Chan Sangwoei Phra Maha Sawettrachat in the Reign of King Rama IV: Power relations of King Mongkut

Abstract

This Research aims to study the Power relations between King Rama IV in Chan Sangwoei Phra Maha Sawettrachat during his reign. The results shown 7 Power relations, including; 1) The Power relation of King Rama IV as the ruler, 2) The Power relation of King Rama IV and the ceremonial day, 3) The Power relation of King Rama IV and the god, 4) The Power relation of King Rama IV and his royal families, 5) The Power relation of King Rama IV and the government officials, 6) The Power relation of King Rama IV and the people, and 7) The Power relation of King Rama IV and other colonies. These power relations represent his Majesty charisma to the fullest, as if King Mongkut (The power Weidler) using or controlling his power over his people and surroundings (The one who affected by such power), using “Phra Maha Sawettrachat or The Royal Nine-Tiered Umbrella” which represent his righteous as the King who acknowledged by others, resulting in an absolute power to rule and make people act accordingly. (Either submit or refuse to do so). Additionally, the methods of using figure of speech to honor King Rama IV also shown in the royal ceremony literature.