spirits
- Thailand News
Villagers flock to sacred tree spirit for lottery blessings
Villagers in Lan Sak, Uthai Thani, flocked to Wat Pa Sak to seek blessings from Mae Ya Takian Thong, a sacred tree spirit believed to be over 100 years old, after seeing lucky numbers appear on its chest. Locals have long revered the Takian tree, which was ceremoniously raised from the water by a former abbot who, notably, passed away…
- Thailand News
Haunted spirits: Nakhon Sawan villagers seek mystic’s help
Residents of a village in Nakhon Sawan called on a local mystic, known as Mor Pla, for urgent assistance after experiencing nightly disturbances since a 70 year old woman brought an item home from a rubbish pile. Stones have been thrown at homes, and unexplained fires have erupted, leaving villagers on edge. Reporters visiting the village in Mueang district found…
- Lifestyle
Spirit houses in Thai culture
In the bustling streets and serene countryside of Thailand, one might notice small, ornate structures standing proudly on pedestals, often adorned with flowers and offerings. These are spirit houses, integral to Thai culture and spirituality. They serve as abodes for protective spirits, believed to safeguard homes, businesses, and public spaces from harm. Spirit houses, known as “san phra phum” in…
- Thailand News
Suphan Buri guardian spirit festival firecracker ritual brings luck
The yearly festival at the shrine of the city’s guardian spirit in Dan Chang, Suphan Buri, has evolved into a vibrant focal point, attracting throngs of visitors eager to partake in a cherished tradition and, perchance, to take home a touch of luck. The festival reached its climax as attendees fixated on the launch of firecrackers at 8pm yesterday, a…
- Thailand News
Dead man waking: Thai man’s surprise resurrection stuns all
In a bizarre turn of events, a 60 year old man named Charnchai, whose last name has been withheld for privacy, experienced a miraculous recovery after being declared dead for one hour. The family, bewildered by his sudden revival and subsequent odd behaviours, sought the expertise of Jeeraphan Petchkao, also known as Mor Pla, a renowned spiritual medium, to unravel…
- Thailand News
Eerie shadow on Phetchabun road sparks ghostly buzz online
A chilling story has emerged from a seemingly innocuous post about a broken branch blocking a road in Phetchabun province. The shadow of the branch, upon closer inspection, appeared to bear an eerie resemblance to a person who had died three months earlier, sparking a flurry of comments and supernatural speculation online. The original post, made by 41 year old…
- Thailand News
Thai fruit seller reports mystical events around ancient tree in Rayong
A fruit vendor in Rayong province reported a series of strange occurrences centred around an ancient tree near her stall. She claims that offerings of red water seem to move as if being drunk, and that a three year old child pointed at the tree, mysteriously stating that the first prize was located there. Yesterday, January 9, a reporter travelled…
- Thailand News
Century-old golden fig tree extracted from Thai canal after local ceremony
A century-old golden fig tree was successfully lifted from the depths of the Lam Maat canal, Buriram province, after a two-day struggle, due to two broken slings. The ease of extraction only came after a local ceremony was conducted to appease the tree’s spirit. Yesterday (January 9), residents reported a surprising event where a backhoe attempted to lift a golden…
- Thailand News
Rayong: Mysterious pot found floating in canal sparks local curiosity
A 37 year old man made a startling discovery while fishing in a canal in Pluak Daeng, Rayong today. Viraphong Tongha came across an earthen pot, tightly bound with a red cloth, that was floating in the water. The sight of the mysterious pot covered in red cloth and securely tied sparked fear and curiosity among residents. The incident occurred in…
- South Thailand News
Yala temple’s amusing rules for resident spirits capture netizens’ attention
An intriguing set of rules has emerged from a renowned temple in Yala, aimed at the spirits residing within the temple’s vicinity. The rules, designed to foster harmony among the monks, villagers, and spirits, have gone viral, sparking amusement among netizens. This unusual story began gaining traction when a vinyl signboard with the rules was posted within the famous Yala…
- Eastern Thailand News
Thao Wessuwan spirit invocation ceremony in Rayong draws devout Buddhists and tourists
Amidst a downpour, villagers assembled for a traditional ‘Thao Wessuwan’ spirit invocation ceremony at the Wat Noen Suk temple, also known as Wat Laok, in Rayong province yesterday. The event, led by Anan Nakniyom, the Deputy Governor of Rayong, saw participation from various government and private sector organisations, as well as devout local Buddhists. The temple area turned into a…
- Thailand News
Motorcycle crash blamed on spirits by inebriated man alarms Thailand rescue team
A 32 year old factory worker crashed his motorcycle, and claimed that it was due to encountering spirits while riding under the influence, leaving him with injuries. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, where the injured man insisted on rescuing ghosts and deities first, baffling and alarming the rescuers. At around 3am yesterday, the Ayutthaya Rescue Association received a report regarding…
