Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Mahamakut Buddhist University Isan Campus

THE VOCATIONAL STUDENT IN THE MARCH SONG OF THAILAND'S TECHNICAL COLLEGES

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This research aims to analyze the content and reveal the ideologies of technical college students as reflected in the march songs of technical colleges throughout Thailand. A qualitative research methodology was employed through content analysis of 59 march songs collected from technical colleges in all regions of the country. The findings reveal that all 59 songs contain content that praises the prestige of the colleges, expresses love and loyalty toward the institution, emphasizes diligence and hard work, highlights unity and solidarity among students, showcases vocational skills essential to the industrial sector, and reflects a commitment to applying knowledge for national development. The content also reflects values related to dignity. The prominent ideologies identified are 1) The ideology of pride in being a technician. 2) The ideology of hard work and being the main labor force of the nation. 3) The ideology of unity and youth power. 4)The ideology of nationalism and dedication to the country. 5) The ideology of dignity and courage and 6) The ideology of morality and gratitude In conclusion. the march songs of technical colleges across the country function as powerful cultural tools in conveying constructing and preserving the ideology of being a “technical student,” characterized by vocational skills a spirit of hard work and dedication to society and the nation.

BUDDHISM AND THE PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALING OF TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS: EMBRACING A MINDFUL APPROACH TO DEATH

PHRA MINGSIT SANGBORISUT, PHRAKHRUBOWONCHAIWAT — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This academic article examines the role of Buddhism in healing the minds of terminally ill patients, with an emphasis on embracing death mindfully (Mindful Death) in conjunction with modern medical care. The study reveals that medical treatment for terminally ill patients primarily offers palliative care to alleviate physical suffering but it cannot provide a complete cure. Therefore, addressing the psychological and spiritual dimensions becomes essential in order to reduce fear, hopelessness, and emotional distress. In this regard, Buddhist teachings offer principles that can ease mental suffering, such as the Four Brahmavihāras, the Seven Factors of Enlightenment (Bojjhaṅga), and mindfulness of death (Maraṇasati). These practices encourage patients to let go, accept the truth of impermanence, and maintain a calm state of mind in their final moments. At the same time, Buddhist monks play a significant role as spiritual leaders, offering guidance, rituals, and companionship that support both patients and their families. This approach reflects holistic care encompassing four dimensions: physical, mental, social, and intellectual, thereby enhancing the quality of life in the final stage. The integration of Buddhist principles with modern medicine do not only relieve physical pain but also strengthen mental resilience, foster insight into impermanence, and help patients relinquish attachments while recollecting virtues or the Triple Gem. Such spiritual healing ultimately leads to a “Good Death,” characterized by peace, mindfulness, and dignity, which is the highest goal in caring for terminally ill patients.

APARIHANIYADHAMMA AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING COMPETENCY: A SOCIAL PHENOMENOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE IN DIGITAL ERA

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This academic article aims to present the integration of Aparihaniyadhamma 7 principles in Buddhism with the development of English language learning competency through the perspective of social phenomena in the digital era. The study aims to address the issues of English language development that lack appropriate social and cultural contexts and do not align with modern technology. The objective is to analyze and propose a new conceptual framework that aligns with Thai social and cultural contexts by integrating Buddhist principles with English language learning. The new knowledge emerging from this study is an integration framework that connects Buddhist principles with English language learning in the digital era through five approaches: 1. Creating English language learning communities through online platforms, 2. Developing teaching and learning innovations that integrate digital technology according to language principles and etiquette, 3. Creating safe learning spaces that promote mutual respect, 4. Connecting English language learning with cultural values, and 5. Building self-discipline and sustainable learning management. Furthermore, the study analyzes and presents a comparative table contrasting traditional English language learning with learning in the digital era, along with appropriate tools and resources for contextual use. This approach not only promotes the development of all four English language skills but also cultivates moral and ethical values, which align with the concept of developing learners to become complete human beings with both virtue and intellect in the digital era.

COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT THROUGH COMMUNITY-BASED TREATMENT (CBTX) FOR SUSTAINABLE DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND SOLUTION

WILAIWAN PANTHUPIW, NOPPACHAI THIRATITSAKUN, JARAN PHASUKKHEE — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This synthesis article has three objectives (1) to synthesize a conceptual framework of community empowerment in Community-Based Treatment (CBTx) operations; (2) to present a four-phase Community Empowerment Cycle model for sustainable CBTx implementation; and (3) to propose policy and practical recommendations for stakeholders. The study employed knowledge synthesis from related documents, research, and academic journals both domestically and internationally. The synthesis findings reveal that while Thailand has implemented CBTx for some time, there remains a lack of integrated conceptual framework for community empowerment that systematically explains sustainability mechanisms. This article synthesizes a conceptual framework integrating Community Empowerment Theory, Social Capital Theory, and the Socio-Ecological Model to explain CBTx implementation. The proposed four-phase Community Empowerment Cycle comprises (1) Sparking and Consciousness Raising, (2) Organizing and Capacity Building, (3) Action and Resource Mobilization, and (4) Monitoring, Reflection, and Sustaining. This cycle affects change at three levels individual level (building self-efficacy and problem management skills), family level (strengthening support systems), and community level (establishing sustainable problem management mechanisms). Key policy recommendations include reforming government agencies' roles from “commanders” to “facilitators” and developing flexible financial mechanisms to continuously support community operations.

EPISTEMOLOGY OF FAITH: FROM PRIMITIVE WAYS OF LIFE TO MORAL KEYS IN SOCIETY.

PHRATERAPON NUTTHIKO, PHRAKRU SRIPANYAVIKROM, PATCHARIN JINDAPATEEP — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0700

This scholarly article's goal is to perform a documentary study (documentary research) on the epistemology of faith, following its development from prehistoric lifestyles to its function as a moral compass in modern society. According to the study, the faith that sprang from ancient lifestyles is profoundly ingrained in human culture and ways of existence rather than being only an abstract idea. Religion was the foundation and focal point of the entire way of life, especially in the prehistoric past. In addition to serving as a source of knowledge that aided in the explanation of natural events, religion also gave rise to the rituals, ceremonial customs, and lifestyle choices that establish all spiritual values. People's lives were closely related to and deeply entwined with these.