Self-Surrendering Love: Initial Musings on Karuna and Caritas

Wesley Kim Soguilon

doi:10.70922/10tzrp33

journal article Mar 31, 2026

Self-Surrendering Love: Initial Musings on Karuna and Caritas

Wesley Kim Soguilon

Mabini Review Vol. 16 No. 1 pp. 239-256 · Polytechnic University of the Philippines

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The paper explores and exposes the connections between the Buddhist virtue Karuna and the Christian virtue Caritas. Employing a text-based analysis approach, the paper argues that both Karuna and Caritas have intersections, though their origins and inherent development in each religious tradition differ. After the exploration and exposition, it is found out that both virtues may be considered expressions of self-surrendering love whereby a faithful person sets aside oneself for the greater or common good, much more the good of the other. This is exemplified by the Bodhisattvas and the Saints, two interesting religious figures in Buddhism and Christianity, respectively.

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Published: Mar 31, 2026
Vol/Issue: 16(1)
Pages: 239-256

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Wesley Kim Soguilon

Santo Niño Seminary and Wadeford School

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Wesley Kim Soguilon (2026). Self-Surrendering Love: Initial Musings on Karuna and Caritas. Mabini Review, 16(1), 239-256. https://doi.org/10.70922/10tzrp33

Self-Surrendering Love: Initial Musings on Karuna and Caritas

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