PROPAGATION OF BUDDHISM IN THE CONTEXT OF CHANGES IN MODERN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

The Buddha's propagation took many forms, such as sermons, Dhamma discussions, seminars, and instruction. Including behaving yourself in a way that is respectable. and answering questions and doubts of gods and humans, etc., where the Lord Buddha gave a model for the practice of preaching the Dhamma. Explain clearly for each issue. Preaching Dhamma with a compassionate mind Aimed at providing benefits to listeners Do not preach Dhamma for the sake of making a profit or pay homage. Do not preach Dhamma without arrogating yourself and not being sarcastic and intimidating others to cause repercussions. This is because Buddhism is a religion that teaches to benefit the public. This article aims to demonstrate the propagation of Buddhism in the context of changes in modern information technology. Because of the present world Information technology and the Internet will be an important factor. future education Humans in today's world therefore inevitably want to rely on technology to live their lives, to work and to satisfy their needs in order to gain happiness. Even some religious teachings Try to interpret and explain with technology. There are some thinkers who have tried to explain the teachings of Buddhism in order to connect them with the world of science and technology. There is an interpretation for the era. In the present era, we cannot deny that technology is involved with humans. inevitably causing society to be related to technology causing the world to have a changing state For the propagation of Buddhism, it is necessary to use information and communication technology as a tool for developing and spreading the teachings. To be the center of world Buddhism But the use of such information technology It must be done with morality and ethics, including not distorting the teachings of Buddhism according to the Tripitaka and in order to continue to maintain Buddhism to co-exist with Thai society forever.