many other kingdoms. It is particularly interesting to note the wide range of countries over which ashoka carried on his missionary activities.
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