Manutsat Paritat: Journal of Humanities

Family Matters in the Vinaya and the Guidelines of the early Sangha

2025-10-17T13:26:36+07:00

This article explores family matters between former spouses within the monastic codes of the Theravada Vinaya. An analysis of the narratives in the Vinaya text and their disciplinary rules provide insight into how the early Sangha managed the relationships of former couples. The article draws on Shayne Clark's "household" framework to interpret the Vinaya text. It proposes that these narratives function as cautionary tales to former spouses sharing a monastic life to be wary of their relationship, citing the scandal of the Bhikkhus Sudinna and Udayi.

A Case Study on Intercultural Sensitivity and Chinese Cultural Identity of Chinese Language Learners in a Thai University

2025-06-28T15:22:45+07:00

As the number of second-language learners participating in intercultural communication continues to rise, their intercultural competence has attracted increasing attention from academic researchers. This study investigates the levels of intercultural sensitivity and Chinese cultural identity of 60 Chinese language learners at Srinakharinwirot University in Thailand. Adopting a quantitative approach, a questionnaire survey was used to explore their current status, influencing factors, and the relationship between these two constructs. The results indicate that: 1) The students demonstrated a relatively high overall level of intercultural sensitivity, particularly in respect for cultural differences, while their interaction confidence was comparatively weak. 2) The students exhibited a high degree of overall Chinese cultural identity, with behavioral identity and affective identity being more positive, whereas cognitive identity required improvement. 3) Chinese proficiency significantly influenced Chinese cultural identity. Participation in Chinese cultural activities and experience of visiting China showed a nearly significant trend of influencing Chinese cultural identity. Being of Chinese descent significantly affected intercultural sensitivity. 4) Chinese cultural identity was a significant positive predictor of intercultural sensitivity. These findings underscore the importance of integrating cultural content and experiential learning into Chinese language teaching to enhance learners’ cultural understanding, interaction confidence, and intercultural competence.

From Catchy to Viral: A Linguistic Study of Creative Language Strategies in Viral Songs on TikTok

2025-05-25T20:39:55+07:00

Viral song refers to a rapidly popular track played through social media in one moment, eventually becomes the most popular song. This article aims to examine the creative linguistic strategies illustrated in viral songs, drawing on linguistics creativity concept. The data was collected from 177 viral songs on TikTok application. The study found 9 creative linguistic strategies used in the songs: sound modification, phonological play, word repetition, code-switching between Thai and English languages, slang usage, coinage, intentional incongruity, metaphorical language, and the adaptation of existed songs. These strategies create the novelty, playfulness, and memorability to the songs which are playing a crucial role in their widespread and success.

The Path of Becoming An E-sports Athlete and Managing Their Own Life During Adolescence of E-sports Athletes

2025-04-30T19:14:28+07:00

The purposes of this study are to study the path of becoming an e-sports athlete and to study the self-management of adolescent e-sports athletes. “This research applies the qualitative research method involving the in-depth interviews with four people who used to be e-sports athletes while they were 15 - 20 years old. The results of the research found that 1) The path to becoming an e-sports athlete has 5 steps: Step 1: Starting to be interested in using computer to play games. Step 2: Recognizing self ability to play games at a higher level. Step 3: Participating in e-sports competitions. Step 4: Self developing to succeed in e-sports career and Step 5: Preparing to retire from e- sporty athlete role. 2) Self-management of e-sports athletes' lives during adolescence. The methods for managing one's life that can be divided into 3 parts: First part is, Time management the method is to set education as the most important. Clear routine schedule is to be set up for training, study, relaxation and connectedness with society. Part 2. Study Management: this is to arrange the ways to handle exam preparation, asking for studies support, appropriate classroom and practice schedules. Part 3. Relationship management includes relationships with family, Communication and agreement between parents and athletes, managing relationships with friends and maintaining relationships with loved ones

Love in the Mahavastu Vessantara Jataka, Matri Section: An Analysis through the Brahmavihara Perspective

2025-10-06T14:02:47+07:00

This article aims to examine the suffering caused by love in The Great Vessantara Jataka, specifically the Matri Kanda, through the ethical framework and the practice of parami (perfections) by Prince Vessantara and Queen Matri. The study focuses on analyzing the relationship between love, sacrifice, and the suffering experienced by the main characters. Content analysis of the 1971 Royal Institute edition of the text was employed, alongside ethical interpretation, to explore the emotional and moral dimensions of the narrative.The findings reveal that love in Matri Kanda is not merely a source of happiness, warmth, or attachment but is intertwined with multiple dimensions of suffering. These include: (1) suffering from sacrifice, as Prince Vessantara must give up his children and wife to perfect the virtue of generosity; (2) suffering from separation, as Queen Matri experiences the anguish of losing Chali and Kanha; and (3) suffering from attachment, where deeper love intensifies the pain of separation. Both characters embody an ideal form of love oriented toward selflessness and detachment. The analysis highlights that the suffering caused by love in Matri Kanda is not merely personal grief but serves as an ethical instrument illustrating the values of compassion, sacrifice, and the cultivation of parami. This provides a timeless lesson for readers, demonstrating that love and suffering are inseparably linked. Ultimately, Matri Kanda reflects Buddhist principles and the fundamental truth of life: “Where there is love, there is suffering.”

The Development of a Board Game to Promote Guidance and Public Relations for Further Education at the Bachelor's Degree Level in the Library Science and Digital Media Management Program, Phetchaburi Rajabhat University

2025-10-27T14:56:31+07:00

This study aimed to 1) develop a board game to promote academic guidance and public relations for undergraduate admission to the Bachelor of Library Science and Digital Media Management program at Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, 2) evaluate the effectiveness of the developed board game, and 3) examine students’ satisfaction with its use. The research instruments consisted of the board game, an evaluation form assessed by five experts, and a satisfaction questionnaire administered to a sample of 982 Grade 12 students in Phetchaburi Province. The questionnaires were validated for content validity using the Index of Item-Objective Congruence (IOC) and tested for reliability. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics including frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation.

The findings revealed that: 1) the board game was developed through 12 systematic steps, beginning with defining the concept, rules, and mechanics, and progressing through design, prototyping, trial use, and refinement, resulting in a complete and practical product. The final version comprised four types of cards (Business Cards, Staff Cards, Business Puzzle Cards, and Special Cards) that reflected careers in information science and library science, along with four types of coins (Glass, Copper, Silver, and Gold), a four-page A5 instruction manual, and a compact, full-color cardboard package. The average playtime ranged from 15 to 30 minutes. 2) The overall effectiveness of the board game was evaluated at the highest level ( =4.52, S.D.= 0.23). The three most highly rated aspects were game design, supplementary mechanics, and the design of the manual and packaging, and 3) Students’ overall satisfaction with the board game was also at the highest level ( = 4.48, S.D. = 0.61). All aspects were rated very highly, particularly learning and content and gameplay, which broadened students’ perspectives on career pathways and enhanced their understanding of academic choices in Library Science and Digital Media Management program.

Students’ perceptions of integrating culture into Chinese language learning: A case study at a Thai university

2025-10-10T12:57:42+07:00

This study investigates Thai undergraduate students’ perceptions of integrating cultural elements into Chinese language learning. Despite the growing trend of learning Chinese in Thailand, little is known about how students value cultural integration alongside linguistic skills. Using Byram’s (1997) Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) framework, the research employed a mixed-methods design. Data were collected from 85 fourth-year students through a validated questionnaire combining Likert-scale items and open-ended questions. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative responses were analyzed using thematic analysis. Findings indicate that students strongly value cultural integration, especially in areas of daily life, festivals, and social norms, as these enhance engagement and intercultural communication. However, challenges such as an uneven balance of cultural content and implementation issues were also reported. The study contributes to curriculum development in Chinese language education, emphasizing that culture is not supplementary but fundamental to achieving communication competence.