Overview
Buddhism and Engaged Buddhism share a common foundation in the teachings of the Buddha, but differ in their approach to social and environmental issues, with Engaged Buddhism emphasizing active participation in creating positive change, as seen in the work of Thich Nhat Hanh and the Plum Village community, while traditional Buddhism focuses on individual spiritual growth, as exemplified by the Dalai Lama's teachings on mindfulness and compassion, and influenced by the philosophical ideas of Alan Watts and the cultural context of Zen Buddhism in Japan