Origin of the Name Patani in Hikayat Patani Folktale

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What does folklore suggest is the meaning of the name 'Patani'?

Mister Tani

This beach (correct)

Goat beach

Father Tani

Who did the ruler encounter in the story and replied 'Encik Tani' when asked his name?

A white mouse-deer

One of his men

A king from the interior

A fisherman (correct)

What is the alternative suggestion for the naming of the town Patani?

Sri Wangsa

Phaya Tunakpa

Pak Tani (correct)

Pata ni

What did the ruler see that led to the naming of the town Patani according to folklore?

A beautiful white mouse-deer Signup and view all the answers

When was Patani suggested to have been founded?

Between 1350 and 1450 Signup and view all the answers

Why did the ruler order a town to be built in the story?

To mark the spot where a beautiful animal vanished Signup and view all the answers

When did Patani become more important after the capture of Malacca by the Portuguese?

1511 Signup and view all the answers

Who founded Patani by conquering Kota Mahligai?

Chau Sri Wangsa Signup and view all the answers

Who reportedly healed the king of a rare skin disease, leading to the king's conversion to Islam in Patani?

Sheikh Sa'id Signup and view all the answers

Who succeeded Sultan Ismail Shah in Patani after his death?

Manzur Shah Signup and view all the answers

When did King Maha Chakkraphat surrender to King Bayinnaung?

1564 Signup and view all the answers

Who ruled Patani for nine years after Sultan Mudhaffar Shah's death?