This is the famous love story of Sisudhon and Manora. A long time ago, there was an extremely richt kingdom named Pancaranagara, in which lived a handsome young man named Prince Sudhon or Sisudhon. He was the only child of King Adhittayavong and Queen Chandhadhevi. The young prince was remarkable, handsome, intelligent, and kind. One day, Hunter Bun, a famous hunter in the kingdom discovered the secret bathing pool that was used by seven Kinnari (beautiful half-women and half-swans) who were the daughters of King Tumerat. One of the seven Kinnari was named Manora. The hunter caught Manora with a snare and took her to Prince Sisudhon. When they met each other they immediately fell in love.
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Folio 20 on the recto and verso sides: More or less, please take consideration. May I share much merit with you. My handwriting is not beautiful and smooth. Bhikkhu Phanthathammo from Vat That Luang is the scribe.
In Buddhiat Era (BE) 2489, a moeng khai year, on the sixth waning day of the ninth [lunar] month, the seventh day of the week (Saturday), the writing [of this manuscript] was finished at the time of the morning drum (between 7.30–9.00 o’clock). Bhikkhu Bupphapanyo [from] Vat That Nòi (Vat Maha That) had the religious faith to sponsor the making of this manuscript [entitled] Ninyay Sisuthon (Preaching the story of Sisuthon) to support the Teachings of Gotama Buddha to last until the end of 5000 years. May all my desires and wishes come true. Nibbānaṃ paranaṃ sukhaṃ niccaṃ (Nirvāna is the greatest bliss, continuously).