Journal of Buddhist Education and Research (JBER)

The Strategies for Human Resource Management Based on the Trisikkhā Principles for Educational Administrators Affiliated with the Office of the Primary Educational Service Area, Nong Khai Province

2024-12-31T05:19:16+07:00

This research aimed to 1) study the necessary human resource management needs of school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province, 2) develop human resource management strategies based on the Trisikkhā principle for school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province, and 3) evaluate the strategies for human resource management based on the Trisikkhā principle for school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province. This study was carried out by means of a mixed-methods research approach. The study was conducted in three phases with a sample of 260 school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province. Research tools included questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and forms to assess the suitability, feasibility, and benefits. The research findings showed that: The current overall condition was rated as high, with the highest mean in performance evaluation and the lowest mean in planning workforce ratios and defining positions. The desirable condition was also rated as high, with the highest mean in planning workforce ratios and defining positions and the lowest mean in performance evaluation. When considering the need by aspect, recruitment, and appointment had the highest necessity index, while performance evaluation had the lowest. 2) The results of the strategy development included 1 vision, 5 missions, 5 objectives, and 5 strategic issues, divided into 15 strategies. 3) The evaluation of the strategies in terms of suitability, feasibility, and benefit found that the vision, missions, and quality of the strategic components were highly suitable, feasible, and beneficial.

Strategy of Management in the 21st Century Based on Brahmavihāra 4 of School Administrators in Nong Khai Primary Educational Service Area

2024-12-31T05:20:47+07:00

This research aimed to 1) study the necessary needs for educational institution administration in the 21st century of school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province, 2) develop educational institution administration strategies in the 21st century according to the Four Brahmavihāra principles of school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province, and 3) evaluate the educational institution administration strategies in the 21st century according to the Four Brahmavihāra principles of school administrators under the Primary Education Area Office, Nong Khai Province. This study was carried out by means of mixed methods research. The study was conducted in three phases with a sample of 281 administrators and teachers, totaling 320 participants. Research tools included a questionnaire, a semi-structured interview form, and an assessment form of suitability, feasibility, and benefit. The research findings revealed that:

1) The overall current condition was rated as high. When considered by aspect, the area with the highest mean was performance-oriented management, which was rated highly. The overall desirable condition was also rated as high. When considering the necessity by aspect, the area of creative personnel development had the highest necessity index, while decision-making and problem-solving had the lowest necessity index. 2) The result of strategy development included 1 vision, 6 missions, 6 objectives, and 6 strategic issues, divided into 18 strategies. 3) The evaluation of the strategies before implementation showed that the process, feasibility, suitability, and benefit were all rated at the highest level overall.

The Transformational Leadership Model According to the Four Brahmavihāra of Charity School Administrators of Buddhist Temples, Northeast Region 3

2024-12-31T05:23:20+07:00

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the current conditions, the desired conditions, and necessary needs of transformative leadership according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist Temples in the Northeast Region 3; 2) to develop the model of transformative leadership according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist Temples in the Northeast Region 3; 3) to assess the model of transformative leadership according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist Temples in the Northeast Region 3. This study was carried out by means of mixed-method research: quantitative and qualitative research. The research tools consisted of a questionnaire, a semi-structured interview form, and an assessment form of suitability, possibility, and usefulness. For quantitative research, the sample group included 244 school administrators and teachers. Statistics used were: frequency (f), percentage (%), mean, standard deviation (S.D), and Modified Priority Need Index (PNImodified) with the present condition value of 0.993 and the desired condition value of 0.992. For qualitative research, the group of informants was: (1) five experts selected by purposive sampling used in checking the congruence and validity of the content;(2) five experts selected by purposive sampling used in semi-structured interviews; (3) nine experts by purposive sampling used in Focus Group Discussion; (4) six experts and stakeholders of 3 Charity Schools of Buddhist temples in the Northeast Region 3 with an excellent performance by selecting one administrator, five teachers from each school, totaling 24 persons, to assess of the model on suitability, possibility, and usefulness presented in the dissertation’s public hearing to conclude as a result of the research. The research results were as follows: 1. From the study of the current conditions, the desired conditions and necessary needs of transformative leadership according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist Temples in the Northeast Region 3, the mean value of the desirable conditions was higher than the present condition in all aspects and all issues. Overall, the current conditions were at a high level. The desirable conditions were at the highest level. To prioritize urgent needs that need to be developed first considering the PNImodified, the results were as follows: (1) individual consideration according to the Four Brahmavihāra; (2) intellectual stimulation according to the Four Brahmavihāra; (3) the inspirational creation aspect according to the Four Brahmavihāra; (4) the influence with ideology according to the Four Brahmavihāra. 2. The results of the development suggested that the transformational leadership model according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist temples in the Northeast Region 3 should consist of (1) name; (2) objectives; (3) principle and concept, (4) content (principles and concepts, objectives, contents, integration according to the Four Brahmavihāra, expected outcomes of each component). 3. The assessment results of the development suggested that the transformational leadership model according to the Four Brahmavihāra of charity school administrators of Buddhist temples in the Northeast Region 3 suggested that its overall suitability, possibility, and usefulness were at the highest level. The possibility and usefulness were at a high level and all issues can be used for real development.

The Development Model of Administrative Competencies Based on the Four Bala Principles for Administrators of Phrapariyattidhamma Schools, General Education Department, Area 7

2024-12-31T05:24:59+07:00

The research on "The Development Model of Administrative Competencies Based on the Four Bala Principles for Administrators of Phrapariyattidhamma School, General Education Department, Area 7" aims to 1) study the priority needs for developing administrative competencies based on the Four Bala principles for school administrators; 2) create a development model for these competencies; and 3) evaluate the developed model. The mixed-method research approach was utilized, involving a sample of 280 school administrators and teachers. Tools used included questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and evaluation forms for feasibility, appropriateness, and utility. The research results are as follows: 1. The necessary development of administrative competencies based on the Four Bala principles for the school administrators identified four aspects, ranked by PNImodified from highest to lowest: self-development, teamwork, service excellence, and achievement orientation. 2. The quality development model for administrative competencies based on the Four Bala principles includes 1) model name, 2) principles and objectives,3) implementation methods, 4) targets for success, and 5) mechanisms driving success. 3. The evaluation of the development model for administrative competencies before its implementation showed its process characteristics are highly feasible, appropriate, and beneficial, with all components rated at the highest level.

Digital Leadership of Administrators Affecting High Performance Organization of Schools Under Trang Primary Educational Service Area Office 1

2025-03-14T12:23:41+07:00

The objectives of this research were to 1) examine the digital leadership of school administrators, 2) explore high-performance organizations in educational institutions, 3) analyze the impact of digital leadership on high-performance organizations in schools, and 4) propose guidelines for developing digital leadership to enhance high-performance organizations in educational institutions under Trang primary educational service area office 1. The sample group consisted of 130 people administrators and deputy administrators. Research instruments included a five-point Likert scale questionnaire and a structured interview. Data analysis involved frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, correlation coefficient, multiple regression analysis, and content analysis. The research findings revealed that: 1. The digital leadership of school administrators under Trang primary educational service area office 1 is at a very high level. When considering by side, it was found that the area with the highest average is digital citizenship, followed by creating a digital learning culture. And the lowest average aspect is digital professionalism. 2. The overall performance of high-performance organizations of educational institutions under Trang primary educational service area office 1 was at the highest level. The dimension with the highest average score was the emphasis on personnel quality, followed by the structural organizational process, while the organization's leadership had the lowest score. 3. The results of the analysis of digital leadership that affects the high-performance organization of educational institutions under Trang primary educational service area office 1 are digital citizenship and digital professionalism, which have positive effects on all aspects. 4. Guidelines for developing digital leadership that affects the high-performance organization of educational institutions under Trang primary educational service area office 1, consist of 4 aspects: 1) In terms of digital leadership vision, executives must use data and technology to analyze educational trends to set organizational direction and drive digital policies through data analytics platforms and tracking systems. 2) In terms of digital professionalism, promoting human resource skills through training and studying international case studies, applying technology and innovation in administration and teaching to develop sustainable educational quality. 3) In terms of building a digital learning culture, it supports the development of digital skills through training, the use of digital tools, and creating an environment conducive to flexible, modern learning and the ability to experiment with innovations.4) In terms of digital citizenship, promote the ethical and responsible use of technology, raise awareness of online safety, and support the use of technology for creative self-development and social development, helping educational institutions adapt to the digital age and develop effectively.

Relationship Between School Administrators’ Leadership and Teachers’ Motivation in Chonburi Area 3 under Secondary Educational Service Area Office, Chonburi and Rayong

2025-03-08T05:14:17+07:00

The research aimed to (1) study the leadership level of school administrators (2) study the motivation level of teachers (3) study the relationship between the leadership of school administrators and the motivation of teachers in Chonburi 3, under the Office of the Secondary Education Area, Chonburi Rayong. The population used in the research was 285 teachers. The sample size was determined using the Krejci and Morgan table with a stratified random sampling method and then simple random sampling. The statistical values used in the research data analysis were mean, standard deviation, and Pearson's correlation coefficient. The research results found that: Leadership of school administrators Overall, it is at the highest level in of motivation for teachers. and the relationship motivation was found to have a positive relationship at a moderate level.

The Needs Assessment Academic Administration in Special Education Service Centers under Office of Special Education Administration

2025-02-23T10:38:07+07:00

The objectives of this research article are 1) to study the current level and the desired level of academic administration of special education center service units, Office of Special Education Administration, and 2) to study the needs of academic administration in special education service centers under office of special education administration. The samples used in the research were 322 teachers of special education centers, Office of Special Education Administration, the sample size was determined by Yamane’s sampling formula. The research instrument was a 5-point rating scale questionnaire with a reliability value of 0.99. The statistics used for data analysis were mean, standard deviation, and PNI modified. The research results found that 1) the current level of academic administration in special education service centers under office of special education administration Overall, it was at a high level for all 5 items (x ̅= 4.23, S.D. = 0.63). Desirable level of academic administration in special education service centers under office of special education administration Overall, it was at a high level (x ̅= 4.38, S.D. = 0.62). 2) Assessment of the needs of academic administration in special education service centers under office of special education administration, the order of needs are as follows: inclusive education, community-based rehabilitation, student registration measurement and evaluation transitional services, early intervention and facilities, media, services, and other educational assistance.

Guidelines for Developing Information Systems for Educational Institution Administration under the Mae Hong Son Secondary Educational Service Area Office

2025-01-28T12:53:52+07:00

This research used a mixed-method research methodology. The objectives were 1) to study the status and problems of information system management for educational institution administration under the Mae Hong Son secondary educational service area office, and 2) to find a guideline for developing information system management for educational institution administration under the Mae Hong Son secondary educational service area office. The sample group consisted of 216 school administrators and teachers in educational institutions under the Mae Hong Son secondary educational service area office, and 9 experts. The instruments were questionnaires and structured interviews. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and content analysis. The results of the research found that the overall status of information system management for educational institution administration was at a high level (x̄ = 4.45). The average is at a high level at all, the data verification ranked the highest and last the information storage. The problem of information systems for educational institution administration found that the policy determination and guidelines for data collection are not clear, resulting in incomplete data results that do not meet the needs of use. The data verification list is not consistent with the data characteristics. The operation is not on time. The use of data and information is inefficient. The information system is not developed to be accurate and up-to-date at all times. The guidelines for developing information systems for educational institution administration found that educational institutions should organize an analysis of the educational institution's context to use the results to determine policies and the needs for using data and information in educational institution administration. There should be a calendar that covers educational institution administration, allowing all parties to participate in planning, specifying a clear time period for supervision and monitoring, creating a comprehensive database system, and supporting the use of modern information technology in operations.

Experience-Based Learning Activities on the Four Noble Truths to Develop Causal Thinking Skills in Primary School Year 5 Students at Ramkhamhaeng Networking Schools, Sukhothai Province

2025-03-12T09:46:08+07:00

This research is qualitative research. The objectives are 1) to study the current status and problems of learning management on the Four Noble Truths for Grade 5 students in the Ramkhamhaeng Network School, Sukhothai Province, and 2) to develop learning activities based on experience on the Four Noble Truths to develop causal thinking skills for Grade 5 students. The main informants are 8 teachers in the Ramkhamhaeng Network School, Sukhothai Province and 74 students. The research area is Ban Muang Kao “Sri Intratit” School, Mueang District, Sukhothai Province. The research methodology is derived from a purposive sampling of Grade 5 students of Ban Muang Kao “Sri Intratit” School. The research instruments are: 1) A manual for organizing learning activities on the Four Noble Truths to develop causal thinking skills for Grade 5 students and 2) In-depth interview questions using descriptive data analysis. The results of the research found that the current status and problems of learning To develop the causal thinking skills of the 5th grade students of the Ramkhamhaeng Network School, Sukhothai Province, in all 4 aspects, both groups of informants agreed that the current learning activity organization process of teachers using the teaching method in Buddhism is still not consistent with the needs of the students and lacks the integration of causal thinking skills, causing students to lack knowledge of Buddhist principles, unable to explain and apply them to their daily lives. In addition, teachers lack knowledge in developing teaching media and do not integrate causal thinking skills, resulting in students lacking motivation and unable to connect Buddhist principles with daily lives. The researcher therefore used the results of the study of the current conditions and problems of learning management to develop causal thinking skills to develop the organization of learning activities on the Four Noble Truths to develop causal thinking skills of the 5th grade students, enabling them to learn through actual practice, linking the Four Noble Truths with real situations, enhancing their analytical thinking skills and finding solutions rationally, and also helping to enhance the characteristics of being a good Buddhist according to the learning standards of the Buddhism subject appropriately.

Guidelines for Promoting Motivational Characteristics for School Administrators of Mae Yuam-Mae Khong Educational Management Center under the Mae Hong Son Primary Educational Service Area Office 2

2025-02-11T13:49:55+07:00

This research used a mixed-method research methodology with the objectives of 1) studying the motivational characteristics of school administrators, and 2) finding ways to promote motivational characteristics for school administrators at Mae Yuam-Mae Khong educational management center under the Mae Hong Son primary educational service area office 2. This mixed-method research involved 142 teachers and 9 experts. Data were collected using questionnaires and structured interviews, analyzed through descriptive statistics and content analysis. The results of the research found that; the motivational characteristics of school administrators were at a high level (μ = 4.33). The being enthusiastic (μ = 4.36) was the highest, followed by optimism (μ = 4.35), trustworthiness (μ = 4.32), and vision (μ = 4.29) were the lowest, respectively. To foster motivational, school administrators should engage all stakeholders in decision-making, strategic planning, and vision dissemination. Information should be disclosed transparently and not concealed completely. It should encourage the exchange of learning, experiences, and reflecting on problems and obstacles from work. It should use the supervision process to stimulate motivational, use human relations skills, to be open-minded, and develop leadership by decentralizing and assigning responsibilities. It shows that administrators who have an open-minded vision, are optimistic, enthusiastic and behave in a trustworthy manner will have an influence on the motivational of teachers. Therefore, relevant agencies should use it as a curriculum for developing school administrators to have desirable characteristics

The Development of Creative Leadership of School Administrators under the Pathum Thani Educational Service Area Office

2025-02-27T05:05:32+07:00

The purposes of this research were: 1) to study the actual state and the expected state for Creative Leadership of School Administrators, and 2) to study the needs for Creative Leadership of School Administrators under the Pathum Thani Educational Service Area Office. The sample group used in the research was 339 teachers under Pathum Thani educational service area office. The tools were a questionnaire. The data were analyzed in terms of percentage, mean, standard deviation, prioritized need index (PNI modified). The results of this research were as follows: 1) The actual state of creative leadership of school administrators found that an overall is high (x̄ = 4.06, S.D.= 0.767), 2) The expected state to of creative leadership of school administrators found that an overall is high (x̄= 4.24, S.D.= 0.862), and 3) The needs of the development of creative leadership of school administrators under the Pathum Thani educational service area office, it was found that the with the highest average was Teamwork (PNI_modified= 0.52).

Buddhism in Ta Muen Tot Castle

2025-02-23T10:44:15+07:00

In the study titled "Buddhism in Ta Muen Tot Castle," the researcher set three objectives: 1) to study the form, meaning, development, and the belief system behind the construction of Ta Muen Tot Castle; 2) to study Buddhism in Ta Muen Tot Castle; and 3) to analyze Buddhism in Ta Muen Tot Castle. This is a qualitative field research project using in-depth interviews and descriptive analysis. The study found that, in terms of form, Ta Muen Tot Castle is an Arogyasala (hospital chapel) built of laterite and sandstone. In terms of meaning, it signifies a religious sanctuary for healing, commissioned by King Jayavarman VII (B.E. 1724–1761) of the ancient Khmer Empire, as noted in the inscription at Ta Prohm temple in Cambodia. Regarding its development, inscriptions found at Ta Muen Tot Castle (S.R. 1, K.375) are written in ancient Khmer using Sanskrit from the 18th Buddhist century, though they provide limited historical details. Similar inscriptions have been found in four locations across Thailand. The belief system behind the construction stems from Buddhist faith. Buddhist figures found at Ta Muen Tot Castle include the four-armed Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva (Angkor Wat art style), the Buddha, the Jina (Victor), Bhaiṣajyaguru Vaiḍūrya (Medicine Buddha), Surya Vairochana Chandrarochi, Chandra Vairochana Rohiniśa, and the Lotus-Footed One—symbolizing heaven, disease, medicine, and merit. The analysis revealed: 1) Symbolic forms, such as Avalokiteśvara representing Mahayana Buddhism, with references to the Buddha as healer in the Trikaya doctrine (Nirmāṇakāya, Dharmakāya, Sambhogakāya), the Jina symbolizing victory over illness, Bhaiṣajyaguru as the supreme healer accompanied by two bodhisattvas—Surya Vairochana Chandrarochi (small medicine pot) and Chandra Vairochana Rohiniśa (large medicine pot), both representing Mahayana beliefs; 2) Symbolic actions, including the use of medicine to conquer illness and merit-making as a moral purification of the mind from unwholesomeness to wholesomeness; and 3) Symbolic thoughts, such as the Lotus-Footed One implying transcendence and purity, heaven symbolizing supreme bliss, and disease representing suffering and affliction.

Guidelines for Preventing Dropout of Ethnic Students in the Highland Mae Suat Educational Management Center under the Mae Hong Son Primary Educational Service Area Office 2

2025-03-05T06:48:59+07:00

This research used a mixed-method research methodology. The objectives were 1) to study the conditions and problems for dropout of ethnic students in the highlands and 2) to find ways to prevent dropout of ethnic students in the highlands, Mae Suat educational management center under the Mae Hong Son primary educational service area office 2, was divided into 2 steps. The population consisted of 111 school administrators and teachers in Mae Suat educational management center under the Mae Hong Son primary educational service area office 2, and 9 experts. The questionnaires and structured interviews were used. Descriptive statistics were used to find frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and content analysis. The results of the research found that the overall dropout conditions were at a moderate level (μ = 2.68, σ = 1.17). Family conditions were the highest cause, while student conditions were the lowest cause. The problems of dropout were frequent absences, insufficient learning equipment, distant residences, poor parents, and poor relationships with teachers. The guidelines for dropout prevention were to develop vocational skills so that students could earn income while studying by participating in vocational institutions and local businesses. Improve the operation of the student care system seriously, support the development of an internal environment that is conducive to learning, develop teachers to organize teaching and learning that responds to the interests of students, and promote good interactions between the school and the community.

Correlation Between Perception of Principal’s Leadership, Welfare Expectation and Work Performance Attention of Contract Teachers in Secondary School District Office, Bangkok Area 2

2025-03-07T17:02:52+07:00

This research aimed to 1) find the relationship between the leadership perception of administrators, the expectation of school welfare, and the work intention of contract teachers in schools under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area 2, Bangkok, and 2) predict the work intention by the leadership perception of administrators and the expectation of school welfare of contract teachers in schools under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area 2, Bangkok. The sample group of the research were 130 contract teachers in schools under the Office of the Secondary Education Service Area 2, Bangkok. The research instruments were 3 summated rating scales with reliability (α) 768 to .775. The statistics used for data analysis were percentage, mean, standard deviation, Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient, and stepwise multiple regression analysis. The research results found that 1) The perception of administrators' leadership, the expectation of school welfare, and the intention to work had a low to moderate relationship. 2) The perception of administrators' leadership and the expectation of school welfare predicted teachers' intention to work by 33%. 3) The perception of administrators' leadership and the expectation of school welfare together predicted teachers' intention to work in terms of readiness to work by more than 25%. 4) The perception of administrators' leadership and the expectation of school welfare together predicted teachers' intention to work in performing assigned tasks with perseverance and teachers' intention to work in terms of completing various tasks with dedication by less than 25%.

A Comparison of Learning Achievement on Foreign Languages in Thai Language for Matthayomsuksa 3 Students Using Multimedia and Traditional Teaching Method

2025-02-23T10:36:05+07:00

This study aimed to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of multimedia materials for teaching Thai loanwords to Matthayomsuksa 3 students, ensuring an efficiency level that meets the 80/80 criterion. 2) to compare the learning achievement in the Thai language on the topic of loanwords from foreign languages between Matthayomsuksa 3 students taught using multimedia materials and those taught using traditional methods. The sample consisted of Matthayomsuksa 3 students from two classrooms, Matthayomsuksa 3/2 and Matthayomsuksa 3/3, selected through purposive sampling. The research instruments used were 1) multimedia materials on the topic of loanwords from foreign languages. 2) lesson plans using multimedia materials. 3) traditional lesson plans. 4) An achievement test consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions with 4 options. The data were statistically analyzed through the efficiency index (E1/E2), mean, standard deviation, and independent t-test. The results of this research were as follows: 1) The effectiveness of the multimedia materials for teaching Thai language on the topic of loanwords from foreign languages for Matthayomsuksa 3 students achieved an efficiency index (E1/E2) of 81.80/81.83. 2) The learning achievement in the Thai language on the topic of loanwords from foreign languages among Matthayomsuksa 3 students taught using multimedia materials was significantly higher than that of students taught using traditional methods at the .05 level of statistical significance.

Good Governance in Thailand’s Durian Exportation

2025-03-20T08:35:46+07:00

This research analyzes the problems of governance in Thailand's durian exports and proposes guidelines for developing good practice standards and fair-trade policies. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with durian packing house operators and related agencies, using a purposive sampling method with a total of 12 participants, including 8 durian export business operators and 4 representatives from pertinent agricultural policy agencies. The findings indicated that the durian export sector in Thailand is subject to unjust trade practices, which include production control and bulk purchasing, grading and price control, complex regulatory systems, misrepresentation of durians from neighboring countries, and interventions by gray-market investors. Durian pricing, transportation and inspection systems, quality control to ensure compliance with standards, chemical residue and immature durian inspections, and clear pre-harvest and export regulations within the country are all critical components of best practice standards for durian exportation in Thailand. The research recommends the implementation of quality control measures for exported durians, market expansion and diversification, financial assistance for business operators, support for infrastructure and logistics systems, and collaborative development of durian exports between the government and the private sector to implement fair trade policies for Thailand's agricultural sector in durian exports.

Buddhist Principles Related to Political leadership of Local Administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province

2025-03-20T08:39:31+07:00

The objectives of this thesis were: 1) to study the level of political leadership among local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province; 2) to examine the relationship between the Four Brahmavihāra and the political leadership of local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province; 3) to explore the application of the Four Brahmavihāra to enhance the political leadership of local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province. This research employed a mixed-method approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The quantitative research was conducted using a questionnaire as the primary tool for data collection. The sample group consisted of 399 local politicians in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province. The statistical methods used for data analysis included frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Hypothesis testing was conducted using Pearson's correlation coefficient. The qualitative research involved in-depth interviews with 12 key informants, and the data were analyzed using descriptive content analysis. The research results were as follows: 1. The overall level of political leadership among local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, is high. When examining different aspects, it was found that all aspects were rated at a high level. The personality aspect had the highest mean score of 3.85, followed by morality and ethics (3.83), emotional intelligence (3.80), social skills, and knowledge and competency (3.68), respectively. 2. The relationship between the Four Brahmavihāra and the political leadership of local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, is statistically significant at the 0.01 level, with a positive correlation coefficient of 0.71. 3. Political leadership of local administrators in Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, according to the principles of the Four Divine Abodes, local administrators should perform their duties and do so willingly, with good thoughts and compassion for the people in the area. They must be honest and sincere in their duties. They must consider the public interest as their main concern, be happy for others, and must perform their duties well, that is, help the people and meet them all the time. Performing duties must be done without bias.