Cultural Capital and Cultural Adaptation of the Lao-Wiang Ethnic Group in Ban Khong, Photaram District, Ratchaburi Province: A Case Study of the Boon Khao Jee to Boon Khao Lam
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This article aims to investigate the patterns of cultural capital and cultural adaptation within the Lao-Wiang ethnic community in Ban Khong Subdistrict, Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province. A documentary investigation indicated that the Lao-Wiang group in this region has significantly preserved its language, culture, and religious traditions. Local temples function as crucial centers for cultural transmission. Essential rites, including Boon Khao Jee and Boon Khao Lam, are fundamental to this process, sustaining the continuity of traditional customs throughout generations. The family unit is essential for imparting cultural traditions to the younger generation. Moreover, cultivating awareness and cohesive collaboration among local organizations, educational institutions, and governmental agencies is crucial for the promotion and dissemination of Lao-Wiang customs. This cooperation aims to elevate community understanding regarding cultural preservation, offer employment possibilities, and produce income. It also encourages the younger generation in acknowledging the significance of examining the community's intellectual and cultural resources to ensure the ongoing sustainability of cultural capital management.
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