PROMOTING THE PROPAGATION OF BUDDHISM BY MISSIONARY MONKS IN PAK PHLI DISTRICT NAKHON NAYOK PROVINCE

Abstract

The purposes of this research are to 1) study the level of Buddhism propagation by Dhammaduta monks 2) compare the opinions of monks on the propagation of Buddhism by Dhammaduta monks. Classified according to personal factors 3) Present guidelines for promoting the propagation of Buddhism by missionary monks. The research method is a combined method. Quantitative research used a questionnaire with a reliability value of 0.941 from a sample group of 148 monks. Data were analyzed using statistics, frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and analysis using t-test and F-test. using one-way analysis of variance method In the case of three or more groups of primary variables When differences were found, the mean differences were compared by pair using the least significant difference method. and qualitative research Interviews with 9 key informants or people were analyzed descriptively.

The results of the research found that: 1) The overall level of Buddhism propagation by missionary monks was at a high level ( =4.18,S.D.=0.56) 2) Results of comparing the opinions of monks regarding the propagation of Buddhism by Dhammaduta monks. In Pak Phli District Nakhon Nayok Province Classified by personal factors, overall, it was found that Monks with different ages, ordinary educational qualifications and religious education qualifications had different opinions on the propagation of Buddhism by Dhammaduta monks in Pak Phli District. Nakhon Nayok Province no different Therefore, the research hypothesis was rejected. 3) Guidelines for the propagation of Buddhism by Dhammaduta monks. It was found that 1) The messenger side (Source) includes building the credibility of Dhammaduta monks, developing knowledge and the ability to transmit Dhamma. Develop a kind and approachable personality and communication.2) Message: content that is consistent with the community's way of life Emphasis on simple principles Understandable and practically applicable Inspire and motivate Dhamma practice 3) Communication channels (Channel): organizing a traveling prayer project every Buddhist holy day Use online media channels effectively to communicate through community and temple activities, coordinating with local media and government agencies. 4) Receiver side: Members have the opportunity to participate in training such as planning and giving opinions. There are activities together. Promote learning and deep understanding of Dhamma Create readiness and attitude of the receiver. Promote audience participation