This manuscript is the 18th of 23 volumes titled “San Tae, Sio Ciya.” It is a folk tale that tells the story of Eyang Pe Hang and Pe Jiheng going to meet their teacher, departing as a group of three with Sang He Yang Jing. Jiheng is to be appointed as a royal scribe by the king because he is a young man who is intelligent and highly educated.
Colophon:
12 – 5 – 2488
9 – 6 – 1938
Niyak sambungna
Other notes:
- The writing is dominated by the Lontarak Makassarese script, with some characters modified by Liem Kheng Yong, and features a combination with Hanzi.
- Initially, this manuscript was rented out to the Peranakan Chinese community.
- It is adapted from a Chinese folk legend.
- There is a red stamp of the author that reads: “LIEM KHENG YONG-MAKASSAR.”
- The cover is made from newspaper.