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Thich Quang Duc: Buddhist monk who set himself on fire

Witness History

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A Profound Sacrifice: Self-Immolation and Its Historical Context

This chapter explores the profound act of self-immolation by a Buddhist monk, emphasizing its emotional impact on witnesses and its historical significance within Buddhism. It contrasts the cultural interpretations and political implications of this act from both Eastern and Western perspectives.

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