The Role of Ecclesiastical Official in the Community Strengthening at Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province

Abstract

           The Role of Ecclesiastical Official in the Community Strengthening at Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province The purposes were: 1) to study the role of ecclesiastical official in the community strengthening according to the principles of Benjasila Benjatham in Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province, and 2) to study the process of strengthening the community according to the Benjasila Benjatham principles in Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province By interviewing 18 monks in the area of Surin Province, it is qualitative research. The research tool was an in-depth interview with key informants.

            The results of the research found that: 1. The Role of Ecclesiastical Official in the Community Strengthening at Sikhoraphum District, Surin Province in strengthening the community according to the principles of Benjasila Benjadham in Sikhoraphum District Surin Province, it was found that the monks played an important role in promoting the strength of the community in the social aspect. self-reliant economy morality and ethics cultural health and wellness Conservation of natural resources and the environment. 2.The process of strengthening the community according to the Dhamma principles in Sikhoraphum District Surin Province, found that it arises from a good community management process based on local traditions or folk wisdom and respect for the elders. make the community love and unity be united help each other with monks leading various activities and providing knowledge on Dharma to develop people's minds to become good members of the community and the nation.