Animist beliefs in Thailand

Question 1

Animism

Answer 1

Animism (from Latin: anima meaning ‘breath, spirit, life’) is the belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence. Animism perceives all things—animals, plants, rocks, rivers, weather systems, human handiwork, and in some cases words—as being animated, having agency and free will.

Oldest belief/religion in Thailand
The belief that spirits in nature control your fate

Question 2

Spirit houses

Answer 2

Thais believe that protector spirits live in spirit houses​

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Offerings such as food and water are for the spirits to consume​

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Buddhists believe if you give offerings to the spirits, they will give you a favor​

Commonly built in front of homes and important buildings

Question 3

Amulets

Answer 3

Buddhist amulets help ward off evil spirits​

Buddhists believe it gives them good fortune ​

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Buddhists are able to feel more peace, concentration, and tranquility after gaining more faith​

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The Buddhist faith believes that they can attain peace and enlightenment ​

Question 4

tattoos

Answer 4

a form of protection to ward off evil spirit. They’re also believed to boost a person’s luck, a certain trait or personality along with health and wealth.

Question 5

Propitiate

Answer 5

win or regain the favor of (a god, spirit, or person) by doing something that pleases them.

Question 6

Auspicious

Answer 6

suggesting a positive and successful future: