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In Burmese mythology, the thayé (Burmese: သရဲ), also spelled 'tasei' (တစ္ဆေ), are deceased evil people condemned to be disembodied spirits. [1] They often appear as tall, dark people with huge ears, long tongues, and tusk-like teeth. [citation needed] Thayé enter towns at noon or at night, and usually cause minor illnesses.
(Derived from Yama-raj, Hindu god of death, hell and afterlife judgement) Yetkhat - benevolent guardians of buried treasures and those hidden in tree roots. (derived from Raksha, Hindu mythical demons) Zawgyi (alchemist) - a human alchemist with supernatural powers who is often seen with a stick and a red hat.
Thai folklore is a diverse set of mythology and traditional beliefs held by the Thai people. Most Thai folklore has a regional background for it originated in rural Thailand . With the passing of time, and through the influence of the media, large parts of Thai folklore have become interwoven with the wider popular Thai culture .
Key: The names of groups of gods or other mythological beings are given in italic font. Key: The names of the Titans have a green background. Key: Dotted lines show a marriage or affair. Key: Solid lines show children.
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The mural crown's significance is that it identifies her as the goddess of the city, and in the case of Sparta her mural crown depicted a part of their foundation myth of their city. [ 17 ] [ 19 ] The mural crown is often used by archeologists and historians to identify a figure in art as Tyche.
Ceremonies devoted to the gods commonly involve an offering of a chicken and rice wine. Once the gods have taken the spiritual essence of the offering, people may consume the earthly remains. The head of a household or the individual who wants to gain the favor of the gods usually performs the ritual.
According to Hindu mythology, this land is known as Thepyapoom (Thai: เทพยภูมิ, meaning "The Land of Gods"). Kaohsiunggar Mountain ( Thai : ยอดเขาเการีศังการ์ ) is the residence of Lord Shiva, the great god, and the Great Consort who is the daughter of Himawat Mountain ( Thai ...