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The early Buddhist view of the state developed in three phases. Initially, the state was seen as a contractual arrangement where the king provided services in exchange for taxation. Second, Buddhism recognized separate spheres of secular and spiritual authority to deal with the power of monarchical states. Finally, Buddhism developed its ideal state where secular authority derived from and was guided by the Dhamma (teachings of Buddha) as represented by the Sangha (monastic community). Overall, Buddhism sou
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- Aroonwan Kongmebhol
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