The Reflecting the Northeastern Sociocultural with Special Reference to Sawing Boonjerm’s Work

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study reflection of the northeastern socio-culture according to Sawing Boonjerm’s Work. This is qualitative research using descriptive analytics, purposive sampling of academic textbooks representing northeastern socio-culture. The results of the study of academic textbooks according to Swing Boonjem's works were found in 2 primary types: 1) Material Culture including reflections on the living conditions, encompassing both non-living and living entities, food, entertainment, music, and livelihood 2) Spiritual Culture that consists of reflection of traditions and customs, including marriage traditions, ordination ceremonies, funeral rites, and spiritual blessing ceremony. It also reflects beliefs, including those related to Buddhism, spirits, animals, and dreams. Additionally, it reflects societal regulations, such as the principles for rulers, which emphasize fairness, non-exploitation, adherence to the Four Brahmaviharas, righteousness, and humility. There are also principles for monks and individuals, including the observance of precepts, meditation practice, self-moderation, adherence to traditional customs, and setting behavioral standards.