ABSTRACT
The Anatta doctrine (no-self) in Buddhism has a unique position in the history of human reasoning as a doctrine that suggests the rejection of the existence of self, soul, or atman. The idea of the Self is considered as an illusion or false belief which results in the dangerous view of “I” or “mine,” a desire for self-fulfilment or selfishness, hatred, egoism, etc. Self-permanence is considered as “feeler of sensation,” “thinker of thoughts,” “decider of bad or good action.” As a reflection on ethics, the Anatta doctrine criticizes the claim of “I” or “mine,” which results in individualism and selfishness, as well as implying a bond to desire, wealth, power, and the idea or vision of life, concept, and ideal belief. This desire or passion in Buddhism is considered as the source of all human sufferings (dukkha), and is used to maintain human existence and obtain glory from a true claim on identity. In the history of mankind, the false belief of identity is a cause of conflict or even war. The understanding of the Anatta doctrine has its relevance by way of liberation from human suffering and provision for the moral foundation of human actions.
