Thai folklore
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Thai folklore is a diverse set of mythology and traditional beliefs held by the Thai people. Most Thai folklore is believed to appropriate older Mon-Khmer folklore. In non-academic and colloquial sett
Nang Kwak shopkeeper's good-luck charm in Bangkok
Bangkok city Lak Mueang. The longer pillar is the Rama I original, the shorter was added by King Mongkut (Rama IV)
Yantra tattoo for protection
Nang Tani, the female spirit that haunts banana trees
Nang Kwak
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Nang Kwak is a Bodhisattva, household goddess or Spirit of Thai folklore. She is deemed to bring good fortune, prosperity and attract customers to a business. Although Nang Kwak is more a figure of po
Thai folklore
…Rainbow. A rainbow is held in high regard and it is important to avoid pointing at it because one would lose one's finger. Nang Kwak (นางกวัก) is a benevolent female deity that brings luck to business owners and attracts customers. She is widely considered the patron of traders and…
Nang Kwak icon in the Wat Phra That Ruang Rong temple, Sisaket
Nang Kwak figurine at Koon Ngam Ching Yuen (Temple), Hong Kong.