The Influence and Localization of Mazu: A Comparison between Penang and Phuket

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          This paper mainly studies the influence and localization of Ma zu: a comparison between Penang and Phuket. The purpose of this paper is to study 1) the dissemination of traditional Chinese Mazu culture in Phuket and Penang. 2) Study the spread process of Mazu in Malaysia and Thailand, and explore the localization differences of Mazu in the spread. 3) To Analyze the impact of Mazu culture on Phuket and Penang. Mazu is now globalized. As a symbol of the sea, she has brought Chinese people to all parts of the world, and her influence is also everywhere, allowing more people to know Mazu culture. The focus of this study is the impact of Mazu's arrival in Penang and Phuket, and localization has occurred. This study uses qualitative research bases on data collection by Indept-Interview, observation and partipant observation and data analysis using content analysis, thematic analysis and historical analysis.
          According to the results, the researcher found that Phuket Mazu has a more far-reaching influence and a wider range of influence than Penang Mazu. From the historical perspective, cultural integration, commercial value and other aspects, it can be seen that Phuket Mazu is more extensive, while Penang Mazu is ethnic. There may be some differences between the two, but they both left a strong mark in the long river of history. No matter who develops better, it is not a personal choice. History, culture, and policies are all forcing them to make changes, so there are differences now. For suggestion this cultural treasures also represent Chinese Overseas organization in the circumstance of minority group who are diaspora, then the study in the future may consider in the approach minority group and power relationship.