OFFICE OF SIRIDANTAMAHĀPĀLAKA / HSWAGATA MUSEUM – INTERNAL USE
Template No.: T06
Related Research Case IDs: Case 6 – Devotional Poem / Media & Doctrine
Date: ____ / ____ / ______
Prepared by / Role: ________________________________________________
Reviewed by (teacher / committee / editor): __________________________
Confidentiality Level:
[ ] Public summary [ ] Internal draft [ ] Restricted / Sacred
1. BACKGROUND & PURPOSE
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Title of the work:
(e.g. poem, song, video, short film, social media post, exhibition text)
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Type of media:
[ ] Poem / lyrics
[ ] Song / chant
[ ] Video / film
[ ] Social media post (FB, IG, etc.)
[ ] Poster / leaflet
[ ] Exhibition panel text
[ ] Other: _______________________________
Author(s) / creator(s) and role(s):
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Intended audience:
(e.g. children, youth, general public, specific community, international visitors)
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Main purpose of this creative work:
(e.g. inspire devotion, teach doctrine, promote event, raise funds,
explain relic story, peace message)
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Guiding question (case-based):
Does this poem / media piece communicate doctrine clearly and honestly
to ordinary audiences, and support practice, or does it risk confusion,
manipulation, or false claims?
Context notes:
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2. BUDDHIST DOCTRINAL–ETHICAL LENS
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Key doctrinal themes mentioned in the work:
[ ] Buddha / relics
[ ] Dhamma teachings (list): _________________________________________
[ ] Saṅgha / monastics
[ ] Merit, rebirth, devas
[ ] Miracles / powers
[ ] Metteyya / future Buddha
[ ] Other: ___________________________________________________________
Check doctrinal accuracy:
Does the content:
- Match known teachings (suttas, commentaries, respected teachers)?
- Avoid obviously wrong or misleading statements?
- Use miracles and stories in a way that points to practice, not superstition?
Summary of doctrinal strengths:
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Summary of doctrinal concerns / unclear points:
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Guiding reflection:
How does this work help people understand anicca (impermanence), dukkha
(unsatisfactoriness), anattā (non-self), and the path (sīla, samādhi, paññā)?
Does it encourage wholesome roots (non-greed, non-hatred, non-delusion)?
Planned corrections or clarifications (if needed):
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3. PEACE, CONFLICT & SDGs
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Impact on peace and harmony:
Could this work:
- Create jealousy or competition between relic sites or teachers?
- Promote fear, hatred, or “us vs them” attitudes?
- Increase social harmony, empathy, and understanding?
Potential positive impacts:
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Potential negative impacts or risks:
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Check for structural / cultural violence:
Does the work:
- Discriminate or stereotype based on gender, ethnicity, caste, class,
nationality, religion, or ability?
- Over-glorify individuals or groups in a way that could harm others?
[ ] No obvious issues
[ ] Some concerns (describe): ________________________________________
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Mitigation ideas:
(e.g. adjust wording, add explanation, balance praise with humility,
include more inclusive images or examples)
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SDG links (tick all that apply):
[ ] SDG 11.4 – Protect cultural and natural heritage
[ ] SDG 16 – Peace, justice, and strong institutions
[ ] SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
[ ] Other: ___________________________________________________________
4. GOVERNANCE, ROLES & PROCEDURES
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Approval process:
- Who must approve this work before publication or display?
(e.g. doctrinal reviewer, media team, head of institution, Saṅgha)
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List of reviewers and their roles:
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Record of versions:
- Draft version(s) reviewed: _________________________________________
- Final approved version date: ____ / ____ / ______
Use and distribution:
[ ] Internal only
[ ] Public in temple / museum
[ ] Public online (website / social media)
[ ] Printed materials
[ ] Other: _________________________
Any restrictions:
(e.g. “do not use without context”, “not for children under X age”,
“only with teacher explanation”)
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Relevant internal rules/policies:
(e.g. communication policy, doctrinal review policy, use-of-image
consent policy, fundraising guidelines)
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5. ACTIONS / DECISIONS & H96 REFLECTION
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Decisions on this work:
[ ] Approved as submitted
[ ] Approved with minor changes
[ ] Approved with major changes required
[ ] Not approved (give reasons)
Brief explanation of decision:
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If changes are needed, list them:
1) _________________________________________________________________
2) _________________________________________________________________
3) _________________________________________________________________
H96 reflection:
“What would a peace-oriented H96 custodian want this poem / media piece
to do in the hearts of listeners or viewers? How can it lead them toward
ethical living, wisdom, and social harmony, rather than towards craving,
fear, or division?”
Reflection notes:
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Check:
Are we using creative media as trustees of faith and heritage, or are
we unconsciously using it for self-promotion, cult of personality, or
financial gain?
[ ] Mainly trusteeship and service
[ ] Some risk of self-promotion / misuse (explain and address):
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6. RISK & SAFEGUARDS
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Key risks:
(e.g. misinterpretation, doctrinal confusion, offence to other groups,
over-sensationalising miracles, online backlash)
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Safeguards and mitigation measures:
(e.g. add introduction or disclaimer; pair media with live teaching;
limit sharing to certain contexts; monitor responses; have a complaint
channel ready)
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7. FOLLOW-UP & LEARNING
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Planned follow-up after release:
- How will we observe impact (feedback forms, online comments,
informal conversations)?
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Next review date for this piece (if continued use is planned):
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Notes from follow-up (to be completed later):
- Positive reactions:
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- Concerns or complaints:
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- Adjustments made after feedback:
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Lessons learned for future poems / media:
(e.g. what worked well; what to avoid; how to keep a good balance between
beauty, devotion, doctrine, and peacebuilding)
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