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His Majesty the King shares religious devotion
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 28/07/2021
» His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has played a pivotal role in the protection and promotion of Buddhism. He is not only a chief patron, but also a dedicated learner with a deep abiding faith.
Scholars urge Buddhism body to defrock ex-abbot
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 07/03/2017
» Buddhist scholars are calling on the National Office of Buddhism (NOB) to initiate a process to have Phra Dhammajayo defrocked after the fugitive monk was stripped of his monastic title.
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.
Prayudh Payutto calls for virtue
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 23/01/2017
» Somdet Phra Buddhakosajarn, or Prayudh Payutto, received an enthusiastic welcome during his visit to his home province of Suphan Buri on Jan 12 -- his first visit in 11 years.
NRC urges Dhammachayo defrocking
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 19/02/2015
» The National Reform Council’s (NRC) committee on religious affairs has called for Phra Dhammachayo, abbot of Wat Phra Dhammakaya, to be defrocked.
Protecting monks from themselves
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 01/12/2014
» Scandal after scandal has come to light involving rich temples and the misconduct of monks, spurring the military government into action by initiating a law that seeks to bring order to the clergy.