Thai Mythological Himapant Animals Bestiary
The Enigmatic Bestiary of the Himapant Forest in Thai Mythology The realm of Thai mythology is rich with fantastical creatures, none more captivating than the denizens of the Himapant Forest...
Thai Buddhism – Orthodoxy Amulets Animism and the Occult
The Syncretic Nature of Thai Buddhism: Intersections of Orthodoxy, Animism, and the Occult The religious landscape of Thailand presents a fascinating case study in syncretism—the process by which disparate religious...
What is Animism?
Animism is a belief system that posits the existence of spirits or supernatural forces residing in natural elements, animals, and objects. In Southeast Asia, animism has deep historical roots and...
The Goddess Sarasvati: A Comprehensive Guide
The Goddess Sarasvati: A Comprehensive Introduction the Goddess, Attributed Meanings, and how to Worship Presenting You with a comprehensive guide on the Goddess Sarasvati, the Hindu deity of knowledge, arts,...
Sak Yant Herbal Effigies for Sacred Ink
The Dtugadtaa Paya Wan Sak is an effigy or image made from herbal powder clay, sometimes covered with dee buk leaden coating or even solid silver foil, or sometimes a...