The Doctrine of Friendship that Appears in Buddhism

Abstract

Qualified friend means a good friend in the ordinary sense only, but it means a person who is fully qualified to teach, advise, explain, influence, help show the way. or being an example for others to follow the path of corrected training such as the Buddha, Arahant disciples, teachers, and intellectual scholars. Who are able to teach, advise and be a consultant. and the principles of friendship in Buddhism, focusing on knowing how to choose to be with good people who will recommend benefits to you. Do not invite each other in a harmful way. Know how to help and give advice to each other. There are principles in the Mangkala Sutta as principles to learn and guide in making friends with teenagers in Thai society.