THE APPLICATION OF BRAHMAVIHARA DHAMMA FOR POLITICAL RECONCITIATION OF PEOPLE IN MUEANG DISTRICT, NAKHON SI THAMMARAT PROVINCE

Abstract

This research article aimed to 1)study the level of application of Brahmavihara dhamma for political reconcitiation of people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, 2)compare the application of Brahmavihara dhamma for political reconcitiation of people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, classified by gender, age, educational level, occupation, and monthly income; and 3)explore guidelines for promoting the application of Brahmavihara dhamma for political reconcitiation of people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. The sample consisted of 400 residents. The research instrument was a questionnaire, with an overall reliability coefficient of .980. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, as well as one-way Anova.

          Research findings indicated that:

1. 1. The level of application of the Brahmavihara principles for fostering political reconciliation among people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province was found to be high in all aspects.
2. 2. The comparison of the application of the Brahmavihara principles for fostering political reconciliation among people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, classified by gender, age, educational level, occupation, and monthly income, revealed that, overall, there were statistically significant differences at the .05 level.
3. 3. The guidelines for promoting the application of the Brahmavihara principles to foster political reconciliation among people in Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province consist of four aspects. Metta is promoted through organizing activities that encourage constructive dialogue among all parties. Karuna emphasizes creating supportive energy through volunteer and relief activities. Mudita focuses on recognizing and appreciating the achievements of all groups to cultivate a sense of shared happiness. Meanwhile, Upekkha is promoted through media literacy and training citizens to maintain neutrality.