水是万物的源头，是一切生物生存的物质基础。它与人们的生产生活息息相关。水也是人类文明的发端，古代四大文明古国的形成和发展都跟河流有直接的关系。世界上几乎每个民族都有关于水的神话故事和传说，泰国也不例外。他们对水有特殊的理解和感情，在他们的传统节日中都能体现出来。在所有节日中，以水灯节最能体现泰国的民族特色和民族精神。水灯节是泰国的水崇拜文化的代表之一。蕴含了丰富的文化内涵和宗教色彩。水作为他们寄托和传达感情的重要媒介，有着特殊的意义。本文以泰国水灯节为例，介绍了水灯节的起源和水灯节的主要活动，进而从中探讨泰国的水崇拜文化以及水崇拜文化发展的现实意义。

Water is the source of all things and the material foundation for the survival of all living beings. It is closely related to people's production and life. Water is also the origin of human civilization, and the formation and development of the four ancient civilizations and countries are directly related to rivers. Almost every ethnic group in the world has myths and legends about water, and Thailand is no exception. They have a special understanding and affection for water, which can be reflected in their traditional festivals. Among all festivals, the Water Lantern Festival best reflects Thailand's national characteristics and spirit. The Water Lantern Festival is one of the representatives of Thailand's water worship culture. It contains rich cultural connotations and religious colors. Water, as an important medium for them to express and convey emotions, has a special significance. This article takes the Water Lantern Festival in Thailand as an example to introduce the origin and main activities of the festival, and then explores the water worship culture in Thailand and the practical significance of its development.