Flood: Public Welfare Sangha, Role and Duties

Abstract

Flooding is a serious social and environmental problem, especially in high-risk areas. As spiritual and mental leaders of the community, monks play an important role in helping and restoring society during this crisis. This article presents the functions and roles of monks in public welfare during floods, including providing encouragement, gathering resources, building community cohesion, and teaching religious principles in coping with suffering. This study suggests that monks are not only religious leaders but also central to sustainable community restoration and development, using religious knowledge and religious principles to create hope and provide effective assistance during flood crises.