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Thai Name(s) for the "Popular Buddhism" Practiced By many today

VisaProblem
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Hi,

I was wondering if anyone knew of a well recognised Thai language (i.e. using Thai script) name for this "popular"or "hybrid" vernacular-type of Thai buddhism?

Many thanks.

"..... Thai religious system as being composed of three com-

ponents Theravada Buddhism, folk Brahmanism and animism, with
official Theravada obviously occupying the central position."

http://www.thaibuddhism.net/pdf/Kitiarsa.pdf

and

Popular Buddhism (of the less-educated or rural peoples):
"It refers to the tradition as commonly practiced by Thai people especially
in rural areas. It is the consequence of human attempts to survive
in the often confusing and conflicting world of everyday problems and to
struggle to attain happiness at present or in the near future. For example,
when a Thai villager is desperately in need of some money, s/he may pay
homage to a Buddha image and ask for it."

http://www.worldbuddhistuniversity.com/uploads/files/e-book/Insearch%20of%20Thai%20Buddhism.pdf

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