Wisdom of Parental Teaching toward Buddhist Teaching Methods from the Book of “The Three Kingdoms” By Chaophraya Phrakhlang (Hon) Version, in the 21st Century Context

Abstract

This article explored the wisdom of parental teaching in relation to Buddhist Teaching methods from the book “The Three Kingdoms” through the Chaophraya Phrakhlang (Hon) version in the 21st century context. The content of Buddhist teaching methods from Phra Akradate Yanadesho was applied as a concept in the study. The data of the study were derived from the book ‘The Three Kingdoms” through Chaophraya Phrakhlang (Hon) version. The finding revealed the wisdom of parental teaching toward Buddhist Teaching methods from the book “The Three Kingdoms” in the 21st century context; those were: 1) use of teaching material, 2) application of punishment and rewards, 3) use of metaphors for comparison, 4) serving as a role model, 5) story-telling through teaching, 6) playful use of language and words to convey meanings, 7) selective wording for choosing individuals and guiding personal practice, 8) recognition of timely opportunities, 9) adaptability in teaching methods, and 10) strategic problem-solving approaches. These findings highlight the value of “The Three Kingdoms” literature,

praised as elite literature and a pleasant tale from the Royal Society of Literature.

It was also the finest work through its language and literary styles. ‘The Three Kingdoms’ contains the wisdom of parental teaching toward viewpoints, epigrams, maxims, and hidden virtues, which becomes precious learning.  This wisdom can properly be applied to parental teaching in the social context of the 21st century.