The Development of Peace Community Cultivation on Theravada Buddhist Philosophy Approach

Abstract

          The objectives of this research are 1) to study the characteristics of peace communities, 2) to study the development of peace communities according to Theravada Buddhist philosophy, and 3) to present guidelines for developing peace communities according to Theravada Buddhist philosophy. Using qualitative research methods, field type, the research tools used are in-depth interview with 15 key informants and participant observation by choosing specifically Data were analyzed and presented descriptively. The results of the study found that

          1) Characteristics of a peace community It creates internal and external peace among people in the community. Physical development and moral development of living together in society accepting differences Assisting and developing communities to be socially, culturally and economically stable, able to maintain peace in the community both physically and mentally to create true and sustainable peace.

          2) Developing and strengthening peaceful communities according to Theravada Buddhist philosophy. It is the application of Buddhist principles to create peace in the physical and mental communities, including: 1. The principle of right view. Correct opinion 2. The 4 Brahmavihāra principles regarding morality of the mind Be Dharma in your heart and behave rightly towards your fellow human beings. 3. The principles of the five precepts - the five principles. Concerning principles of conduct to create peace in the community.

          3) Guidelines for developing and strengthening peaceful communities according to Theravada Buddhist philosophy to be used as a guideline for practice to achieve concrete results. Can be applied in daily life to live together in society to create peace and peace both outside and within the community according to Theravada Buddhist philosophy.