PROMOTION OF BUDDHIST PRINCIPLES IN THE LIFESTYLE OF THE CHAO LAY BAN THUNG WA ETHNIC GROUP, TAKUAPA DISTRIC, PHANG NGA PROVINCE

Abstract

The purposes of this research paper were to study the concepts of lifestyle of the Chaolay Ban Thungwa ethnic group, Takuapa District, Phangnga Province. This is a qualitative research, studying documents and in-depth interviews, presenting descriptive research results. The research results found to objective 1: the concept of the Chaolay Ban Thungwa ethnic group, Takuapa District, Phangnga Province have a sustainable reliance on nature. Relations within the community are based on a close kinship lifestyle. Have beliefs and spirits connected to nature and ancestors. It is simple and adaptable to the modern world while still maintaining traditional ways. The research results according to objective 2: the Buddhist principles that appear in the lifestyle of the Chaolay ethnic group are the four principles of social welfare. Consisting of giving, charity, kindly speech, Atthachariya, doing good deeds and Samanattata, the consistent conduct of oneself. Research results according to objective 3: Promoting Buddhist principles in the way of life of the Chaolay ethnic group. This includes promoting the principle of charity to solve the problem of lack of generosity in the community. By promoting people in the community to have a mindset that is ready to share both supplies, physical and mental strength. Promoting the principle of kind words in solving communication problems between the Chao Lay ethnic group and people in the community by promoting the use of polite and respectful speech towards others in society. Promoting the principle of self-determination and solving the problem of lack of community service by having community members cooperate in community development activities. Promoting the principle of unity in solving the problem of appropriate behavior in society to create acceptance of differences