EMPEROR ASOKA
( THE ONE WHO CONQUERED THE WORLD WITH DHAMMA )
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Emperor Aśoka, one of India’s greatest rulers, transformed from a ruthless conqueror to a compassionate leader after embracing the teachings of the Buddha.
Following the devastating Kalinga war, Aśoka sought mental peace through Vipassanā meditation. This profound transformation led him to promote Dharma across his vast empire, building stūpas, inscribing edicts, and sending envoys to spread the Buddha’s teachings.
His efforts ensured the preservation and dissemination of Vipassanā, which eventually returned to India after centuries. Aśoka’s legacy is a testament to the power of Dharma in fostering peace and harmony.
