There was some criticism regarding the appropriateness of the holy watering ceremony.
of a temple, Wang Noi District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
After a clip was published on "TikTok" of many young women wearing sarongs.
bare shoulders
The ceremonial monk puts the amulet on his head closely.
Until there is concern about the suitability
And this temple began to receive attention from social people.
Until there are people pouring holy water at the temple during the holidays
“The news team penetrates the issue.
Thai Rath Online” Check out the video clip.
Found a holy watering ceremony
There were crowds of believers to perform the rituals.
Many people believe in warding off evil to become good.
or go to enhance the auspicious
in which the holy watering ceremony
Some women wore sarongs.
There is no cloth covering the shoulder area.
And during the ceremony, a monk brought a lance-like amulet to touch the bare shoulders on both sides.
Before using the lancet, place it on your head.
ready to pour the holy water in the bucket onto the body
until the wet sarong clings to the girl's skin
There is also a requiem ritual as a death requiem.
by using a white cloth to cover the body of those who come to perform the ceremony according to their beliefs
and many other belief rituals shared online
“The news team penetrates the issue.
Thai Rath Online” made a phone call to inquire about the said temple staff about the holy watering ceremony.
confirmed that
There was a real ceremony
Those interested must come to the abbot's cubicle.
There are ceremonies every day.
from morning to evening
without demanding money from the ceremony
The dress used in the ceremony
Visitors must bring their own clothes as appropriate.
which during Saturday-Sunday
More than 100 people attended the ceremony.
"Booncherd Kittitharangkun" Director of the Office of Buddhism
Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, said that he had initially seen pictures and video clips of the ceremony.
and concerned about suitability
because it is a ceremony where the monks are close to Sika
beyond reasonable
At the same time, those who come to perform the ceremony wear holy water.
considered inappropriate
cause concern that it will affect the image of the monks
which is normal according to Buddhism
The monks sprinkle holy water
to be auspicious
But taking a holy bath is a ritual that has come later, tomorrow (24 Nov. '22), the Office of Buddhism.
will go to the area to inspect the said temple
prevent inappropriate behavior
that may cause damage
At the same time, the person who performs the ritual will be urged to continue to dress appropriately.
In this regard, the progress after the Office of Buddhism examined
The news team will continue to report.
to the appropriate solution.