Vihara Dharma in Daily Life

Authors

  • Singchai Sayasouk Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, Thailand.

Keywords:

Vihara Dharma, Daily Life

Abstract

The study titled "Vihara Dharma in Daily Life" aims to explore the importance of Vihara Dharma in the development of daily life, focusing on the application of Buddhist principles such as morality, meditation, and wisdom, which contribute to cultivating a peaceful and happy mind. This qualitative research employed in-depth interviews with a sample group of 30 individuals, including both practitioners of Dharma and ordinary people with experience in applying Vihara Dharma in their daily lives. The sample group was selected from various professions and age groups to ensure diverse data. The research tools included interviews, observations, and data collection from sources related to Vihara Dharma in Buddhism. The collected data was analyzed using content analysis to identify the connections between the application of Vihara Dharma in daily life and the resulting outcomes.

The research findings revealed that applying Vihara Dharma in daily life helps individuals maintain a peaceful mind, cope with stress more effectively, and build better relationships with others. Furthermore, regular practice of Vihara Dharma enhances one’s understanding of life and helps reduce negative emotions such as anger and anxiety. This study demonstrates the benefits of Vihara Dharma in personal development and quality living, which can be sustainably applied to daily life.

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Published

01-10-2023

How to Cite

Sayasouk, S. . (2023). Vihara Dharma in Daily Life. BUDDHO, 2(4), 32–48. retrieved from https://so13.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/Buddho/article/view/1514

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