MASTER'S THESIS INFORMATION
1. Student's full name: Dao Ngoc Toan 2. Gender: Male
3. Date of birth: August 22, 1992 4. Place of birth: Thanh Hoa
5. Decision to recognize student number:2948/QD/XHNV dated December 28, 2021of the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
6. Changes in the training process: Extending the study time:
- No: 5158/QD-XHNV dated December 6, 2023
- No: 2843/QD-XHNV dated June 10, 2024
- No: 6958/QD-XHNV dated December 16, 2024
7. Thesis topic name:“Buddhism in the spiritual and cultural life of the Thai community in Dien Bien district (Dien Bien province)”
8. Major: Religious Studies (research orientation)
Code: 8229009.01
9. Scientific instructor:
- Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan
- Dr. Nguyen Tien Thien
10. Summary of thesis results:
- The thesis clarifies the role of Buddhism for the Thai people in Dien Bien district. The contributions of Buddhism and the Executive Committee of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in Dien Bien province to the Thai people. From there, it has a positive impact on the cultural and spiritual life of the Thai people in Dien Bien district.
- The role of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in Dien Bien province in the journey of propagating Buddhism and the work of building and developing the pagoda system in Dien Bien. Social security activities are strongly spread.
11. Practical application:
- The influence of Buddhism on the cultural and spiritual life of the Thai community in Dien Bien district is increasingly evident. The number of people taking refuge at the pagoda is increasing day by day, the number of people participating in religious activities and religious activities increases every year.
- Regarding the transformation in the cultural and spiritual life of the Thai people in Dien Bien district, there have been many positive changes. Many old procedures that are not suitable for life have been eliminated or simplified. People actively participate in many activities of going to the pagoda to worship Buddha. Participate in festivals related to Buddhism organized by the Board of Directors such as Buddha's Birthday, Quan Am Festival, and Prayer Ceremony...
- Propose recommendations to organizations and departments to enhance the role of Buddhism, Buddhist organizations, and individual Buddhist lay people to further promote the good meanings of Buddhism in life.
- The results of the thesis are a source of reference for students and practitioners majoring in religious studies, state management of religion, sociology, and social work.
12. Further research directions:
Continue to deeply study and research the impact of Buddhism on changing the perceptions and backward customs of ethnic minority groups in the highlands.
13. Published works related to the thesis:Dao Ngoc Toan (2024), Buddhism in the spiritual and cultural life of Thai people in Dien Bien district,Journal of Buddhist Studies.
INFORMATION ON MASTER'S THESIS
1. Full name: Dao Ngoc Toan
2. Sex: Male
3. Date of birth: August 22, 1992
4. Place of birth: Thanh Hoa
5. Admission decision number: No. 2948/QD/XHNV dated December 28, 2021, issued by the Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
6. Changes in academic process:
Extension of the study period:
– Decision No. 5158/QD-XHNV dated December 6, 2023
– Decision No. 2843/QD-XHNV dated June 10, 2024
– Decision No. 6958/QD-XHNV dated December 16, 2024
7. Official thesis title:
Buddhism in the Spiritual and Cultural Life of the Thai Ethnic Community in Dien Bien District, Dien Bien Province
8. Major: Religious Studies (Research-Oriented Program)
Program Code: 8229009.01
9. Supervisors:
- Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan
- Dr. Nguyen Tien Thien
10. Summary of the findings of the thesis:
- This thesis elucidates the role of Buddhism for the Thai ethnic community in Dien Bien District by examining both the religion's own initiatives and those of the Executive Council of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha in the area, as well as demonstrating how these combined efforts have positively shaped the Thai people's cultural and spiritual life.
- It explores the Executive Council's pivotal functions in propagating the Dharma and in planning, constructing, and developing the province-wide network of pagodas in Dien Bien, as well as its broad-ranging social-welfare programs—which have been powerfully disseminated throughout the region.
11. Practical applicability, if any:
- The influence of Buddhism on the cultural and spiritual life of the Thai community in Dien Bien District has become ever more pronounced. The number of laypeople undertaking refuge ceremonies at the pagodas has steadily increased, and annual participation in dharma meetings and other religious activities continues to grow.
- Many positive transformations have occurred in the Thai people's cultural and spiritual practices. Numerous outdated rituals that no longer suit contemporary life have been eliminated or simplified. Community members now proactively visit temples to pay respects to the Buddha and take part in the festivals organized by the Executive Council - such as Vesak (Buddha's Birthday), the Avalokiteśvara observance, and the Requiem Ceremony.
- It is recommended that relevant governmental agencies and enhance the role of Buddhist organizations, Buddhist institutions, and lay practitioners in further promoting and integrating the ethical and spiritual values of Buddhism into community life.
- The research results offer a useful scientific resource for students and graduate learners specializing in Religious Studies, Public Administration in Religious Affairs, Sociology, and Social Work.
12. Further research directions, if any: Continue to further study and research the impact of Buddhism on the perceptual changing and antiquated customs of ethnic minority groups in the highlands.
13. Thesis-related publications: Dao Ngoc Toan (2024), Buddhism in cultural and spiritual life of Thai people in Dien Bien District,Journal of Buddhism Research.
Author:Training Department
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