Analyzing the leadership of Phra Uruvela Kassapa Thera

Abstract

This study constitutes a documentary research with the following objectives: 1) to study the theory of leadership and 2) to analyze the leadership of Phra Uruvela Kassapa Thera. From the study, it is found that a leader refers to a person who is chosen to be the central figure of a group or organization. Leadership qualities signify the behaviors of a leader that must foster relationships with individuals, enabling the members of the organization to move in the same direction. As for Buddhist leadership, it carries a meaning akin to academic leadership but is supplemented by moral and ethical components. Examples include leaders following the principles of Sappurisa Dhamma and leaders adhering to the principles of Brahmavihara 4. Phra Uruvela Kassapa Thera reveals that he was a leader who initiated creative thinking. He played a leadership role in establishing organizations and effectively delegated responsibilities in personnel governance and management. He wielded authority adeptly within the organization, exhibited societal leadership, and embodied the leadership principles of Brahmavihara 4. Moreover, he led in the dissemination of religion be vigorous.