Vaisudhaiva Kutumbakam, Humanism and Social Harmony(A Study of the Philosophy of Humanism in Hinduism as a Compendium for Constructing a Conformist Social Order)

Abstract

The context of individual life and the expression of living together in the community is faced with an inherent challenge. The inherent challenge is the complexity of the background of each member of society. This complexity includes differences in ethnic, religious, racial and inter-group backgrounds. The more diverse a society, the greater potential for horizontal conflict. The occurrence of social conflict (horizontal), cannot be separated from the nature of the individual as homo conflictus. It needs a formula that can be used as a "valve" based on Hinduism to maintain social harmony. The thesis that can be used as a horizon to see social reality, especially internalizing aspects of humanism in each individual in maintaining the social system in order to avoid the impact of conflict is the vaisudhaiva kutumbakam conception. The purpose of this study is to explain that there is a construction of philosophical thinking about humanity in Hinduism that can be internalized in maintaining social structures and systems in order to remain harmonious. The method used in this research is qualitative-exploratory. The stages in this research begin with the process of collecting data, interpreting data and drawing conclusions. Vaisudhaiva kutumbakam as a teaching philosophy of humanity, provides a horizon and stimulation in building a stable, steady, conformist society, and teaches ethical responsibility in building social equilibrium. Hinduism as a religion of humanity and a universal religion, wants to provide a solution to the problem of diversity which is used as the basis for building conflict narratives. Through this concept, Hinduism also wants to state that differences are a necessity, which must be affirmed.