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Abstract
Abstract Lokanti stands as the primary text which provides essential ethical guidance about human behavior together with social direction. The cultural history of Myanmar demonstrates how four nti texts known for their influence on governance (Rja), ethical conduct (Dhamma), and worldly affairs (Loka) include Lokanti, Dhammanti, Rjanti, and Mahrahanti. Rulers and administrators receive instructions from Rjanti while the other nti texts supply ethic and practical guidance to individuals concerning education education economics and social exchanges. These texts share intellectual roots that appear structurally and thematically because they belong to the same intellectual heritage. Lokanti exists in multiple forms such as English translations in addition to Myanmar nissaya with commentary and Myanmar prose as well as traditional pyo verse forms. Lokanti entered the teaching circle of Myanmar in the 14th century CE under the guidance of minister Eaturagabala who served King Kyaw Swar and later King Thi Ha Thu from 1343 to 1350 CE through 1359 CE. Through being a master of Pli, Sanskrit and Buddhist scholarship Eaturagabala led the way in spreading and adapting Lokanti throughout history. Social harmony and moral values in Myanmar derive substantial benefit from the ethical and didactic principles found in Lokanti which strengthens the nation's intellectual and cultural heritage.
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