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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.
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 .
(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.
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Both Hindu and Buddhist myths say Mount Meru is the center of the earth, surrounded by the Cosmos. Hindus consider Mount Krailas (Thai: ไกรลาส) in the Himalayas in Tibet to be Mount Meru, and also believe that peak to be the residence of Thao Kuwen (Thai: ท้าวกุเวร), king of giants, god of wealth and god of treasure.
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Inner hall of the shrine of the god of Bo Lek Nam Phi, in Uttaradit Province, Thailand. The Tai folk religion, Satsana Phi or Ban Phi is the ancient native ethnic religion of Tai people still practiced by various Tai groups. [3] [1] Tai folk religion was dominant among Tai people in Asia until the arrival of Buddhism. It is primarily based on ...