AN APPLICATION OF SARANIYADHAMMA PRINCIPLES IN IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF BAN KHOKMAK COMMUNITY, DATHO SUB DISTRICT, NONGCHIK DISTRICT, PATTANI PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of this research paper are to 1. To study the concept of improving the quality of life of the community of Ban Khokmak, Datho Sub District Nongchik District, Pattani Province 2. To investigate  the principle  of Saraniyadhamma in  the Buddhist scriptures, and, 3. To apply Principles of Saraniyadhamma in Improving the Quality of life of the Community Ban Khokmak, Datho Sub District Nongchik District, Pattani Province. It is qualitative research in which data was collected by in-depth interview. In terms of data analysis and conclusion, obtained data were analyzed, synthesized, concluded, and presented in the form of descriptive way. 

          Findings were as follows: 1. The concept of quality of life improvement is the process of raising the standard of living for individuals or communities so that they can become self-reliant. 2. The Saraniyadhamma principles 6 of morality are principles that help to create affection and harmony among the group: 1) Mettakayakamma, be kind to one another. 2) Mettavacakamma, speaking with beautiful 3) Mettamanokamma, have a good heart 4) Sadharaoabhogita, Sharing. 5) Salasamannata, have equal morals  6) Dinnhisamannata, have common consensus and think in the same way. Respect for common principles 3. An application of the Saraniyadhamma of ethics in the community helps to open up a space for people in the community to exchange sincere opinions. This reduces conflicts and deepens mutual understanding. When everyone is treated equally. Trust increases and a sense of co-ownership of society arises. Therefore, there is more motivation to participate in various activities in the community, including development, economy, and the collective, so the Saraniyadhamma principle of ethics becomes the basis for building unity, reducing social gaps, and improving the quality of life in a sustainable manner.