Lumbini Insights 2082 – Annual Academic Journal

Celebrate the auspicious occasion of the full moon of Baisakh, marking the Birth, Enlightenment, and Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha, with the latest edition of Lumbini Insights, the prestigious annual academic journal published by the Faculty of Buddhist Studies at Lumbini Buddhist University. This 2025 edition embodies the university’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovative research, and the practical application of Buddhist philosophy in promoting peace and social harmony.  Lumbini Insights 2082 is a meticulously curated collection of 15 scholarly articles—11 in English and 4 in Nepali—drawn from the vibrant academic discussions and presentations at the national and international seminars hosted by Lumbini Buddhist University in 2081 and 2082. This journal serves as a dynamic platform for both emerging scholars and seasoned researchers to explore the contemporary relevance of the Buddha’s teachings, offering critical insights and innovative perspectives on Buddhist philosophy, history, art, literature, and more.

Featured Articles

1. Bodhisattva in Mahayāna Buddhism and its Implication from Modern Perspectives – Sanjay Shakya

2. Buddhism and Environmental Ethics – Ashoknanda Bajracharya

3. Buddhist Universities through the Lens of Nālandā – Acharya Dayanidhi

4. Concept of Peace, Happiness, and Prosperity in Shantideva’s Bodhicharyavatara – Pushpa Bahadur Gurung

5. Engaged Buddhism and Education: Assessing the Contribution of Buddhist Organizations in Lumbini – Suraj Ghimire

6. Engaged Buddhism in Action: The Inspiring Impact of the Tzu Chi Foundation in Nepal – Kabir Shakya

7. Godavari: A Sacred Buddhist Pilgrimage Site – Mohan Kumar Tamang

8. Integrating the Noble Eightfold Path with Marketing Ethics and Practices – Ashish Kumar Mishra

9. Navigating the Nexus: Customer Satisfaction Through the Lens of Buddha Kamma – Prasanna Thapa

10. Research on Lumbini in the Travels of Ancient Chinese Monks – Bhikhhuni Shi Kuansen

11. Teachings of the Buddha: Lessons and Learnings for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Mahendra Sapkota

12. एक्काइसौँ शताब्दिमा सतिपट्ठान ध्यानको महत् – मदनरत्न मानन्धर

13. ललितपुरको बुबहालस्थित जलहर्युपरिसुमेरु चैत्य – नुतनधर शर्मा

14. थेरवाद बुद्धधर्ममा बोधिसत्त्वको अवधारणा र स्थान – महेन्द्ररत्न शाक्य

15. बुद्धको स्वरको विशेषता एवं प्रभावहरू – सुनिता महर्जन (अ.कुसलञाणी)

Editorial Team

The journal owes its success to the tireless efforts of the editorial board: Lecturer Manjil Subedi, Assistant Lecturer Kamal Thapa, and Assistant Lecturer Neshan Shrestha, alongside the invaluable support of campus chiefs, paper presenters, commentators, reviewers, and university officials.

–  Published by Lumbini Buddhist University, Faculty of Buddhist Studies.