A Guideline of Promoting to the Mon’s Traditional Culture by Buddhist Peaceful Means

This thesis entitled “A Guideline of Promoting to Mon’s Traditional Culture by Buddhist Peaceful Means” consists of three objectives namely: the first is to study contexts, stages of the problems, causes, and needs assessments of Mon’s traditional culture; the second is to study Modernized Theories and Buddhist doctrines to promote the traditional culture of Mon; and the third is to propose guidelines for promoting Mon’s Traditional Culture by Buddhist Peaceful Means. The research uses a qualitative method to explore the root causes of anti-Buddhist violence in Mon State, analyzes traditional culture, and observes Mon traditional ceremonies, which provide a historical background for the Mon people. This research explores the promotion of Mon traditional culture through Buddhist Peaceful Means, based on in-depth interviews with esteemed Mon Buddhist monks. The study highlights the strong connection between the Mon community and Buddhist teachings, emphasizing non-violence, compassion, and cultural education as essential guidelines. The research findings from interviews with Mon Buddhist monks emphasize the importance of promoting Mon traditional culture through peaceful means rooted in Buddhist principles. The Mon community's deep connection to Buddhism serves as the foundation for these guidelines, ensuring that cultural preservation aligns with peace, harmony, and moral integrity. The guidelines outline strategies for promoting Mon culture, emphasizing non-violence, integrating Buddhist values, cultural education, community participation, interfaith dialogue, modern technology, cultural festivals, religious ceremonies, and advocating for cultural rights. These principles can uphold the Mon people's cultural identity, foster peace, and promote cooperation within society. The research suggests that fostering community participation, utilizing modern technology, and engaging in interfaith dialogue are key strategies for cultural preservation. This structured framework aligns Mon cultural promotion with Buddhist principles, ensuring sustainable and harmonious heritage preservation.