Guidelines for Conservation and Inheritance of Sanphanom Wisdom and Traditions of Ban Tako, Khok Yang Sub-district, Prakhon Chai District, Buriram Province

Abstract

The objectives of this article were to study the origin and development of Sanphanom traditions of Ban Tako, Khok Yang sub-district, Prakhon Chai district, Buriram province and to study the guidelines for the conservation and inheritance of Sanphanom wisdom and traditions of Ban Tako, Khok Yang sub-district, Prakhon Chai district, Buriram province. The study was qualitative with in-depth interviews which collected information from scriptures, textbooks, documents, research, publications, and surveying the area. The results of the study showed that the origin and development of the Sanphanom traditions originated from the belief in the power of nature, Gods and spiritual power that resides on Phanom Rung Mountain. The ritual showed that it reflected the way of rural people live from birth to death. The ritual tied to nature such as asking for rain to be seasonal, for the crops to grow abundantly, and for the community to be peaceful. In addition, the traditions also affect community economy, communication, politics and government, and can play a role in reducing community and social conflicts. The guidelines for the conservation and inheritance of Sanphanom wisdom and traditions should promote to create the local management curriculum with the community and school participation. The activities should establish collaborative network, enhance community knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of their own culture. It should encourage everyone to participate in the development and continue the traditions of the community.