MCU UBONRATCHATHANI JOURNAL OF BUDDHIST STUDIES (JOBU)

THE STRUGGLE FOR DEMOCRACY UNDER ONE-PARTY DICTATORSHIP: A CASE STUDY OF REVOLUTIONARY HERO SUN YAT-SEN TOWARDS TAIWAN'S FULL DEMOCRATIC TRANSITION

2025-09-29T01:06:17+07:00

The objective of this research was to study the dynamics of struggles for democracy under one-party dictatorship government: a case study of revolutionary hero Sun Yat-Sen towards full democratic transition of Taiwan. The tools used in this study included in-depth interviews and group seminars. It was qualitative research by gathering information through: conversations and in-depth interviews with foreign affairs experts; and information searched from books, textbooks, and various research articles. The data could be conclusively analyzed and classified in 5 courses including: (1) political system of the movements and dynamics of the struggles for democracy; (2) legitimacy of political change to one country with two systems; (3) stability and security of democratic government by the people; (4) promotion of local culture and restoration of Taiwanese’s identity; and (5) sovereignty and challenges towards China’s state power for being an independent state of Taiwan.

AWARENESS OF ONE'S MONKHOOD IN USING ONLINE SOCIAL MEDIASBASED ON BUDDHIST ETHICS

2025-08-25T12:29:40+07:00

This study explores Buddhist ethics concerning monastic consciousness (samaṇa-saññā) in the use of social media according to Buddhist ethical principles. The objectives of the research are twofold: (1) to examine the current situation of social media usage among Buddhist monks, and (2) to analyze samaṇa-saññā in the context of social media use through the lens of Buddhist ethics. The research is limited to content and documents related to Buddhist ethical principles, particularly those concerning samaṇa-saññā.

A documentary research method was employed to collect and analyze data regarding samaṇa-saññā in social media usage according to Buddhist ethics. The study aims to contribute to academic knowledge and to encourage awareness among monks and novices in their use of social media—cultivating mindfulness of their monastic identity while engaging with digital platforms.

The findings reveal that the current use of social media among monks can be categorized into three purposes:

for entertainment and leisure,
for communicating the Dhamma and religious propagation, and
for educational necessity.

Therefore, in today’s society, monks should not be prohibited from using social media, as it may hinder access to vital information. Monks and novices should instead use technology appropriately, in ways that do not contradict the Dhamma-Vinaya. Monks may use digital platforms to share useful information, seek knowledge, propagate the Dhamma, and promote public-benefit activities. Crucially, monastics must use social media wisely and mindfully, maximizing its benefits. Whether social media brings benefit or harm depends on the user. If a monk uses it to flirt, access pornography, or engage in behavior that risks violating the Vinaya, it becomes harmful—causing disgrace to the individual and the religious institution. However, if used with mindfulness, self-restraint, and in accordance with monastic discipline, social media becomes a beneficial tool that can contribute positively to society at large.

THE BUDDHIST-INTEGRATED LEARNING PROCESS FOR PROMOTING CRITICAL THINKING IN SOCIAL STUDIES

2025-08-25T21:57:55+07:00

Promoting critical thinking is a key goal of 21st-century education, especially in social studies, which emphasizes analyzing information, social phenomena, and human ethics. This article presents concepts and learning processes from Buddhist perspectives that can be integrated to enhance critical thinking in the classroom. These include the application of the Threefold Training (Trisikā), the Four Noble Truths (Ariyasacca 4), and wise reflection (Yonisomanasikāra) as mechanisms to develop learners' abilities to analyze, distinguish, and make reasoned decisions grounded in moral and ethical principles.

Furthermore, the article proposes a learner-centered instructional model that incorporates rational dialogue, meditation, and mindfulness practices. The goal is to cultivate deep and sustainable critical thinking skills in students.

BUDDHIST LEARNING INNOVATION APPLIED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL LITERACY SKILLS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

2025-08-25T21:21:00+07:00

This academic article aims to propose a framework for integrating Buddhist learning innovations as a key mechanism in developing digital literacy skills among secondary school students. Digital literacy, a crucial 21st-century competency, enables learners to access, comprehend, and utilize digital technology with awareness, ethics, and creativity. The study presents an integration of core Buddhist principles—namely, the Seven Qualities of a Noble Person (Sappurisa-dhamma) to cultivate holistic wisdom, the Four Brahmaviharas to instill compassion and mindfulness, the Four Bases of Social Solidarity (Sangahavatthu) to foster positive social interaction, and the Four Paths of Accomplishment (Iddhipada) to nurture perseverance and intrinsic motivation—into modern digital learning processes. The findings reveal that applying these Buddhist innovations in conjunction with active learning and digital technologies significantly enhances students’ critical thinking, ethical awareness in digital environments, and responsible digital communication. Learners also develop a conscious attitude toward technology use, enabling them to avoid being overwhelmed by digital distractions and instead engage with technology mindfully and purposefully. This mindset serves as the foundation for becoming a quality digital citizen—one who lives ethically and harmoniously in the digital society with the capacity for discernment and responsible information consumption. This study demonstrates that integrating Buddhist principles into digital education is not merely a means of preserving religious tradition but also a forward-thinking educational innovation. It promotes balanced learner development—intellectually, ethically, and socially—while preparing students to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world with sustainability and moral grounding.

THE BUDDHIST GOVERNANCE INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE PEACEBUILDING

2025-08-25T14:01:16+07:00

This article aims to explore Buddhist governance innovation and its application in fostering sustainable peace in contemporary society. The study focuses on analyzing key Buddhist principles, including the Seven Qualities of a Noble Person (Sappurisa-dhamma), the Four Divine Abidings (Brahmavihāra), the Four Bases of Social Solidarity (Saṅgahavatthu), and the Four Paths of Accomplishment (Iddhipāda), as well as the concept of compassion-based organizational management. These principles are integrated into a framework of Buddhist governance innovation that addresses the needs of multicultural societies, conflict management, and the cultivation of a culture of sustainable peace. The findings suggest that integrating these principles with public sector management and civil society practices enhances trust, transparency, participation, and the empowerment of communities in a meaningful and effective manner.

INTEGRATING BUDDHIST TEACHING METHODS INTO LEARNING MANAGEMENT FOR NEW GEN STUDENTS

2025-09-02T15:21:11+07:00

This article presents the concepts and principles of Buddhist teaching methods, which can be effectively applied to learning management for NEW GEN students—today’s learners characterized by their strong interest in modern technology, preference for active learning, and focus on developing critical thinking skills. These competencies are essential for navigating the challenges of the digital age with confidence and balance. Modern learners require new approaches to learning, especially in processing information rapidly and from diverse sources. Therefore, instructional practices should evolve to foster genuine engagement, analytical thinking, and the integration of knowledge with moral values. Buddhist teaching methods provide an appropriate framework, as they emphasize holistic development—intellectual, emotional, and social. Applying key Buddhist principles to learning not only enhances cognitive skills but also cultivates moral integrity and emotional balance, enabling students to adapt effectively to contemporary society and contribute meaningfully to sustainable social development.

DEVELOPING BUDDHIST-ORIENTED PUBLIC POLICY TO PROMOTE PEACEFUL SOCIETY

2025-09-30T14:57:10+07:00

This article aims to propose approaches for developing Buddhist-oriented public policy by integrating Buddhist principles into the policy-making process to foster a peaceful and sustainable society. The analysis is based on key Buddhist concepts, including the Seven Qualities of a Virtuous Person (Sappurisa-dhamma), the Four Sublime States (Brahmavihāra), the Four Bases of Social Solidarity (Sangahavatthu), and the Four Paths of Accomplishment (Iddhipāda). The study also examines practical examples from both Thailand and other countries. The findings suggest that public policies aligned with Buddhist principles can effectively promote transformative change at individual, community, and structural levels. The article concludes with policy recommendations for policymakers and practitioners.

THE ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY IN LEARNING MANAGEMENT FOR 21ST CENTURY EDUCATION

2025-09-30T18:28:17+07:00

This article aims to analyze the relationship between educational philosophy and learning management in the context of 21st-century education. It explores the development of key educational philosophies such as Perennialism, Essentialism, Progressivism, and Social Reconstructionism and connects them with instructional approaches that foster essential 21st-century skills including: critical thinking; problem-solving; innovation; and collaborative work in a digital society. The analysis indicates that integrating philosophical frameworks with learner-centered approaches plays a vital role in cultivating well-rounded learners who can lead meaningful lives in a rapidly changing world.

CONCEPTS AND TEACHING METHODS OF ENGLISH IN BUDDHIST UNIVERSITIES

2025-08-26T23:04:05+07:00

This article aims to propose guidelines for applying Buddhist principles to promote cultural diversity in English language teaching. The focus is on enabling learners to respect, understand, and peacefully coexist with cultural differences. The Buddhist principles applied include the Four Sublime States of Mind (Brahmaviharas), the Seven Qualities of a Good Person (Sappurisa Dhamma), the Four Social Principles (Sangahavatthu), and the Four Bases of Success (Iddhipada). These principles help cultivate compassion, understanding of others, and motivation to learn English ethically. This research supports that integrating moral values in learning management can effectively enhance both language achievement and acceptance of cultural diversity.

THE DHAMMADHIPATEYYA : THE PRIMACY OF THE DHAMMA IN THE GOVERNANCE ACCORDING TO THE ADHIPATEYYA SUTTA

2025-08-25T09:38:46+07:00

This academic article is titled The Dhammadhipateyya: The primacy of Dhamma in the governance according to the Adhipateyya Sutta. The objective is to present the idea of dharma primacy in the governance of the Buddha as shown in the Athipateya Sutta, with 5 parts. They are 1) an introduction, 2) the meaning of Dhammadhipaya, 3) characteristics of government in the Adhiptaey Sutta, 4) Dharma primacy in the governance of the Buddha as shown in the Adhiptaey Sutta, and 5) conclusion.

This article is an analytical writing of a document. The Dhammadhipateyya in the Adhipateyya Sutta is the principle that the Buddha taught those who ordained to focus on Dharma as the most important thing and use the principle of Dharma as the motivation to be the principle in practicing Dharma to develop oneself to be free from all suffering. It is also a principle that the Lord Buddha used to govern the Sangha during the time of the Buddha and is a virtue that should be promoted in the minds of individuals for the sake of correctness, goodness, and benefit to oneself and society.

บทความ พุทธวิธีการใช้ทรัพย์ให้เป็นประโยชน์ที่ปรากฏในอาทิยสูตร

2025-09-30T14:11:21+07:00

The academic article on Buddhist methods of using wealth beneficially as presented in the Athiya Sutta. aims to study the methods of using wealth beneficially as described in the Athiya Sutta. The study employs research and investigation from the Pali Canon, commentaries, texts, books, and other related academic works for analysis, categorizing the key content into six parts: 1) Introduction 2) The meaning of wealth 3) The pursuit of wealth 4) The preservation of wealth 5) Knowing how to spend wealth beneficially, and 6) Conclusion.

The analysis found that the important methods of using wealth proposed by the Buddha in the Athiya Sutta. include the pursuit of wealth, the expenditure of wealth, and the benefits derived from wealth, which should be done correctly and justly, and can be beneficial to both oneself and others.

RIGHT VIEW: FROM WRONG VIEW TO THE CESSATION OF IGNORANCE

2025-09-30T18:36:03+07:00

This article examines the transformative journey from micchādiṭṭhi (wrong view) to sammādiṭṭhi (right view) within the context of the Noble Eightfold Path, the Buddhist path to liberation from saṃsāra. Micchādiṭṭhi, rooted in avijjā (ignorance) and moha (delusion), serves as a fundamental obstacle that binds ordinary beings to the cycle of suffering. In contrast, sammādiṭṭhi acts as the foundation that breaks this cycle by fostering an authentic understanding of the Four Noble Truths, progressing to a supramundane (lokuttara) level that leads to the cessation of ignorance (nirodha). The article emphasizes that sammādiṭṭhi transcends mere theoretical comprehension, embodying a transformative wisdom that liberates the mind. It recommends that practitioners cultivate sammādiṭṭhi through the study of Buddhist scriptures and mindfulness practice to attain nibbāna.