This study focused on Buddhism in terms of loving-kindness and compassion and analyzed the behavior model of Buddhists dedicated to helping people who need emergency assistance. With loving-kindness and compassion as the axis of discussions, the paper aims to illustrate the impact of such Buddhist concepts, to encourage good deeds, and to reflect the predicaments of the socially or economically disadvantaged groups. The analysis took Mr and Mrs Wang, both of whom were devoted Buddhists and had long supported charities and relief work, as the subject of study to expound how the Buddhist thoughts of compassion and loving-kindness create a positive influence on the society in general, and how individual Buddhists apply the Dharma they have learned to make contributions to the community. Mr and Mrs Wang had selflessly engaged in charitable efforts for decades, helping more than ten thousand people, directly and indirectly. This article used their example to investigate the socially-related relief work in Taiwan and examined the conditions of the underprivileged people aided by the Wang couple. The purpose was to reflect the current situation of the society and give a clearer picture of the vulnerable groups unknown to the public. The study analyzed the backgrounds of the people helped by the Wangs and the various reasons causing their misfortune and suffering in order to understand why they were stuck in pain and helplessness. The analysis of the research data would, as it is the hope of the author, help the authorities concerned to make better policies and organize appropriate relief aid for victims suffering from different causes. With proper and most needed assistance, the victims could alleviate their pain and get out of predicaments sooner. The effect would, as a result, maintain individual well-being and social stability.
