Abstract
The thesis entitled “An Analytical Study of the Superstition Belief in the Buddhist Society in the Present Cambodia” consists of 3 objectives as 1) to study the origin and development of the superstition belief, 2) to explore the context and the way of life of Buddhist society in the Cambodia and 3) to analyze the superstition belief in the Buddhist society in the present Cambodia. From the study, it can be found that:
Superstition is available all over the world. We can say that humans have lived anywhere superstition exists therein. It is generally accepted that superstition is due to the fear caused by natural disasters. There are two main types of superstition: white magic and black magic. The former is for making goodness while the latter is for creating evil. Some of superstitions cannot be conclusively determined as a white or black; it may be either black and white based on the intent of the user. Therefore, the superstition can be mentioned as grey magic.
In the society of the Cambodia, persons beholding Buddhism often have superstitious beliefs simultaneously. In principle, Buddhism and superstition are different. The reasons for merging the superstition in Cambodia with Buddhism may come from a Buddhist monk who performs the superstition ceremony. As viewed in terms of social, Buddhism and superstition can go on the same way. That is why; the elder Buddhist masters deferred to the monks took part with superstition. Besides, taking superstition preceded Buddhism is for those who believe in superstition to come closer to Buddhism increasingly. This can make it easier to insert the principles Buddhism later.
The relationship of beliefs on superstition and Buddhism of Tahong Community can be seen that the general opinions of the both are in the same manner; bringing symbols of faith to be the nature of Holy things, and giving practical meaning and purpose in bringing the benefits in their daily lives. Such beliefs can be taken as a guide to conduct morale in living and as a significant tradition of Tahong Community. It is very difficult to separate the Buddhism tradition from superstition. Last, it can be said that in the above community Buddhism and superstition are compatible as well and complementary closely with Buddhism as a core for the both beliefs.
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