: Many healers use a specialized vocabulary for herbs and rituals passed down through oral traditions. This "insider" Khmer ensures that the potent secrets of their lineage remain protected. Spiritual Negotiation
In Cambodian culture, the primary traditional healer is the (or Krou Khmer ), meaning "Khmer teacher". These practitioners are seen as custodians of ancient wisdom, often specializing in specific fields:
: In cases of spirit possession, the healer "speaks" directly to the (ancestral spirits) or