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THAI CULTURE • Worshipping the trees • Buddhism and
Hinduism are engrained in the
culture.
• Street venders • Culture oriented around people and high respect • Differences between the US and Thailand regarding Social Programs (welfare, assisted living, etc.)
Developing a good understanding of all aspects of Thai culture was very important. • Food • Lifestyle • How they treat others (Starbucks) • What is valued • Luck • Fortune • Forgiveness • Family structure
FORTUNE AND LUCK
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 1 Corinthians 6: 19-21
FAMILY ROLES
T H E R E D L I G H T
D I S T R I C T
Tia and her story…
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