Money Mandalas in Myanmar
The Kathein Festival, in Myanmar, is a month-long celebration that begins after Vassa, the three month rainy season retreat for Theravada Buddhist monks, on the full moon of the 11th month on...
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Coins of Thailand, Pt. 3, the One Baht Coin
As we mentioned in our last post about Thai coins, they come in many different colors, sizes and designs. On the obverse side of every coin is an image of King Bhumibol...
St. George’s Church, Penang, Malaysia
Happy St. George’s Day! Yes, April 23rd is the traditional day that St. George the great slayer of dragons, is remembered. It is “traditionally” accepted that he died on this date in 303...
Monk Bestowing a Blessing with Coins, Flowers and Grain, at a Concrete Buddha Casting Ceremony, Kanchanaburi
Ceremonies for Buddha image castings are lively events, complete with chanting, music, and food. Everyone from the village helps by forming a line to pass the full buckets of concrete to the...
Coins of Thailand, Pt. 2, the Five Baht Coin
As we mentioned in our last post about Thai coins, they come in many different colors, sizes and designs. On the obverse side of every coin is an image of King Bhumibol...