Phi Thaen: Influence on the Way of Life of the Tai-Lao Ethnic Group

Abstract

 This academic article aims to present Phi Thaen (Thaen Ghost) influencing the way of life of the Tai-Lao ethnic group. The study result revealed that Phi Thaen
influenced the way of life of the Tai-Lao ethnic group in 4 aspects. Philosophy and Belief: it is a way of life that comes from beliefs that have been passed down from ancestors and practiced until becoming the rules and cultural way of society. Art : it has been reflected in the murals and folk literature. Culture: it is reflected in the form of language, dress, and food consumption. Tradition: it causes the Bun Bang Fai tradition, new year tradition, ordination tradition, Songkran festival and other traditions according to
Heet-Sip-Song Khlong-Sib-Si, etc