Exploring pragmatics in King Bhumibol’s speeches on livelihood

This research article presents a pragmatic scrutiny of King RAMA IX's speeches from the "Book of Nine Constitutions for Livelihood," produced by the National Research Council of Thailand. The aims are to scrutinize meaning theories in pragmatics, unveil utterance meanings, and probe contextual meanings. The scope entails dissecting speeches sans comparison, employing doctrines from esteemed intellectuals, and concentrating on pivotal terms like "Speech by His Majesty the King," "Royal Word," and "Tutelage." The research findings delve into theories of language interpretation and pragmatics, scrutinizing seven pragmatic theories to fathom King RAMA IX's speeches. Nine themes are scrutinized across diverse contexts, accentuating unity, cooperation, and societal principles. Royal speeches like "goodness," "cooperation," and "happiness" are scrutinized for nuanced connotations. Discussions align discoveries with study goals, underscoring the significance of linguistic and contextual factors in comprehending King RAMA IX's speeches. The contextual meanings of terms illuminate his legacy and societal advancement. Recommendations for implementing his teachings in everyday life and pathways for further exploration are offered to deepen insight into King RAMA IX's heritage and tackle contemporary predicaments.