Thai Wisdom in the Arrangement of Khan Mak in Traditional Wedding Ceremonies in the Central Region of Thailand
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This research aims to study the Thai wisdom of "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions of the central provinces. The population for this study was selected from residents in the 17 central provinces, which were divided into four provincial clusters. A quota sampling method was used, with an equal proportion of 10 participants selected from each of the four clusters, for a total of 40 participants. The research tools were a structured in-depth interview and content analysis, using a method of extracting and synthesizing qualitative data.
The research findings indicate that the tradition of "khan mak" arrangement in the central provinces has undergone significant changes from the past to the present. There is a tendency for it to become simpler, more concise, and more flexible to align with the modern lifestyle, economic conditions, and values of the younger generation. However, to ensure that the core essence, significance, and auspicious meaning of "khan mak" are preserved and passed on, it is necessary to rely on seven key components of the Thai wisdom of "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions of the central provinces. These components are: 1) Knowledge of "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; 2) Beliefs and rituals related to "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; 3) Selection of raw materials and equipment for "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; 4) Steps and methods of "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; 5) Styles of "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; 6) Budget for "khan mak" arrangement in wedding traditions; and 7) Transmission and characteristics of knowledge transfer for "khan mak" arrangement from generation to generation.
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