An overview about the correct translation of the wai khru mantra used in traditional Thai massage and Thai medicine
THAI Online Library
Spirituality & Thai Healing
(Español) Tabletas y Amuletos Budistas de Tailandia
Essay about Thai Buddhist protection amulets
Thai Buddha metal pendants
An informative article about Thai Buddha pendants, which are generally worn around the neck on a metal chain or a cloth string.
Buddha protection tablets
An introduction to Thai Buddha protection tablets, which are made from plaster and clay and sometimes set in metal or plastic cases and worn around the neck or in a shirt pocket.
Northern Thai Bone Healing
A study about northern Thai practices of bone fracture treatments, and how this knowledge incorporates medicinal therapy as well as spiritual beliefs
Reusi dat ton and the Foundations of Thai Massage
A detailed essay that discusses the history, development and benefits of reusi dat ton (Thai self-stretching exercises).
Thai Sacred Amulets
The Reusi Tradition
Short overview of the Thai reusi tradition. Reusi are the keepers of traditional Thai esoteric arts and sciences.
The Thai massage wai khru
Short overview of the evolution and meaning of the current-day wai khru, the mantra that is also known as "om namo."
Spiritual Healing Practices among Postpartum Thai Women
A short research paper about spiritual beliefs and practices of pregnancy and postpartum care among rural Thai women.