Bo Yinghan – Representative Inheritor of Pattra-leaf Scriptures Project in Mengla County, Xishuangbanna
Bo Yinghan (波应罕) serves as the representative inheritor of Dai Pāla-leaf manuscript (贝叶经) production techniques in Mengla Town (勐腊镇), Mengla County (勐腊县), Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture (西双版纳傣族自治州).
The Artisan’s Journey
Mastering a Sacred Craft
Specializing in the complete production process of:
- Pāla-leaf preparation (boiling, drying, cutting)
- Traditional etching with stylus
- Natural ink formulation
- Sacred text transcription
Technical Expertise
From Leaf to Scripture
The meticulous 15-step process includes:
- Sustainable palm leaf harvesting
- Water purification treatments
- Precision surface polishing
- Buddhist text engraving
- Organic ink application
- Protective binding techniques
Cultural Preservation
Living Buddhist Heritage
Bo Yinghan’s contributions:
Maintains authentic Theravada transcription methods
Preserves 8 endangered script styles
Trained 12 apprentices in:
- Paleographic interpretation
- Ritual production protocols
- Conservation methodologies
Contemporary Significance
Bridging Past and Present
Recent initiatives:
Digital archiving projects
Intermonastic exchange programs
“Scripture Craft” workshops for:
- Buddhist seminaries
- Cultural preservation institutes
This UNESCO-recognized intangible heritage continues to thrive under Bo Yinghan’s stewardship, safeguarding the living memory of Dai Buddhist civilization.
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