Sukhothai Literature

Sukhothai Literature refers to the classical writings produced during the Sukhothai Kingdom (13th-15th centuries) in Thailand, marking a golden age of Thai culture. It includes poetry, royal chronicles, and religious texts that reflect the era’s language, values, and artistic achievements. Notably, it helped establish Thai as a written language and played a key role in shaping Thailand’s literary and cultural identity. These works often blend Buddhism, history, and folklore, demonstrating sophisticated use of language and poetic forms that continue to influence Thai literature today.