Nam Man Prai - Necromantic Oils Nam Man Prai , a term enveloping a spectrum of magical oil-based potions in Southeast Asian Necromantic Sorcery, holds various forms—some created through necromantic processes, others derived from the plant kingdom y...

How Nam Man Prai is Made Nam Man Prai is obtained using Tien Ron (the practice of rolling a candle flame over the skin) to extract fluid from the corpse of a pregnant woman who died along with the baby in her womb. The process requires a fearless...

Whispers in the Wind: Exploring the Hauntings of Thai Folklore The People of Thailand have a large number of beliefs and legends. Among these, the concept of "phi" (ผี), or ghosts, occupies a unique and fascinating space, deeply woven into the fabric of ...

Phi Tai Hong - The Vengeful Spirits of Violent Demise In the folklore of Thailand, there exists a haunting presence known as Phi Tai Hong. These are the restless spirits of individuals who met their end in a sudden and violent manner, often without...

Nang Ta-Khian, or 'Mae Nang Ta-Khian',  is a legendary creature, and a commonly believed in ghost in the Pantheon of Thai ghosts. She inhabits the Ta-Khian tree (Hopea odorata ) as a nature spirit, somewhat the equivalent of the Western Concept of the ...

Phi Grahang: The Ghostly Figure of Thai Folklore Phi Grahang, also known as the Ghost Grahang, is a male ghost figure deeply rooted in Thai folklore. Its unique appearance sets it apart from other ghostly entities, with wings resembling a rice sieve...

The Phi Tai Thang Klom (ผีตายทั้งกลม) is a chilling legend in Thai folklore that tells the story of a ghost of a pregnant woman who died tragically along with her unborn child . The name roughly translates to "Ghost of the Woman Who Died with Her Baby....

Mae Bper Prai Necromantic Animist Deity Mae Bper is one of the Pantheon of Thai Ghosts , represented by an effigy in the form of a woman sitting in the act of childbirth. She is in great pain. The Mae Bper is in the posture of giving birth, which represents...

The Nang Tani Banana Tree Ghost A Comparative Analysis of Spiritually Inhabited Trees in Asian Belief Systems Nang Prai Tani, is a female ghost just like the more well known Nang Takian, who inhabits a Banana Tree of the Dtanii variety. In order...

Phi Krasue: A Complete Guide to the Legendary Thai Ghost 1. Introduction The Phi Krasue (กระสือ) is one of the most well-known and terrifying ghosts in Thai folklore. This supernatural entity is famous not only in Thailand but also in neighbor...

The Legend of Mae Nak Phra Khanong Mae Nak Phra Khanong is one of Thailand’s most famous ghost legends, deeply embedded in Thai culture. It has been passed down for generations through folklore, movies, dramas, and religious beliefs. The O...

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Animist Charms and Occult Charms and Talismans with Animistic and Occult Origins Welcome to the rich and fascinating world of Thai animist charms and occult talismans. These objects, steeped in history and tradition, are believed to possess spiritual...

The Hun Payont, an effigy of a Ghost Soldier Spirit Assistant, is a notable artifact, originating from a historical form of animist sorcery, with roots in the ancient Siamese Kingdom and even predating to the apex of the Khmer Empire. This animist practice...

Sacred Thai Buddha Statues and Images of Great Spiritual, Cultural, Artistic and Historical Importance, from various Eras of Siam.

The Emerald Buddha: Legends, Beliefs, and History The Emerald Buddha, also known as the Phra Phuttha Maha Mani Ratana Patimakorn, is a revered and historic Thai Buddha statue considered the palladium (protector) of Thailand. Traditionally believed...

Thai Buddha Magic is derived from the Kampir Saiyawaet Grimoires of Lanna, Khmer, and Siamese origin, and from early Brahman Influence through the Atharva Vedas (especially with healing magic), Wicha, is derived from the word Vidhya, meaning science,...

The Mystical Alloys of Ancient Thai Sorcery Part 1: Materials and Properties Mekaphat and Mekasit are two alchemical alloys that hold immense spiritual significance in ancient Thai sorcery. These mystical materials are incorporated into amulets, known...

Dtamra and Wicha Kochasart Wicha Kochasart, rooted in Thai Buddhist tradition and mythology, encompasses a wide array of knowledge, rituals, and practices associated with elephants. These practices are deeply interwoven with religious beliefs and cultural...

Ya Sang, also known as 'Ya Buea' means 'Commanding Drug', or 'Bored Drug'. 'Ya' meaning medicine or herb or drug, and 'Sang' meaning 'to order', and 'Buea' meaning 'Bored to Death'. The Wicha Ya Sang, has been used in south-east Asia throughout living...

The Wicha Lanna Noo Kin Nom Maew (Mouse drinking Cat's milk spell), is a highly revered form of Magic used for the making of Thai Animist Charms , derived from the Grimoires of ancient sorcery from the northern Thai Lanna hill tribes , particularly valued...

Thai Buddhist, Brahman and Animist Deities, Angelic Beings and Gods Thai Buddha Magic has an almost endless array of Deities, with subdivisions, as well as higher and lower angelic beings and animist nature spirits included in its pantheon, as well...

The Tao Ruean Sacred Turtle The Paya Tao Ruean Turtle , is a very popular and sacred image in Thailand, which exists within local legends, and in Thai literature, magical occultism, sacred geometry, and Thai Buddhist Cosmogony. The Tao Ruean Turtle,...

Nang Kwak , or 'Mae Nang Kwak ', is the Thai Goddess for Beckoning wealth. Mae Nang Kwak, is seen as a statue or as an amulet, worshipped by almost all Thai Buddhist People. Nang Kwak amulets are used by merchants, shopkeepers, and also by those who wish...

Ai Khai Dek Wat Chedi, is a Deva, who is famously represented as a statue in the temple of Wat Chedi in Nakorn Sri Tammarat, made of wood, representing a boy around the age of 9 or 10 years old. The statue wears a commando's uniform, and dark sunglasses....

Kurma, the Tortoise or Turtle, holds great significance in Hindu iconology as the second incarnation or avatar of Lord Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. The story of Kurma is intricately woven into Hindu mythology and serves as a symbol...

Ganesha, Hiindu Origins, and Phra Pikanes in Thai Buddhism The esteemed deity in Hinduism, Lord Ganesha, who is one of the members of the Major Pantheon of Deities , is known as the son of the supreme figures, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is widely...

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From Origins to Modern Times: Tracing the Evolution and Global Influence of Thai Buddhism Buddhism is the dominant religion in Thailand, with approximately 95% of the population identifying as Buddhists. Thai Buddhism has its unique characteristics,...