AN OCCUPATION OF A GEOLOGIST ACCORDING TO THE BUDDHAMMA

Abstract

This article is intended to present a study of working principle, ethics of an occupation of a geologist who knows and understands the home of every human being, this is the world Home to many natural resources for us to use both on the surface of the earth and below the surface of the earth, consisting of soil, rocks, minerals, geologists study the various processes of change in the earth's constituents that affect the environment we live and the application of the Buddhamma in their careers. Working and has responsibilities in geology and related fields in the part of government agencies, in universities, state enterprises, private companies, multinational companies from countries around the world or business owner. Therefore, the roles and duties of geologists must be adjusted according to the environment and organizational culture. But regardless of working in any agency or position, at the heart of a geologist is geologist's code of conduct which is consistent with Buddhist principles and is a guideline for ethics of professional geologists are as follows; the four foundations for the accomplishment, four sublime states of mind, four bases of sympathy, and seven virtues of a gentleman. As a result, the author has a profound understanding of ethic. In the role sometime responsibilities and results of the work may have a negative effect on any person or group, but if there are benefits and benefits to many people then geologists also need to be able to see the big picture and study the environment and provide realistic geological information. And these four principles of Buddhism are also a guideline for life, coexistence in society as well as to behave in a good manner. Be a qualified geologist and happy prosperity creative life both for personal, family, and society, and to benefit the nation as well.