ROLE OF THAI MONKS FOR BUDDHIST DISSEMINATION IN CALIFORNIA STATE, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA

Abstract

The purpose of this paper was to propose the role of Thai monks for Buddhist dissemination in California State, United State of America. Documentary study was used for the study both theoretical and practical concept. Results indicated that the role of Thai monks for Buddhist dissemination in California State, United State of America consisted of 5 aspects which were 1) teaching dissemination, 2) education work, 3) public utility work, 4) public welfare, and 5) preserving traditions and rituals. These roles are the regular jobs that Thai monks as Dhammadutas perform in foreign countries. It is a unique work of Thai Dhammadutas.Therefore, it should be improved to develop more international missions by studying the role of other religious organizations in the successful propagation of religions to both other sects and religions by adhering to the Buddhist methodology that the Dhammadutas have knowledge and develops himself using modern media and proactive propagation methods. There are qualified selections, sacrifices and devotions to become Buddhists, and appropriate welfare arrangements are made in accordance with the principle and discipline.