Raja Ashoka was a significant figure in Indian history and one of the greatest emperors of the Maurya Empire. He is best known for his military conquests and the spread of Buddhism throughout India and beyond.
Ashoka was born in the 3rd century BCE in present-day Pakistan and was the third son of the Mauryan Emperor Bindusara. As a prince, he was known for his military prowess and was sent to quell a rebellion in the western region of India. He was successful in this task, but the violence and bloodshed that accompanied the conquest left a deep impact on him.
Upon his return, Ashoka became more deeply involved in the study of Buddhism and was eventually converted to the religion. He began to implement Buddhist principles in his rule, promoting non-violence, tolerance, and compassion. He also established a system of governance based on dharma, or moral law, and set up hospitals, schools, and parks throughout his empire.
Ashoka's most significant contribution to Buddhism was his support for the dissemination of the religion. He sent Buddhist missionaries to various parts of India and beyond, including present-day Afghanistan, Iran, and even as far as Greece and Syria. He also built numerous stupas and monasteries throughout his empire, which helped to spread the teachings of Buddha.
Ashoka's rule was marked by a period of peace and prosperity, and he is remembered as one of the greatest emperors in Indian history. His legacy lives on through the many Buddhist monuments and artifacts that he left behind, and he continues to be an inspiration for those who seek to promote peace and non-violence in the world.
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Keay, however, notes a discrepancy between the earlier association of Ashoka with Buddhism through Devi and the depiction of the new king as a murderous fiend-turned-saint, commenting: Buddhist sources tend to represent Ashoka's pre-Buddhist lifestyle as one of indulgence steeped in cruelty. Raja Asoka menyebarkan agama Buddha dengan cara menjadikannya sebagai agama nasional pada tahun 260 SM, mengunjungi secara langsung atau mengirimkan diplomat ke negara-negara lain, seperti Roma, Mesir, Macedonia, negara-negara di sampai negara-negara di Asia Tenggara. Retrieved 17 June 2017. Apart from philosophy, Raja cares most about his wife and his twin girls, is interested in Āyurveda, likes to cook vegetarian , listen to music Jazz, World Music, Indian classical , and to play music. Saudara-saudara Ashoka yang tidak menyetujui keputusan itu mulai memberontak secara diam-diam.
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