for Spreading Buddhism on the Mural Painting in the Ordination Hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram

Abstract

In this research article has three main objectives: 1) study the concept of spreading Buddhism on the Mural Painting in the Ordination Hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram 2) study the Mural Paintings in the Ordination Hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram and 3) present the Innovation for Spreading Buddhism on the Mahosatha Jātaka in the Ordination Hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram. This research employed the qualitative research methodology done by documentary research and in-depth interview where its contents wrer then analyzed through the descriptive analysis respectively. The research results were found that:
1) the historical and moral concepts of dissemination of Buddhism are presented through the mural paintings to provide tangible knowledge. The ordination hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram is considered the center of the universe, with the principal Buddha image installed at the center surrounded by noble disciples. The mural paintings depict the past lives of Mahosadha and follow the ancient Thai Buddhist beliefs regarding guardian deities with the depiction of the Four Great Kings on the central crossbeams,
2) the mural paintings in the ordination hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram feature three main themes: the Four Great Kings on the central crossbeams, the Mahosatha Jātaka above the doors and windows on four sides of the wall, and 41 noble disciples in 26 sections between the windows. The ordination hall here is the only place in Thailand where perfection of wisdom in the Mahosatha Jātaka scene is depicted, reflecting the perfection of wisdom and the scholarly nature of King Rama III, who commissioned the artists to paint the murals and
3) the concept of dissemination of Buddhism through the mural paintings in the ordination hall of Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimonmangkalaram can be presented through the database of the Mahosatha Jātaka, the art, and each scene of the mural paintings, which is positioned high and not clearly visible. The QR code system is modern technology that encourages people to access information quickly and easily, enhancing their understanding of the perfection of wisdom and their faith in Buddhism.