Pu Sae

ancestor mountain Lawa single tradition · 1

Pu Sae is an ancestral spirit, often depicted as a giant (Yaksha). He is venerated as one of the guardian spirits of the Chiang Mai valley and the Doi Suthep-Pui mountain range. His legend is a cornerstone of Lan Na folklore, telling a story of transformation from cannibalistic ogre to powerful protector of the city and its watershed.

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Ya Sae

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“A ma thiam (ม้าเที่ยม), or spirit medium, believed to be possessed by the spirit of Pu Sae, enters a trance-like state and consumes portions of the raw flesh and blood of the animal. This act symbolizes the spirit's acceptance of the offering.”

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