CHANTING FOR QUALITY OF LIFE DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

Chanting is reciting the Words of Buddha. One who chronologically chants will have a secured and committed mind with the belief of Buddha’s virtues, Dhamma’s virtues and Sangha’s virtues. Chanting includes 3 important aspects: 1) the religion i.e. the virtues of Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha; 2) the interpersonal relationship i.e. mutual loving kindness; and 3) political leadership i.e. commitment in decision making. The importance of chanting is to focus on enhancing personal growth through the practice with faith towards the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. The result of merit through chanting is the secured concentration that is applicable in developing quality of life in both physical and mental. Results of chanting can be applied by each person as follows. 1) Buddhist monks can apply the results of chanting in studying Dhamma; and 2) Laymen can apply the results of chanting for their income generation.