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Tracing history
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 29/09/2022
» The sky over Pathum Thani was gloomy and the water level was rising when we arrived at the new Riverdale Marina to board a smart electric ferry for a delightful eco-friendly voyage as part of the "Legacy Of River" initiative.
In the footsteps of the Buddha
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 08/09/2022
» Once the epicentre of Theravada Buddhism, the ancient region of what is now Sri Lanka had extended its border to Siam through the Buddhist faith. Its spiritual journey marked its beginning during the Dvaravati era (6th–11th centuries) and culminated with the adoption of Buddhism in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Sukhothai, Ayutthaya and Lanna.
So close yet worlds apart
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 12/05/2022
» The gentle winds cooled the summer heat as I sat on the bank of the Nakhon Chai Si River, taking in a beautiful view of the waterside hamlet and lush landscapes of the small town of Sam Phran in Nakhon Pathom province. It's only a 90-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bangkok in order to breathe in some fresh air on the weekend.
The beating heart of the city
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 05/05/2022
» With a labyrinth of old shophouses, secondhand auto part businesses and religious sanctuaries, the waterside Talat Noi community has managed to maintain its distinct lifestyle and fascinating multicultural heritage despite the changing times.
NLA votes to pass Sangha Act
News, Published on 06/07/2018
» The National Legislative Assembly (NLA) voted in three straight readings to approve the amendment to the Sangha Act that gives His Majesty the King the power to appoint members of the Supreme Sangha Council (SSC), the governing body of the Buddhist order.
Political fallout from the Dhammakaya case
News, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 17/03/2017
» To the average bystander, the recent brouhaha over the Dhammakaya temple raises many questions with few answers and just about no clarity.
90-year-old new Supreme Patriarch is much-loved figure
Jon Fernquest, Published on 14/02/2017
» On Sunday, His Majesty the King presided over the investiture of the new Supreme Patriarch of Thailand on Sunday who has served as a model for living the life of a monk.
Bells peal for new Buddhist leader
News, Post Reporters, Published on 13/02/2017
» Across the country and abroad, monks at Buddhist temples chanted prayers and rang bells yesterday evening as a congratulatory gesture welcoming the new supreme patriarch who was proclaimed at the investiture ceremony at Wat Phra Si Rattana Satsadaram or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.
New top monk has 'proven credentials'
Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 13/02/2017
» The appointment of Somdet Phra Maha Muniwong as the new Supreme Patriarch by His Majesty the King has left no room for doubt about his credentials for the top monastic post, according to people close to him.
PM calls for end to top monk row
News, Published on 08/02/2017
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has called on Buddhists to end the dispute over the appointment of the new supreme patriarch now that His Majesty the King has selected the 20th Supreme Patriarch of Thailand.