Symbol, Myth and Communication of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

Abstract

         The Research on “Symbol, Myth and Communication of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province” aimed to analyze the signification and aesthetic elements, and the roles and duties of communication on cultural existence of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, by means of field study and in-depth interview.  According to the research results, it was found that:

        1)Signification and meanings of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province have been determined through symbols and myth of abundance consisting of the use of iconographic symbols, the use of rules of association and intertextuality, the use of ritual codes. 2)Aesthetic elements for creativity of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition consist of the use of multiple codes, implosion of meanings, value of light and shadow, aesthetics of dramatization aesthetics of orderly disorder and aesthetics on harmonious relationship between content and emotions. 3)Roles and duties of communication on cultural existence of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition According to the research results, it was found that the communication has important roles and duties to pass on knowledge and to tell stories of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition for cultural existence through rites and shows such as the roles and duties of passing on the beliefs, communication on cultural existence of the Nang Dan Parade Tradition, the creation of body of knowledge and passing on of wisdoms, mobilization of community powers, entertainment, social organization, Thai cultural and social reflection, and promotion of sustainable tourism.