Kamphaeng Phet villagers seek lucky numbers from revered spirit
Villagers gathered at the shrine of the revered spirit, Jao Mae Takhian Nong Haew, in the hopes of obtaining lucky numbers for the new year. The ceremony took place yesterday, New Year’s Day, in the Wang Sai subdistrict, Khlong Khlung district, Kamphaeng Phet province.
Participants brought offerings of savoury and sweet foods, fruits, and traditional items to honour the spirit, which is believed to reside in a standing takhian tree. A medium was invited to communicate with the spirit and seek auspicious numbers for the upcoming lottery draw, scheduled for today, January 2.
The past year saw several villagers experiencing a streak of good fortune, attributed to the blessings of Jao Mae Takhian Nong Haew. This success led them to establish a shrine dedicated to the spirit, which has attracted a devoted following. Enthused by previous successes, they hoped to continue their lucky streak into the new year.
During the ceremony, the medium performed a ritual to invoke the spirit, raising their hands in patterns that suggested various numbers. This act was met with anticipation, as villagers watched eagerly. Some claimed to discern numbers resembling a 5 and a 7 on the tree’s trunk, believing these to be a sign from the spirit.
After this initial revelation, the medium proceeded to drip holy candle wax into a prepared bowl, forming shapes that purportedly resembled the numbers 1, 9, and 0. Furthermore, numbers from an incense stick divination hinted at the sequence 513. The ceremony also featured the firing of 3,000 firecrackers, with the resulting firecracker tail numbers reading 78-382. These numbers were received with excitement, as participants speculated on their potential luck in the lottery.
The tradition of seeking numbers from spiritual entities is deeply rooted in the local culture, reflecting a blend of superstition and community bonding. For many, these rituals provide hope and a sense of control over their fortunes. The upcoming lottery draw, usually held at the end of December, was postponed to January 2, giving villagers more time to engage in such practices and seek favour from the spirit for the new year.
“We believe that Jao Mae Takhian Nong Haew will bring us good luck for the new year.”
The prevailing belief is that the spirit will bestow blessings upon those who show respect and devotion, thus ensuring prosperity for the year ahead, reported KhaoSod.
