#Ramakien

The Ramakien, Thailand’s national epic, sits at the heart of Thai culture, art, and literature. Adapted from the Indian Ramayana, the Ramakien has developed its own distinctive flavor—blending Hindu and Buddhist influences with vivid Thai creativity. Central to the Ramakien are its unforgettable characters, whose tales of love, loyalty, heroism, and betrayal have shaped generations of Thai storytelling, classical dance, visual arts, and even temple murals. For Thai readers seeking to understand these stories or visitors wanting to decode the elaborate scenes painted across Wat Phra Kaew, knowing “who’s who” in the Ramakien is essential.

The ancient Indian epic Ramayana is gaining renewed attention among Thai parents and educators, as recent research and commentary underscore how its age-old lessons remain strikingly relevant in navigating the challenges of modern parenting. Drawing inspiration from the deeds and dilemmas of characters like Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana, these teachings are being reframed as practical advice for nurturing resilience, discipline, and strong moral values in today’s youth (Times of India).