Strengthening The Affairs of The Sangha According to Buddhist Principles

Abstract

          This academic article examines the enhancement of Sangha affairs according to Buddhist principles, focusing on the application of the Ten Royal Virtues (Dasavidha-răjadhamma):(1) Giving (Dăna), (2) Morality (Sĩla), (3) Self-sacrifice (Pariccăga), (4) Honesty (Ãjjava), (5) Gentleness (Maddava), (6) Self-control (Tapa), (7) Non-anger (Akkodha), (8) Non-violence (Avihimsă), (9) Forbearance (Khanti), and (10) Uprightness (Avirodhana). These virtues are applied to strengthen the six main areas of Sangha affairs: (1) Sangha administration, (2) Religious education, (3) Educational welfare, (4) Propagation of Buddhism, (5) Public facilities, and (6) Public welfare.

          The results of the study found that the ten royal virtues can be effectively applied in all six aspects of the Sangha. Namely, in the administration aspect, the ten royal virtues are applied, namely, morality, honesty, non-violence, and patience. In the religious education aspect, the ten royal virtues are applied, namely, giving and donation. In the educational welfare aspect, the ten royal virtues are applied, namely, giving, donation, non-violence, and patience. In the propagation aspect of Buddhism, the ten royal virtues are applied, namely, giving, asceticism, non-violence, and patience. They can be adapted to the current context, which is constantly changing. Applying the principles of Dhamma helps strengthen life and society, promotes the development of Buddhist personnel, and supports activities that benefit the public. This article demonstrates that applying the Ten Royal Virtues in managing Sangha affairs can increase operational efficiency, leading to significant achievements in the stable and sustainable propagation of Buddhism. Monks play a crucial role as leaders in adhering to these principles and implementing them in a manner consistent with the current era.