Minister Anucha Nakasai has taken part in the traditional Tak Bat Devo almsgiving ceremony in Phichit, encouraging the general public to help preserve and pass on local traditions.
Prime Minister office’s minister Anucha presided over the opening of the traditional Tak Bat Devo ceremony at Wat Phra Phutthabat Khao Sai in Phichit. The event is considered one of the most important events observed in the province.
The Tak Bat Devo ceremony is a special almsgiving ceremony observed at the end of Buddhist Lent in Thailand.
Around 400 Buddhist monks from nearby districts were invited to receive alms at this ceremony, walking down from the mountain where a replica of Lord Buddha’s footprint is situated.
This scene reenacts Buddhist mythology where Lord Buddha is said to have visited his mother in heaven and descended upon the earth at the end of Buddhist Lent.
Mr. Anucha said he is honored to be witnessing the cooperation between villagers, schools, temples, local government agencies, and private firms to help preserve this traditional and religious heritage.
He encouraged the general public to help preserve this beautiful celebration and pass it on to the younger generation.
Tak Bat Devo events this year in several parts of the country received much attention from local people, following the relaxation of COVID-19 control measures. The National Office of Buddhism still recommends everyone wear a mask inside event venues to reduce the chances of transmission. (NNT)
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