A Thai language tutorial discussing the the accumulation of good 'karma', known in Thai as 'tam boon'. Article includes Thai vocabulary (in Thai script) relevant to tam boon.
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How to get a massage in Thailand
A Thai language tutorial using vocabulary specific to Thai massage. Includes Thai script and English translations for various aspects of the typical Thai massage.
Midnight Food Offerings to the Monks
At certain temples, there are 'midnight alms' during a full moon which takes place on a Wednesday. This article talks about where to go in Chiang Mai for such "Wednesday Full Moon Offerings."
Thai Buddhist Calendar
An orientation to the Thai calendar, including brief descriptions of the Thai Lunar Calendar, the Buddhist Era Calendar, and various holidays and festivals that take place according to the full moon in the Buddhist Calendar.
We have ALL five Thai tones in English too!
Dispelling the myth that 'English doesn't have any tones', this article discusses the five Thai tones and how versions of these tones are also used in English.
Say it like a Thai: Ngor Ngoo
An instructional article discussing the pronunciation of the initial consonant: 'ng', a particularly challenging Thai consonant for foreigners to pronounce. Includes some practice exercises and simple vocabulary.
Jai and Thai
An article exploring some of the dimensions of Thai phrases using the word 'jai' (heart).
Pali and Sanskrit Root Words in Thai
A list of Pali and Sanskrit root words in Thai (includes Thai and Sanskrit transliteration).
Thai Buddhist Vocabulary
A glossary with Thai terms for basic Buddhist vocabulary (Four Noble Truths, Noble Eightfold Path, etc.).
The Contorted Hermit – Reusee Dat Ton
An article describing general information about early Thai writings describing masters of reusee dat ton (self stretching practice).