A Developmental Model of the Natural Laws (Niyāma) in Theravāda Buddhism
ผู้วิจัย: 1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sanu Mahatthanadull 2. Most Ven. Brahmawatcharatheeracharn, Prof. Dr. 3. Ven. Phramaha Nantakorn Piyabhani, Asst.Prof.Dr.
สังกัด: International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), MCU
อีเมล: petchsanu@gmail.com
แหล่งทุน: วิทยาลัยพุทธศาสตร์นานาชาติ (MCU RS 800767109)
ที่มา: International Buddhist Studies College (IBSC), MCU
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Research Overview
This qualitative method research was conducted with two objectives, namely:
This qualitative method research was conducted with two objectives, namely:
- To explore natural laws (niyāma) as appeared in Tipiṭaka and Commentaries.
- To explore natural laws (niyāma) from modern scholars’ perspectives and to propose a developmental model of the natural laws (niyāma) in Theravāda Buddhism.
Methodology
- Data Collection: Conducted through documentary research and in-depth interviews with ten experts and scholars from seven countries.
- Sampling: Used purposive and snowball sampling methods.
- Quality Control: Interview forms were examined by three CVI experts.
- Data Analysis: Analyzed using content and descriptive analysis.
Findings
- Tipiṭaka: Niyāma (the fixed course of the Dhamma) exists within the contexts of Dependent Origination, the Three Characteristics, and the Right Path (sammattaniyāma).
- Commentaries: Categorized into the “Fivefold Niyāma,” expanding from “one to five.”
- Modern Interpretations: New laws were added to modernize the concept, such as:
- Saṅgama-Niyāma
- Buddha-Niyāma
- Sāvaka-Niyāma
- Jāti-Niyāma
- Developmental Model: A threefold natural law consisting of Kamma-Niyāma, Dhamma-Niyāma, and Citta-Niyāma. These work together in perfect harmony, like a three-sided pyramid with a common apex, where the visible dimension of each side reveals the coexistence of the other two hidden sides.