Ghost of Mae Nak Phra Khanong
The Ghost of Mae Nak Phra Khanong, A Thai ghost possesses unique characteristics, including its distinct appearance, captivating stories, and distinctive beliefs. Some of them are even internationally famous.
Ghost of Mae Nak Phra Khanong
A Thai ghost that is so famous that it has been made into a TV drama and movie. Based on a real legend, it is a ghost story with a love story thrown in.
Mae Nak Phra Khanong is one of the most famous and touching Thai ghost legends. It has horror, love, and sadness. It has all the emotions. Let me tell you in an easy-to-understand way
Once upon a time (but not before the dinosaurs), the girl’s name was “Nak.” She was a beautiful girl from the Phra Khanong village.
Her beauty astounded men of all ages. Her beauty—if she were in the present era, she would definitely be a number 1 actress.
She married a handsome young man named Mr. Mark. He was a handsome young man in the true Thai style (handsome, strong, and manly).
He was always handsome, even though he was tanned from riding a buffalo. He had a lot of charm, and the village girls were sad that he had a girlfriend.
In Phra Khanong, Mr. Mak and Mrs. Nak are regarded as the most well-known couple. One day, however, Mr. Mak received word that he would need to report for military duty.
Nak pleaded, saying, “Please don’t leave me.” Mak comforted her, “It’s okay. I will be away for some time, and I’ll be back soon.”
Finally, you have to join the military service; Nak has to stay home alone, and she becomes pregnant.
Time passed
Naga was about to give birth. However, she had difficulty giving birth, causing her to die along with the child. (This part of the movie is very sad.)
With her strong love, when she died, she still refused to go to the afterlife. She became “Mae Nak,” a spirit waiting for her husband to return.
Mr. Mak has returned from military service. His handsomeness is no less than before. In fact, he has increased to the level of a model.
You frequently have a strong build and no less attractive appearance after serving in the military. The conversation between the two would probably be something like
Mak: “Darling! You’re back~”
Nak: “I’m so happy! My son and I missed you so much.”
The villagers did not dare to tell Mr. Mak that his wife had become a ghost. The villagers were afraid that Mae Nak would come and cause trouble, haunting them for telling Mr. Mak his secret.
The truth soon came to light, and Mr. Mak came to the realization that his wife and child were ghosts.
That was because while cooking, when Mae Nak was pounding chili, the lime rolled down and fell under the house.
Mae Nak has become a ghost. She no longer needs to descend to gather the lemons. Her arms are several meters long, and she can stretch them to pick up lemons that fall beneath the house.
Mr. Mak secretly saw his wife’s long arm, which made him realize that his wife had become a ghost.
The truth about the ghost of Mae Nak Phra Khanong has been revealed.
At long last, Mr. Mak realized his wife was a ghost! Then Mr. Mak sprinted off like he was in the Olympics.
He fled from the spirit of his cherished wife without turning to face Nang Nak. Mae Nak cried with sadness when she saw her beloved husband running away.
She could only call out in a sad voice, “I love you so much. Don’t leave me.” “Phi – Mak – Kha” (Thai pronunciation)
The ghost of Mae Nak deceived many people after Mr. Mak fled (I think Mae Nak did not deceive anyone; she was merely looking for her husband).
The villagers then went to get Luang Pho To (a famous monk at that time) to help. When Luang Pho To arrived, he said to Mae Nak:
“You love him, but you have passed away. To end your karma, let him go. Mae Nak cried profusely and accepted being reborn peacefully.
In addition to being a ghost story, Mae Nak’s tale is one of love, attachment, and forgiveness. Nowadays, there are people who believe in the steadfast love of Nang Nak and have built a “Mae Nak Phra Khanong Shrine” at Wat Mahabut.
Thai people believe that anyone who wants to find success in love, have stable love, or does not want to be a soldier should come and ask for a blessing at the Mae Nak Phra Khanong shrine.
