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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 .
Phraya Anuman Rajadhon was the first Thai scholar to conduct a serious study of Thai folkloristics, taking notes on the nocturnal village spirits of Thai folklore. He established that since such spirits were not represented in paintings or drawings, they were purely based on popular traditional oral stories.
The award is sometimes given for a specific work by an author, or it could be awarded for lifetime achievement. The types of works that are honored vary, and have included poetry, short stories, novels, plays, folklore, and scholarly and religious works. The ceremonies are held in Bangkok, with a member of the Thai royal family presiding.
This article serves as an index – as complete as possible – of all the honorific orders or similar decorations awarded by Thailand, classified by Monarchies chapter and Republics chapter, and, under each chapter, recipients' countries and the detailed list of recipients.
Anek Nawikamul, a Thai historian, researched the story and found an article in the Siam Praphet newspaper written by K.S.R. Kulap, dated March 10, 1899.Kulap claimed the story of Mae Nak was based on the life of Amdaeng Nak (อำแดงนาก, 'Mrs Nak'), daughter of a Tambon Phra Khanong leader named Khun Si.
Pages in category "Thai folklore" The following 27 pages are in this category, out of 27 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Many other aspects were transposed into a Thai context, such as the clothes, weapons, topography, and elements of nature, which are described as being Thai in style. As Thailand is considered a Theravada Buddhist society, the Buddhist history latent in the Ramakien serves to provide Thai legends with a creation myth , as well as representations ...
PAGE Awards: Discover and promote up-and-coming new screenwriters from around the world Thailand: Silpathorn Award: Ministry of Culture of Thailand: Promote Thai contemporary artists who are considered to be in their mid-career and who have already made notable contributions to Thai fine arts and culture Denmark: Tagea Brandt Rejselegat