Phaya : The Interpretation in Human Language and Dhamma Language Theory

Abstract

This article is the study on Phaya that was recently found and collected by the Author for the interpretation in Human Language and Dhamma Language Theory in order to perceive the appropriate conduct for E-sarn people that is the outcome of statements leading to “wisdom”. Phaya could be divided into 4 main types including: 1) Phaya Pasit (proverbial Phaya); 2) Phaya Kiew or Phaya Krea (courting Phaya); 3) Phaya Auiporn (bless Phaya); 4) Phaya Pritsana (puzzle Phaya). From the interpretation of Phaya in Human Language and Dhamma Language Theory, the author found that the communication of E-sarn ancestors had tried to teach their offspring through human language and the author also found the intelligence of E-sarn people because they provided some Dhamma puzzles through their local language, i.e., E-sarn language or human language, leading to basic memorization. Subsequently, when those puzzles were studied and interpreted, they led to deep understanding on the Dhamma principles hidden in Phaya recorded as human language. However, to understand on the true meaning of such teaching, it was necessary to use Dhamma language.