TRANSMISSION OF SAW SAM SAI BY KRU CHARERNJAI SUNDARAVADIN

Abstract

The study aims to examine and scrutinize about Saw Sam Sai by Kru Charernjai Sundaravadin, including its line of transmission, ways of transmission and its inheritance. After conducting the study, the result came out as follows: (1) Kru Charernjai Sundaravadin acquired Saw Sam Sai knowledge from Phraya Phumeesavin (Jit Jittasewi), Luang Phairohsiengsaw (Oon Durayacheewin) and Kru Devaprasit Pattayakosol and applied it to his own style, creating his distinctive body of knowledge, which is simple and sufficient. (2) Process of transmission, which is composed of becoming a disciple, knowledge transmission, evaluation and real situation practice. (3) Knowledge transmission, which is divided in three methods, namely, adhering to principles taught by Kru Charernjai Sundaravadin, selecting only certain parts of the knowledge, and transmitting by one’s individual style, while there are some other methods available such as conducting exhibitions, academic fairs and publishing through other media.

In addition to what stated above, the transmission of Saw Sam Sai by Kru Charernjai Sundaravadin is still widespread amongst his students