The explanation of designs and guidelines to develop temple as a recreational area with community collaboration. a case study: Wat Nak Prok. Phasi Charoen. Bangkok.

Abstract

This research is qualitative research using “Grounded Theory Methodology” to select the 
study area that is consistent to the objectives and research questions. Data were collected 
through in-depth interviews. inquiries. document analysis and related research. Data analysis has 
been done through interpretation and the importance of data received. There are 20 key 
informants including monks. male followers. female followers. staffs. Buddhists. and general 
public who involved in development of Wat Nak Prok. 
The results are as follows 
1.The definition of “the designs and guidelines to develop Wat Nak prok as a recreational 
area” from those involved with Wat Nak Prok are 1. To do good for the Buddhism. 2. To 
participate in temple activities. 3. To take part in problem solving and developing Wat Nak Prok.  
2.The designs and guidelines to develop temple as a recreational area of integrity in 
Buddhism according to the principles of temple creation and management includes suitable 
abode. suitable resort. suitable speech. suitable person. suitable food. suitable climate. and 
suitable posture. These are considered as the principles that created the process to develop 
temple as a recreational area. to be as a spiritual anchor to sustain Buddhist’s mind. and to be an 
area for Buddhists to learn and develop physical. mental. emotional and intellectual. 
3.Solution for the problem to development of Wat Nak Prok as a recreational area is to 
have a structural plan for management and administration to induce beneficial to temple 
development.