Journal of Modern Buddhist Studies

Participatory learning model for developing Thai language skills for students

2025-06-03T18:20:49+07:00

This research aimed to study the participatory learning model for developing Thai language skills for students, to analyze learners’ opinions on the participatory learning model for developing Thai language skills, and to present the participatory learning model for developing Thai language skills for students. It consisted of qualitative research using in-depth interviews with 8 relevant target groups and quantitative research by collecting data using questionnaires with 60 participants. The research results found that:

1) Overall, the learners were more enthusiastic in teaching Thai language, expressed their opinions, asked questions, and participated in activities and group discussions frequently, and became more confident. When writing group work or writing short stories together, they were able to develop analytical thinking, writing, and communication skills, and helped build confidence in using Thai language.

2) The overall analysis of learners’ opinions on the participatory learning model for developing Thai language skills was at the highest level, with a mean of 4.54 and a standard deviation of 0.497. When considering each aspect, it was found that in terms of bringing things that should be improved and corrected The most important aspect is the mean of 4.63 and the standard deviation of 0.486.

3) Participatory learning allows us to gain experiences that are not just reading and writing in the traditional way, but also analyzing and discussing with friends, making reading and writing more meaningful. It helps us practice using reason in speaking and responding, as well as thinking deeply about the content. We can learn to listen to our friends' opinions and learn to adapt to people in the team.

Analysis of Buddhist Art Learning Center to Drive the Strategy of Chiang Rai as an Art City

2025-05-28T22:20:38+07:00

This research aims to (1) study the context and role of Buddhist art learning centers in Chiang Rai Province, (2) analyze approaches to Buddhist art education that promote local identity, and (3) synthesize development guidelines for Buddhist art learning centers that align with the “Chiang Rai, the City of Art” strategy. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative research methods—such as in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and participant observation—with content and documentary analysis.

The research findings reveal that: Buddhist art learning centers in Chiang Rai play a vital role as hubs for transmitting knowledge on Buddhist art and local culture. These centers operate through collaboration between government agencies, private sectors, local communities, and local wisdom teachers. Their roles span educational functions, cultural preservation, and the inspiration of creative expression among youth.

Effective learning approaches that promote local identity involve integrating local wisdom into participatory learning activities. These include Lanna art, Buddhist painting, sculpture, wood carving, and the application of modern technologies such as virtual exhibitions and digital media. This approach not only enhances artistic skills but also fosters spiritual development and cultural pride among learners.

Future development should focus on positioning the centers as proactive mechanisms to drive the city’s art strategy by building partnerships with local and international networks. Key strategies include flexible internal management, the professional development of traditional art mentors with 21st-century skills, creating learning center networks in art-rich districts, utilizing technology in learning processes, and implementing continuous public engagement campaigns. Overall, Buddhist art learning centers serve as foundational institutions for cultivating art, culture, and local spiritual identity in Chiang Rai.

Learning process model for the elderly based on the integrated Buddhist concept

2025-02-19T21:16:08+07:00

Learning for older adults based on the concept of Buddhist integration is a process of developing learning models that incorporate Buddhist principles with lifelong learning to enhance the quality of life for older adults in all dimensions—physical, mental, intellectual, and social. This approach utilizes meditation practices, mindfulness cultivation, and appropriate activities to improve physical health, foster mental peace through Vipassana meditation and loving-kindness meditation, and develop wisdom through the study of the Four Noble Truths, the Three Characteristics, and the Four Bases of Success to understand the nature of life. Furthermore, this learning process supports social participation through the sharing of wisdom and engagement in volunteer work. The learning process is designed to take place through group activities, hands-on practice, and experience-sharing within communities, enabling older adults to accept and adapt to changes in life, maintain good physical and mental health, and live peacefully. The concept of Buddhist integration not only promotes the quality of life for older adults but also strengthens families, communities, and society as a whole. It serves as an effective and sustainable approach to addressing the needs of an aging society in the modern era.

Ratana Model Project : Community development with Buddhist methods

2025-02-26T12:33:43+07:00

This article studies community development in a Buddhist way, specifically through the application of the Ratana Model, which is an approach that uses the “Trisaranam” or “the Three Jewels”: the Buddha Jewel, the Dhamma Jewel, and the Sangha Jewel as a mechanism to drive the community to have a good quality of life and be virtuous, with the temple as the center of learning and the monks as the spiritual and cultural leaders connecting home, temple, school, and community (Bor Wor). The Buddha Jewel acts as a model of goodness, the Dhamma Jewel is the main principle in promoting morality and the sufficiency economy, while the Sangha Jewel is the power of group formation and cooperation in society. Activities such as meditation, moral training, cultural conservation, and the use of technology to disseminate online Dhamma translate the principles of Dhamma into the context of the digital age, enabling youth to access Dhamma and participate in community development. The results of the study found that the Ratana Model helps reduce inequality, create harmony, and enhance moral consciousness at the individual, family, and social levels sustainably. The main difference between the general Buddhist way and the Ratana Model is that the Ratana Model is a structural practice that systematically uses “Buddhism, Dhamma, Sangha” to solve problems and develop communities, not just the general application of Dhamma principles, but also a strategic design for change.

Buddhist Art in the Dvaravati Period: Dissemination of Art and Teachings in Buddhism

2025-05-16T19:30:54+07:00

This article examines the meaning of Buddhist art in the Dvaravati period, including the spread of Buddhism in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand. Buddhist art in the Dvaravati era reflects the connection between art, culture, and the teachings of Buddhism, showcasing faith in Buddhism and its significant role in Thai society during the 12th to 16th Buddhist centuries. Indian influences on art, such as Buddha images, dharma wheels, stupas, and chedis, served as tools for disseminating Buddhist teachings and establishing a unique Buddhist artistic identity. During this era, the propagation of Buddhism began in the reign of Emperor Ashoka, with missionaries Sona and Uttara traveling to Suvarnabhumi, leading to the establishment of a religious center in central Thailand, including Phra Pathom Chedi in Nakhon Pathom Province. The migration of Indians to spread religion, as well as trade, promoted cultural and artistic diversity in Thailand. The role of Buddhist art became a symbol of dharma, representing the teachings and the aspiration towards nirvana. Dvaravati Buddhist art is an essential heritage that has influenced Thai culture to the present day.

The Analysis of Atakkāvacara Dhamma in the Buddha’s Enlightenment

2025-05-18T17:26:33+07:00

The enlightenment of the Buddha was a pivotal event that led to the dissemination of the Dhamma, the teachings of Buddhism. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha contemplated the truth he had realized, particularly the Four Noble Truths and Dependent Origination, which explain the arising and cessation of suffering. Although these teachings are profound and difficult to comprehend, out of his great compassion, the Buddha resolved to share them with those who possessed the wisdom to understand and attain them. Dependent Origination and Nibbāna are considered atakkāvacara dhamma, meaning they cannot be fully grasped through mere logic or common reasoning. Instead, they require insight developed through the practice of meditation and Vipassanā. The Buddha emphasized that understanding these teachings is not a matter of intellectual reasoning but a realization achieved through direct insight. Nevertheless, Dependent Origination can also be examined in daily life as a means to reduce attachment and wrong views.This article presents an analysis of the Dhamma realized by the Buddha through the lens of Pāli grammar and epistemological theory, highlighting that the term "Dhamma" as used by the Buddha encompasses both Dependent Origination and Nibbāna. Such an approach to studying the Dhamma allows for a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of the profound meaning of the Buddha’s words.