Chu Chun Khanom, Lotus Dessert: Belief in Food in the Auspicious Age Ceremony in Chumphon Province

Abstract

The objective of this article is to study Khanom Chu Jun and Khanom Dok Lotus: Beliefs about food in the auspicious age-old ritual in Chumphon Province. Using study methods from documents, research, interviews and participatory observation in the area of the auspicious event, and written in the form of an essay. The results of the study are that desserts are part of the rituals that occur in every society and religion, which is a word called in the southern region it has become a part of the ritual for the auspicious longevity of Luang Por Chao Kahan of Chumphon Province, that is interpreted as consumer or older adults for consumption it will have the meaning of progress and prosperity. According to the interpretation, "snacks" are a symbol of prosperity, rising up according to the frying pattern. It's fried and floats in oil. both concepts and interpretations in the matter “Progress” that indicates age and job positions It is another symbol of blessing, like auspicious desserts, it wouldn't be wrong. will make you live longer progress as appears in birthday parties where lotus cakes (Chu Chun) are a part of such auspicious events.