What do asokas edicts indicate about him

Asoka was motivated to convert Buddhism after seeing heavy casualties during his conquests. After this transformation, he promoted peace and prosperity. he wanted to live a humble life without unnecessary festivals and excess. He did not want to kill living beings and emphasized nonviolence.

Asoka stressed respect for elders and encouraged all generations to follow in his footsteps. He believed in bettering the lives of others through religious and social tolerance. Asoka considered it his duty to spread the gift of righteousness throughout Asia. 

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