Lanna Buddhist literature

Abstract

Buddhism has flourished alongside the Lanna Kingdom throughout its history. Whenever kings or ruling classes supported and nurtured Buddhism, it experienced significant growth. The recording of Buddhist history and the explanation of its teachings were results of the dedicated promotion of Buddhist education, particularly during Lannaís golden age, which led to the creation of numerous Pali scriptures. The literary heritage of Lanna represents a body of knowledge with historical and cultural significance for the region. It encompasses a variety of genres and reflects the beliefs, traditions, and way of life of the Lanna people. The Lanna literary heritage plays a crucial role in preserving and transmitting the culture, history, and social fabric of Lanna society.