Interaction between Buddhism and Thai Society
Keywords:
Buddhism, Interaction, Thai SocietyAbstract
This academic article aims to explain the relationship between Buddhism and Thai society and to examine the interaction between religion, human development, and social development. The study focuses on the relationship between Buddhism and the development of Thai society.
The findings reveal that Buddhism plays a crucial role in human development in five aspects: physical, moral, mental, intellectual, and occupational. The traditional Thai way of life emerges from the integration of religion and agriculture, resulting in simplicity, generosity, and a harmonious relationship with nature. Buddhism in Thailand is characterized by the fusion of three major belief systems: animism, Brahmanism, and Buddhism.
Monks and the fourfold Buddhist community play a significant role in applying Buddhist principles to social development. The ultimate goal of social development in line with Buddhist teachings is peaceful coexistence, where members of society enjoy a good quality of life, uphold moral values, possess strong minds, cultivate wisdom, and achieve self-reliance. A society developed according to Buddhist principles maintains a balance between material and spiritual progress, leading to peace and sustainability.
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