Practical Approaches to Cultivate Loving-Kindness (Mettā) for Managing Anger (Dosa) in Theravāda Buddhism

Name: Tilokasara

keyword: Practical Approaches

; Cultivate Loving-Kindness (Mettā)

; Managing Anger (Dosa)

Abstract: This thesis investigates practical approaches to cultivating loving-kindness (mettā) as an effective means of managing anger (dosa) in the context of Theravāda Buddhism. The research is structured with three key objectives: (1) to analyze the concept, causes, and effects of anger according to Theravāda Buddhism; (2) to examine the principles and significance of loving-kindness (mettā) as presented in Buddhist scriptures, (3) to propose practical approaches to cultivate mettā for managing anger in Theravāda Buddhism. Employing a documentary research methodology, the study critically analyzes primary sources from the Pāḷi Canon alongside secondary literature such as commentaries, academic research, and contemporary scholarly interpretations. This research findings affirm that anger is a harmful mental defilement recognized as one of the unwholesome roots (akusala-mūla) in Theravāda Buddhism. It is described as fiery and destructive, impairing judgment, clouding perception, and leading to unethical actions. Anger arises from unpleasant five senses contacts, ignorance (avijjā), craving (taṇhā), and attachment (lobha) and ego (attā). Its effects include mental suffering, physical harm, behavioral effect, relationships and social unrest. Second, the study confirms that loving-kindness (mettā) is the direct antidote to anger. Mettā is not merely a passive feeling but an active mental training that fosters empathy and reduces hostility. As both a meditative practice and ethical quality, it encourages patience, empathy, forgiveness, and moral harmony. The study highlights formal mettā meditation, ethical behavior, and regular reflection as methods for transforming anger into compassion. Finally, the research finding is that practical approaches to cultivate mettā, such as daily reflections, chanting the Metta Sutta, journaling, midday meditation breaks, group practice and recollection of generosity for managing anger. These tools help build emotional resilience, reduce reactivity, and promote peaceful social engagement.

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Name: Phramaha Nantakorn Piyabhani

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Name: Ven.Neminda

Role: อาจารย์ที่ปรึกษา

Created: 2568

Modified: 2025-09-23

Issued: 2025-09-23

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DegreeName: Master of Arts Degrees

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: Buddhist Studies

Grantor: Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University

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