"BULLETIN of THE CHUO ACADEMIC RESEARCH INSTITUTE" (annual)

In addition to fostering the development of the members of our research team, this bulletin serves as a forum for discussion for the religious circle in general, accepting papers written by researchers from a wide range of disciplines. As a research publication dedicated to building religious—particularly Buddhist—principles that meet modern demands, the journal is committed to ongoing exchange with other research organizations.

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"CANDANA" (quarterly)

Candana is a Sanskrit term that refers to a type of purple, red, and white incense wood (sandalwood) produced in India. As it is an effective cure for fever, it is also called yoraku, which means to give happiness . The distinct aroma from even a small piece of this wood is said to eliminate bad smell within a radius of 40 yojana (about 100 - 360 miles). Based on our wish to neutralize the stench of earthly conflicts and create a peaceful world, our newsletter "CANDANA" promotes exchange of information within our religious community and with external research organizations.

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『アーユスの森新書』 ("Forest of Ayus" Paperback Series, Japanese edition only)

In ancient times, humans believed that gods (or lives) reside in mountains, rivers, and trees, and stood in awe of such divine existence. The phrase "Forest of Ayus" reminds us of the image of spiritual aura flowing out from a primitive forest of life, and of primal humans who lived in and who were allowed to live by the grace of nature.

Ayus is a Sanskrit term that means "life." The soil that underlies the primitive forest of life is enlivened by the workings of a diverse species of invisible bacteria. Lively interactions among a myriad of diverse creatures and other things in the forest form a rich mosaic of life.

The "Forest of Ayus" paperback series focuses on how people should live as a part of great nature by carefully observing a wide range of phenomena and all the forms of life that hide within them. We wish to think together with our readers on how we should live in harmony, with passion for life, while facing the various issues of the modern world and society.

We will consider a broad array of topics ranging from the four inevitabilities in human life (birth, aging, sickness, and death) to familiar problems and global issues, all based on a Buddhist perspective. And all while seeking expertise from Buddhist and religious scholars, as human beings who live together in the "forest of life." We wish to make this series an opportunity for both readers and experts alike to feel, think about, and experience the preciousness and wonder of life. The "Forest of Ayus" paperback series is intended for students, and readers young and old.

『宗教と終末医療』 - "Religions and Terminal Care" (Forest of Ayus 001)

by Moichiro Hayashi, Akiko Fujihara, Masahiro Tanaka, Vimala Inoue and Chuo Academic Research Institute(ed).

『人は人を裁けるか』 - "Does One have a Right to Judge the Other? " (Forest of Ayus 002)

by Yoshiaki Sanada and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『東アジア平和共同体の構築と国際社会の役割――「IPCR国際セミナー」からの提言 』 - "Proposal from the IPCR International Seminar: Building a Community of Peace in East Asia, and the Roles of International Society" (Forest of Ayus 003)

by Yoshiaki Sanada and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『退歩を学べ――ロボット博士の仏教的省察 』 - "Learning from Regression: Buddhist Reflections by a Robotics Professor" (Forest of Ayus 004)

by Masahiro Mori and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『 平和への課題と宗教者の役割 』 - "Issues for Achieving Peace, and the Roles of Religious People" (Forest of Ayus 005)

by Yoshiaki Iizaka, Kikuo Yamaoka, Yoshiaki Sanada, Yasuo Katsuyama and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『 東アジア平和共同体の構築と宗教の役割 「IPCR国際セミナー2011」からの提言』 - "Proposal from the IPCR International Seminar 2011: Building a Community of Peace in East Asia, and the Roles of Religion" (Forest of Ayus 006)

by World Conference of Religions for Peace (ed), Toshimasa Yamamoto (supervisor) and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『「無縁社会」に高齢期を生きる 』 - "Aging in a Society with Weaker Interpersonal Relationships" (Forest of Ayus 007)

by Kiyomi Morioka and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『 人口学から見た少子高齢社会 』 - "Declining Birthrate and Aging Society from a Demographic Perspective" (Forest of Ayus 008)

by Haruo Sagaza and Chuo Academic Research Institute (ed).

『 東北アジア平和共同体構築のための倫理的課題と実践方法 「IPCR国際セミナー 2012」からの提言』 - "Proposal from the IPCR International Seminar 2012: Ethical Issues and Ways to Practice for the Building a Community of Peace in North East Asia" (Forest of Ayus 009)

by Toshimasa Yamamoto (supervisor), World Conference of Religions for Peace (ed).

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