A Study of Buddhist Farming in the Buddhist Medicine Foundation of Thailand: A Case Study of Phu Pha Fah Nam Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province.

Abstract

This research article the objectives were: 1) to study the principles of farming practices in accordance with the Buddhism principles and Alternative Farming 2) to study the Buddhist Farming principles of the Buddhist Medicine Foundation of Thailand at Phu Pha Fah Nam Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province 3) to analyze the Buddhist Farming principles of the Buddhist Medicine Foundation of Thailand at Phu Pha Fah Nam Community, Mae Taeng District, Chiang Mai Province.
The research results found that: 1) The principles of farming according to the Buddhist farming principles on the basis of precepts practicing, not killing, not hurting oneself and others is the right livelihood, and alternative farming is also aiming to increase production, reduce expenditure, increase income, self-reliant and not mistreat; focusing mainly on economic, social and environmental issues. 2) The principles of Buddhist farming in Phu Pha Fah Nam community use the principle of good seeds, good soil, good water, good sunlight, good precepts and good companions. which practicing the followings: not lazy, not impatient, don't be greedy, know moderation and know how to share. There is a small field format. Planting native plants, wild plants, maintaining healthy balance between hot and cold. To create food security. Vegetables, rice, beans, grains that are essential. for a happy lifestyle, both economical, simple, self-reliant and sharing have good friendship and respect Good morals and good companions are the true treasures of every life. 3) Health Effects: Physically balancing hot and cold, good health, mental health, managing anxiety appropriately, Believe and understand clearly in karma and the consequences of karma, social aspect, create good things, benefit, live in society peacefully, intellectually, develop spiritual potential until a state of mind is free from suffering, good-hearted, sustainable.