Leadership THE CONCEPTS OF LEADERSHIP AS PRESENTED IN THE MACCHARAJACARIYA JATAKA

Abstract

This academic article aims to study the leadership qualities presented in the Buddhist scripture, the Maccharajacariya Jataka. It explores the roles of leaders in various positions through the narratives of the Jataka tales, particularly focusing on the Maccharajacariya Jataka, which highlights the characteristics and leadership qualities essential for organizations. The findings reveal that this Jataka describes effective leadership that embodies mindfulness and wisdom in addressing various challenges through moral principles and decision-making, teamwork, and motivating others to collaboratively achieve objectives. Additionally, it reflects the ability to manage conflicts and maintain justice within organizations. The study employs content analysis to understand the leadership aspects presented in the Maccharajacariya Jataka, as well as to compare them with contemporary management concepts. And finding that the leadership characteristics of the leaders in the Maccharajacariya Jataka correlate with current management principles and techniques, such as decision-making intelligence, the ability to motivate, and effective collaboration with others, alongside the ethical standards of leaders. These insights can be applied to enhance organizational management effectiveness, achieve objectives, and lead organizations toward excellence.