The Foundation of Mindfulness and missionary monk’s development into multiple society

Abstract

     This academic article has the objective to propose guidelines for developing missionaries to be able to go out and spread the teachings and be able to live in many different societies, both in Thailand and abroad by trying to reduce obstacles in life. The missionary monk plays an important role in the propagation of Buddhism. Missionary monk needs to practice himself to be ready for various situations at all times. This article presents how to use the principle of the foundation of mindfulness which categorizes the consideration into ๔aspects are contemplation of the body, contemplation of sensation, contemplation of mind and contemplation of mind-object.

            Satipatthana 4 (the four foundations of mindfulness) of the Lord Buddha are the foundations for holding the mind and the foundation for self-practice. There are many benefits of practicing mindfulness meditation. Basically it directly affects life. The practice is like a shield against danger to the mind. The development of missionary monk by using the four foundations of mindfulness is a development both internally and externally. For the inside is in the mind. Entering the path of light and calm and affecting the strengthening of intellect by getting the Knowledge and understanding of the Dharma. The outer part is the body side, make the body stand on strength and have good mental health.