Buddhist division and polarisation in Myanmar’s revolutionary situation

This post is a condensed version of an article in the Journal of Contemporary Asia discussing the impact of revolutionary visions on institutionalized religion in Myanmar, particularly the Buddhist monastic order. The article raises questions about the threat revolutions pose to Buddhism and how they align with Buddhist norms. The special edition focuses on “Revolution and Solidarity in Myanmar” (Vol 54 No 5), shedding light on the complex relationship between revolution and religious institutions in the country.

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