The Influence on Nora's Faith in Thailand That Affected the Nora Rong Kru Ceremony of the Siamese People of Ban Bang Sae. Kelantan State, Malaysia

Abstract

Nora Rongkru is an important ritual in southern Thailand, especially for those considered to have Nora descent. This ritual is not only practiced in the south of Thailand but also in Siamese communities on the Malay Peninsula, such as Kelantan, Perlis, Kedah, and Perak, particularly among the Siamese people in Ban Bang Sae. Kelantan is bordered by Narathiwat Province in Thailand, and the Siamese ancestors settled there before it became a British colony and later a state of Malaysia. The Kolok River forms the border between Thailand and Malaysia. The Siamese people in Bang Sae, Kelantan, have continued to live according to their traditional way of life, using the Thai language and preserving their cultural practices, much like the Thai people in the south. Through the study of Nora's influence, beliefs, and faith in Thailand, it was found that the Nora Rong Krua ceremony of the Siamese people in Bang Sae, Kelantan, shared similarities with the Nora Rong Krua ritual in the south of Thailand. This ritual was deeply rooted in the beliefs surrounding Dr. Nora, and the Siamese people of Bang Sae held great respect for Dr. Nora. This reflected the persistence of their cultural heritage, influenced by the beliefs and traditions of Dr. Nora, which continued to shape the Siamese community in Ban Bang Sae, Kelantan, Malaysia.