This research is to study an applying of Buddha conduct in developing the quality of life of the Thai monk. The objectives of research consist of; (1) to study Buddha conduct in Theravada Buddhism, (2) to study relation between Buddha conduct and development of quality life and (3) to study practical method of Buddha conduct for developing of quality of life of Thai monk. The quality research is used and the documents were referenced from the Canon and commentaries. The result of research finds that;

         The Buddha practices the Buddha conduct for 45 years. It is said that this conduct is the Buddha’s tradition. All the Buddha has to practice and follow this tradition. The Canon mentions that the Buddha conduct was called the practical method of the Buddha, namely; (1) morning period; alms correcting, (2) evening period; Dhamma preaching, (3) night period; delivering Dhamma for disciples, (4) midnight period; discussing with gods and (5) dawn period; investigating the attainable person. Whoever follows the Buddha conduct can attain the benefit both this life and next life.

Now, many monks did not follow their duty such as without alms correcting, without study, without practicing their duty and neglecting duties. Those problems cause Thai monks decaying and make them neglecting the Buddha’s teaching. If Thai monks apply Buddha conduct for developing the quality of their life and firmly follow. It can resolve those problems. Thai monks will be good quality for life. It will support Thai monks to follow the Buddha conduct correctly.   

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