APPLICATION OF THE FOUR BHAVANA DHAMMA FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

The purpose of this article was to present the application of The Four Bhavana Dhamma for community development. Physical Meditation (Kāyabhāvanā) refers to the development of the body, fostering a beneficial relationship with the physical or material environment by understanding how to "eat, live, observe, and listen." Moral Meditation (Sīlabhāvanā) focuses on the development of morality, emphasizing a harmonious relationship with the social environment - fellow human beings - by adhering to regulations and ethical conduct to appropriately fulfill one's needs. Mental Meditation (Cittabhāvanā) involves the cultivation of the mind, ensuring it is enriched with virtues, beauty, and strength, leading to stability and resilience. Wisdom Meditation (Paññābhāvanā) enhances knowledge, thought processes, and understanding, allowing one to master their thoughts and perceive reality as it truly is. Applying these Four Bhavana Dhamma in community development fosters a strong sense of awareness among community members, leading to systematic and sustainable development. Additionally, it helps reduce conflicts and promotes effective cooperation among members.