Cham manuscript bound by threads, no covers, written in Chinese ink on double "Đại" paper, Akhar Thrah script. A couple of pages (pages 55 - 56) are nearly detached. The manuscript has many old, curved pages with earmarks. The manuscript has 2 diagrams of fortune, 2 pictures of amulets protecting women from ghosts. The topics of the manuscript are calendars, astrology, religion, rituals, ceremonies. Contents: food taboos, Kajang Rija Praong instruction, study of underground dragon currents, rituals of barriers between sacred and profane, ritual beliefs and practices concerning termite mounds, Cham Bini calendar, prognostication of auspicious/inauspicious days on which to bestow gifts, loan goods, perform social service, construct buildings, plant and sow.
This manuscript was inherited by the father of Mr. Tanh, named Sam Toi, from his grandmother. In 1975, Mr. Toi passed away, and Mr. Tanh subsequently inherited the manuscript. Author is unknown.
Extent and Medium of originals: "Đại" paper, folded in two. 56 pages.
Volume no.: 4.
