Phu Tai Katak from Mahaxay to Non Hom : A study of the social and cultural dynamics

Phu Tai Katak from Mahaxay to Non Hom : A study of the social and cultural dynamics

Authors

  • Pokkasin Chatiphod Department of Thai Language, Faculty of Humanity and Social Science, Sakon Nakhon Rajabhat University

Keywords:

Local History, Social and Cultural Dynamics, Tradition and Ritual, Phu Tai Katak Ethnic Group

Abstract

The article aims to study the social and cultural dynamics of the Phu Tai Katak ethnic group. It attempts to gather knowledge about local history, culture and traditions of Phu Tai Katak rites and to study the dynamics of traditional culture and function of folklore of the Phu Tai Katak ethnic group of Non Hom Village . This study uses the methodology of folklore research which fieldwork data collection in Thailand and Loas, participatory observation and in-depth interview with key informants. It was found that the local history of the Phu Tai Katak, Non Hom is linked to the migrations of Phu Tai ethnic group migrants into Thailand during the reign of King Rama 3 to King Rama 5. The Phu Tai Katak have their own indigenous culture, tradition, rituals and beliefs that are related to the teachings of Buddhism. In addition, they believe in supernatural powers by following the beliefs of neighboring people in the Northeast such as taking the Heet Sip Song as a framework of living and other available myths, legends and folk tales of the community related to the legend of Nong Han. This study is important in the field of social and cultural dynamics as it was found that many traditions and rituals of the villagers are dynamic or changing as compared to those that exist in the modern culture and society, under the influence of globalization. However, efforts are still being made to preserve the traditions and rituals in various ways such as measures for the preservation of language and revivalism of ancient traditions including the identification of costumes, rituals and events that promote cultural tourism in the community of Phu Tai World.

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Published

2019-09-10

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 2 (2019): July - December

Section

บทความวิจัย (Research Article)