Patterns and beliefs from Yantra Wat Thaphud Nakhon Pathom Province

Abstract

Research article aims to analyze the patterns and beliefs yantra of manuscript at Wat Tha Phud, Nakhon Pathom Province, in manuscript from the Sirindhorn Anthropology Center. The research employs a archeology approach, consid letter patterns, language, and value, to shed light on the cultural wisdom passed down to the present. Research Objectives 1) To study and analyze the patterns of inscriptions at Wat Tha Phud, Nakhon Pathom Province. 2) To study and analyze the beliefs associated with the patterns of inscriptions as cultural wisdom of the local people.
The research findings reveal 1) Ancient documents at Wat Tha Phud, Nakhon Pathom Province, exhibit inscription patterns and characteristics recorded in Thai script, Khom Thai, Tham Isan, and the languages used include Thai and Pali. 2) Textbooks on astrology, esotericism, or medical treatments provide insights into the wisdom of our ancestors' way of life, historical events, during times when modern conveniences or technologies were not available as they are today. We can see a reliance on self, nature, and spirituality, which were essential during those times. The utmost importance was placed on mutual support and assistance, demonstrating compassion and generosity towards others in need. This altruistic behavior, providing aid and relief to fellow human beings, signifies the benevolence and empathy of people in the past, in various aspects of life, without the intervention of materialistic concerns, which contrasts significantly with the present era.