The Buddhist Monk Developer Network: The Practical Guideline and the Life Quality Development Process of the Highland Ethnic Group

Abstract

This research aims to: 1.Study the practices of applying Buddhist principles to develop the quality of life for ethnic groups in the uplands, 2.Monitor the results of operations in the environment, economy, tourism, the elderly, and cultural learning and Analyze the practices of the Monk Network and the process of developing the quality of life for ethnic groups in the uplands. This is an action research conducted in 4 provinces: Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, and Mae Hong Son.

The research results found that: The practices of applying Buddhist principles to develop the quality of life are as follows: Applying the principles of Dependent Origination, Kamma, and Metta to environmental development. Applying the principles of the 7 Good Friends and the 7 Requisites to develop religious and cultural tourism. Applying the principles of the 4 Benefits of Right View and the 3 Unwholesome Actions to increase income from Buddhist agriculture. Applying the principles of the 5 Factors of Longevity and the 4 Brahmaviharas to care for the elderly. Applying the principles of the 4 Methods of Preaching and the 4 Powers to communicate culture for learning. Applying the principles of the 4 Noble Lineages and the 7 Qualities of a Good Person to develop a sufficiency economy.

The development of the quality of life by the Monk Network is as follows: Environmental conservation: Emphasizing sustainable use. Promotion of religious and cultural tourism: Community-based tourism management. Increasing income from Buddhist agriculture: Developing self-potential and strengthening wisdom. Caring for the elderly: Managing basic necessities. Communication of culture for learning: Using communication between the Monk Network. Promoting a sufficiency economy: Applying Buddhist principles.