Animals in the Community Narrative of Sisaket Province
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This article aims to study community stories in Si Sa Ket Province involving sacred animals. The study was conducted with a qualitative research methodology using data obtained from field interviews by selecting subjects together with the study of folklore documents in 11 communities, including 1) Ban Khon Kam, Khon Kam Sub-district, Yang Chum Noi District 2) Ban Huai Tik Chu, Huai Tik Chu Sub-district, Phu Sing District 3) Ban Nong Ngu Lueam, Nong Ngu Lueam Sub-district, Benchalak District 4) Ban Chan, Chan Sub-district, Kanthararom District 5) Ban kham moei, Kham Naim Sub-district, Kanthararom District 6) Ban Phue Mai, Mueang Sub-district, Kantharalak District 7) Ban Khamin, Khaem Sub-district, Uthumphon Phisai District 8) Ban Lao Sen, Bok Sub-district, Non Khun District 9) Ban Nong Makluea, Non Kho Sub-district, Non Khun District 10) Ban Nong Nok Chao, Rang Raeng Sub-district, Uthumphon Phisai District and 11) Ban Samrong Phlan, Samrong Phlan Sub-district, Phrai Bueng District. The study found stories about sacred animals: insects, reptiles, mammals and poultry. The narratives found are linked to the implications of beliefs reflecting the identity as a community culture about memories, important people, nature, and the supernatural of the community. There was also a relationship between ethnic groups lifestyles, and well-being including the wisdom of the villagers in the community.
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