Ha, it's a form of the ancient Khmer boxing! This kind of Khmer fighting game is one of Khmer cultural heritage from times immemorial, even before Angkor era, as it was shown by reliefs on the walls of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap province, Kingdom of Cambodia. It is also a combat sport that through centuries has been performed at big national events such as the annual New Year, PhchumBend, etc.
My late granddad, master of 8-Main Khmer martial arts had said it was part of Lbokaktao and Khmer ancient Martial Arts.
It has also been practiced in Thailand, Laos and Southern Vietnam which used to be parts of the Great Khmer Empire that covered most parts of the present South East Asia peninsula.
My late granddad, master of 8-Main Khmer martial arts had said it was part of Lbokaktao and Khmer ancient Martial Arts.
It has also been practiced in Thailand, Laos and Southern Vietnam which used to be parts of the Great Khmer Empire that covered most parts of the present South East Asia peninsula.
Sawatdee Kop friends!!
Sao Puthpong's Comments:
A FORM OF KHMER ANCIENT MARTIAL ARTS OR KHMER [CAMBODIAN] BOXING
Ha, the ancient Khmer boxing! This kind of Khmer fighting game is one of Khmer cultural heritage from times immemorial, even before Angkor era, as it was shown by reliefs on the walls of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap province, Kingdom of Cambodia. It is also a combat sport that through centuries has been performed at big national events such as the annual New Year, PhchumBend, etc.
My late granddad, master of 8-Main Khmer martial arts had said it was part of Lbokaktao and Khmer ancient Martial Arts.
It has also been practiced in Thailand, Laos and Southern Vietnam which used to be parts of the Great Khmer Empire that covered most parts of the present South East Asia peninsula.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 1:51 PM
You are very knowledgeable indeed!
This is Muay Thai however, although very close to Khmer boxing!
And yes, back when Funan was the name of the empire they had martial arts very similar to this, but more battle oriented.
The ancient tribes that perfected some of the moves still live there today!
Puthpong Sao 29 May 2013 2:13 PM (edited)
+Aaron Veverka Thank you indeed. I don't mean to challenge you on the matter. Whether it's Muay Thai or a true form of Khmer Boxing, only the in-depth research and study of history of The Great Khmer Empire will shine the Truth for you and those who love the truth.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:09 PM
Lol! I've studied it! And yes, the kingdom dates back to ancient Egyptian times; and they were just as rich!
It's a beautiful history! I love reading of Angkor Wat and the ancient people!
They even traded with people in the west!
It really was one of the mightiest nations!
Puthpong Sao 29 May, 2013 2:38 PM (edited)
+Aaron Veverka sorry if my comments are disturbing. Do you know? Years ago while reading a comment letter (in Phnom Penh Post) of an international Khmer attorney Touch Bora, living in Australia, about one of his Thai friend's family, I felt moved to silent tears. His Thai friend is a Khmer native who took him to see his family in Thailand. And his pal's mother related to him of their Khmer origin and millions of Khmer people of Thai citizenship live there generations and centuries and dare not tell their young of their Khmer ancestry and speak Khmer only among old people of their household within their home. How do you feel, then, Dear Aaron? Reading Benefits You: http://www.r-b-u.blogspot.com
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Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:41 PM (edited)
I have had friends here in the U.S.that survived the Khmer Rouge.
One of them had most of his family killed, however found his uncle over here.
The other was thrown into a fire, because they thought she was dead, so they threw her in with the other dead bodies.
She waited till they left and crawled to safety.
Although she still bares the scars.
So I know what you're talking about good sir.
It was a bad time, and I hope it gets better for all the Khmer people!
Like I said, you are very knowledgeable indeed!
It is very nice to talk to you!
Aaron Veverka 29 May, 2013 2:47 PM
I have great respect for the Khmer, so I hope you know I very much hold you and your people in great respect.
I believe they are among some of the oldest cultures, and I do love to study your history.
Puthpong Sao 29 May, 2013 2:48 PM+1
+Aaron Veverka my heartfelt thank for your friendship.
My poetic wish:
All the best from God,
As you wish with His Nod.
His Blessings turn sad things happy,
He always Helps people who are busy,
Hewing their life for prosperity,
For themselves, for the word and for God.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:50 PM
Beautiful poem +Puthpong Sao !
Puthpong Sao 29 May 2013 6:15 PM
+Aaron Veverka in the times of Funan -- it's around 6th and 7th AD -- there hadn't yet been Siam which was just created in the 14th century on where were then the territories of Khmer Empire. Siam changed its name to the current one as Thailand in the first half of the 20th century, that is, 600 years later. You can consult American scholars' works on Khmer history like those of historian Dr. Michael Vickery.
Several times in recent past, some Thai officials allegedly tried to persuade Khmer [Cambodian] high-echelon officials to consider changing the name of the province of Siem Reap -- literally and originally meaning "the Siamese [aggressors were] subdued" -- to Siam Rastra, but they failed.
Ha, the ancient Khmer boxing! This kind of Khmer fighting game is one of Khmer cultural heritage from times immemorial, even before Angkor era, as it was shown by reliefs on the walls of Angkor Wat, Siem Reap province, Kingdom of Cambodia. It is also a combat sport that through centuries has been performed at big national events such as the annual New Year, PhchumBend, etc.
My late granddad, master of 8-Main Khmer martial arts had said it was part of Lbokaktao and Khmer ancient Martial Arts.
It has also been practiced in Thailand, Laos and Southern Vietnam which used to be parts of the Great Khmer Empire that covered most parts of the present South East Asia peninsula.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 1:51 PM
You are very knowledgeable indeed!
This is Muay Thai however, although very close to Khmer boxing!
And yes, back when Funan was the name of the empire they had martial arts very similar to this, but more battle oriented.
The ancient tribes that perfected some of the moves still live there today!
Puthpong Sao 29 May 2013 2:13 PM (edited)
+Aaron Veverka Thank you indeed. I don't mean to challenge you on the matter. Whether it's Muay Thai or a true form of Khmer Boxing, only the in-depth research and study of history of The Great Khmer Empire will shine the Truth for you and those who love the truth.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:09 PM
Lol! I've studied it! And yes, the kingdom dates back to ancient Egyptian times; and they were just as rich!
It's a beautiful history! I love reading of Angkor Wat and the ancient people!
They even traded with people in the west!
It really was one of the mightiest nations!
Puthpong Sao 29 May, 2013 2:38 PM (edited)
+Aaron Veverka sorry if my comments are disturbing. Do you know? Years ago while reading a comment letter (in Phnom Penh Post) of an international Khmer attorney Touch Bora, living in Australia, about one of his Thai friend's family, I felt moved to silent tears. His Thai friend is a Khmer native who took him to see his family in Thailand. And his pal's mother related to him of their Khmer origin and millions of Khmer people of Thai citizenship live there generations and centuries and dare not tell their young of their Khmer ancestry and speak Khmer only among old people of their household within their home. How do you feel, then, Dear Aaron? Reading Benefits You: http://www.r-b-u.blogspot.com
Show less
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:41 PM (edited)
I have had friends here in the U.S.that survived the Khmer Rouge.
One of them had most of his family killed, however found his uncle over here.
The other was thrown into a fire, because they thought she was dead, so they threw her in with the other dead bodies.
She waited till they left and crawled to safety.
Although she still bares the scars.
So I know what you're talking about good sir.
It was a bad time, and I hope it gets better for all the Khmer people!
Like I said, you are very knowledgeable indeed!
It is very nice to talk to you!
Aaron Veverka 29 May, 2013 2:47 PM
I have great respect for the Khmer, so I hope you know I very much hold you and your people in great respect.
I believe they are among some of the oldest cultures, and I do love to study your history.
Puthpong Sao 29 May, 2013 2:48 PM+1
+Aaron Veverka my heartfelt thank for your friendship.
My poetic wish:
All the best from God,
As you wish with His Nod.
His Blessings turn sad things happy,
He always Helps people who are busy,
Hewing their life for prosperity,
For themselves, for the word and for God.
Aaron Veverka 29 May 2013 2:50 PM
Beautiful poem +Puthpong Sao !
Puthpong Sao 29 May 2013 6:15 PM
+Aaron Veverka in the times of Funan -- it's around 6th and 7th AD -- there hadn't yet been Siam which was just created in the 14th century on where were then the territories of Khmer Empire. Siam changed its name to the current one as Thailand in the first half of the 20th century, that is, 600 years later. You can consult American scholars' works on Khmer history like those of historian Dr. Michael Vickery.
Several times in recent past, some Thai officials allegedly tried to persuade Khmer [Cambodian] high-echelon officials to consider changing the name of the province of Siem Reap -- literally and originally meaning "the Siamese [aggressors were] subdued" -- to Siam Rastra, but they failed.
Sawatdee Kop friends!!
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