JOURNAL OF NAKHONRATCHASIMA CIVIL SOCIETY

BUDDHIST INTEGRATION FOR HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT IN ORGANIZATIONS

2025-11-26T12:19:30+07:00

Applying Buddhist principles to lay the foundation for integrated organizational development aims to create "Buddhist-based human capital" the key Buddhist principles of the Iddhipada 4, which are considered the path to success and the starting point for successfully developing personnel into human capital. The Four Iddhipada consist of Chanda (Satisfaction), This principle involves the contentment or love for the task being performed. The development process begins with managing the balance between workload and personnel satisfaction, thereby allowing individuals the opportunity to discover and develop their potential. Cultivating love for one”s work helps foster new learning, self-discovery, and enables personnel to perform their duties vibrantly. Viriya (Diligence/Perseverance): When personnel feel connected and committed to their tasks, it naturally fosters perseverance, resilience, and continuous, tireless effort. This diligent effort is realized by relying on the satisfaction and pleasure gained from performing the task. Citta (Focused Attention/Steadfast Commitment): This involves focused attention and dedication to assigned responsibilities , characterized by mental and emotional firmness, refusing to give up until the task is complete. This mental firmness helps personnel maintain stable emotions and possess ideals to improve the organization and the quality of their work. Vimamsa (Reasoned Reflection/Insightful Understanding): This is the process of rational reflection , drawing upon experiential capital to analyze and resolve problems comprehensively. It builds a system of comprehensive knowledge for job performance through external learning, accumulated experience, and internal wisdom , helping to prevent errors effectively and in a timely manner. Buddhist integration for human capital development based on the Four Iddhipada thus serves as a foundation for cultivating personnel through love for one”s work, diligent effort, steadfast commitment, and insightful understanding. This results in efficient and effective operations , leading to a sustainable balance of happiness within the organization, both in work and in their personal lives.

THE ROLE OF CUSTOMS CHECKPOINTS IN LOCAL DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE THAI-BURMESE BORDER

2025-11-26T12:16:30+07:00

This academic article focuses on examining the role of customs checkpoints in supporting local development along the Thai-Myanmar border. Cross-border trade has long served as a fundamental economic activity since humans first began to settle and develop productive means for subsistence, leading to the exchange of goods among communities and eventually evolving into national economic systems. The study reveals that, while the exact origins of border trade cannot be clearly identified, it has continuously developed over time, giving rise to customs systems intended to regulate the movement of goods and people across borders. At present, the Thai Customs Department plays a crucial role in ensuring effective border management to facilitate the movement of goods and travelers between Thailand and its neighboring countries, in accordance with various international agreements. These include cross-border transport facilitation, border crossing procedures for individuals, temporary vehicle importation, and the provision of customs-related services.

In addition, the development of the ASEAN Customs Transit System (ACTS), supported by the European Union and the ASEAN Secretariat, plays a significant role in modernizing and harmonizing customs standards across the region. This system forms an essential foundation for promoting sustainable trade. Customs operations must also align with immigration laws and national security policies. The Ministry of Finance’s announcements regarding tariff reductions further reflect a policy shift toward promoting exports rather than merely collecting revenue. These changes have provided border customs checkpoints with an expanded role in enhancing cross-border and international trade, ultimately boosting the economic capacity of local communities along the Thai-Myanmar border and strengthening the national trade system as a whole.

THE ROLE ON BUDDHISM PROMOTION OF SANGHA ADMINISTRATORS IN WANGNOI DISTRICT, AYUTTHAYA PROVINCE

2025-11-26T12:12:33+07:00

This research article aims: (1) to study the role of ecclesiastical administrators in disseminating Buddhism in Wang Noi District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, based on the opinions of monks and novices, (2) to compare the opinions of monks and novices regarding the role of ecclesiastical administrators in disseminating Buddhism in Wang Noi District and (3) to investigate the problems, obstacles, and suggestions concerning the Buddhist dissemination roles of ecclesiastical administrators in the same area. A survey research method was employed, collecting data from 337 monks and novices residing in Wang Noi District. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypotheses were tested using t-tests, F-tests, and one-way ANOVA. The research findings revealed that:

The opinions of monks and novices regarding the role of ecclesiastical administrators in disseminating Buddhism across three dimensions were, overall, at a high level, with an average score of 3.55. When considered by dimension, the aspects of personality and content were rated at a high level, while the instructional media aspect was rated at a moderate level.
Comparisons of opinions among monks and novices with different status, age, years in monkhood, and Pali-education background showed no significant differences in their views toward the Buddhist dissemination roles of ecclesiastical administrators, thus rejecting the stated hypotheses at the .05 level of significance.
The suggested guideline for enhancing the Buddhist dissemination roles of ecclesiastical administrators is to incorporate modern technology into the dissemination of Buddhism.

EFFICIENCY IN THE SANGHA ADMINISTRATION OF SANGHA ADMINISTRATORS IN NAKHONLUANG DISTRICT, AYUTTHAYA PROVINCE

2025-11-26T12:08:11+07:00

This research article aimed: (1) to study the Sangha Administration of Sangha Administrators in Nakhonluang District, Ayutthaya Province 2) to compare the Buddhist monks and novices opinions towards the Efficiency in the Sangha Administration of Sangha Administrators in Nakhonluang District, Ayutthaya Province, classified by personal factors, and 3) to study the problems, obstacles and suggestions towards the Efficiency in the Sangha Administration of Sangha Administrators in Nakhonluang District, Ayutthaya Province. The survey research was carried out in this study. The samples used in this study were 218 Buddhist monks and novices in Nakhonluang District, Ayutthaya Province, being drawn by cluster sampling technique. The research tools were questionnaires. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and one-way analysis of variance (One Way Anova). Pairwise comparisons of mean differences were performed using the least significant difference (LSD) method. The research findings revealed that:

1. Buddhist monks and novices opinions towards the Efficiency in the Sangha Administration of Sangha Administrators, were overall at a high level ( = 54). Considering each aspect, it was found that the opinions in governance, propagation of Buddhism, and public utilities were at a high level.
Comparing the opinions of monks and novices towards the efficiency of the Sangha administration of the Sangha administrators, there were no differences in their opinions, the hypothesis was rejected at the .05 statistical significance level.

3. The guidelines for developing the efficiency of the Sangha administration should further develop the work in religious education, educational assistance, and public assistance. In particular, education is considered the core of the development of the Sangha organization and Buddhism to flourish.

ประสิทธิผลการบริหารจัดการโครงการปฏิบัติธรรมของพระสังฆาธิการ ในอำเภอวังน้อย จังหวัดพระนครศรีอยุธยา

2025-11-26T10:01:34+07:00

This research article aims: 1. to examine the management of The Dhamma Practice Project organized by Sanggha Administrators in Wang Noi District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, 2. to compare opinions regarding the management of The Dhamma Practice Project, and 3. to investigate the problems, obstacles, and suggestions for improving the management of The Dhamma Practice Project organized by Sanggha Administrators in Wang Noi District. The population and sample consisted of 286 monks/lay participants who joined meditation practice programs at meditation centers in Wang Noi District. The research instrument was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation (S.D.). Hypothesis testing was conducted using t-tests and one-way ANOVA.

The research findings revealed that:

The management of The Dhamma Practice Project organized by Sanggha Administrators in Wang Noi District across all three aspects-facilities, instructors, and overall administration was found to be highly effective.
A comparison of opinions regarding program management showed that respondents with different gender, age, education level, Dhamma education level, status, occupation, and reasons for participating in the meditation program did not differ significantly in their opinions.
The identified problems and obstacles were as follows: Facilities: insufficient accommodation and restrooms, and meditation spaces that were too small. Instructors: the number of instructors was inadequate, and the lectures and activities were too lengthy. Management: insufficient public relations for the meditation program and inadequate supervision of participants.