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When a Monk Falls: Parajika (defeat), Public Trust, and the Limits of Faith

by Kooi F. Lim, Op-Ed, The Buddhist Channel, 12 Sept 2026

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -- The arrest of a senior abbot in Ayutthaya on allegations of embezzling 92 million baht (USD 2.78 mil) and engaging in sexual misconduct has reignited an uncomfortable but necessary conversation within the Buddhist community. The case, which also involves video evidence of sexual relations with a woman, raises a question that many devotees would rather avoid: What actually happens when a monk commits a parajika offense?

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Thai Abbot Arrested Over Alleged 92-Million-Baht Embezzlement and Monastic Misconduct

Dharma News Desk, The Buddhist Channel, 12 Sept 2026

AYUTTHAYA, Thailand -- Police in Thailand’s ancient capital have arrested a senior Buddhist abbot on charges of embezzling more than 92 million baht (approximately USD 2.78 mil) from his temple and laundering the funds through a close female associate, in a case that has shocked the faithful and raised fresh questions about accountability within the monastic community.

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Thailand's Southern Gem Makes UNESCO History

Dharma News Desk, The Buddhist Channel, 27 July 2026

Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand -- The gong rang out across the monastery grounds on Saturday. Monks chanted blessings. Officials stood by, watching. In Nakhon Si Thammarat province, a ceremony marked what many had waited years to hear: Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan had made it onto the UNESCO World Heritage List.

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A Heavy Kamma, A Light Sentence: Reflections on the Crash in Mukdahan

by Kooi F. Lim, Op-Ed, The Buddhist Channel, 7 July 2026

Bangkok, Thailand -- The accident in Mukdahan province, Thailand, where ten monks lost their lives, is a tragic event. Our immediate response is one of deep condolence for the victims and their Sangha families, and deep admiration for the nurse, Wiwat Laonoi, who courageously transcended social convention to offer lifesaving care, embodying the very essence of karuna (compassion).

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The Forest Monks Who Came to Thailand a Millennium Earlier

Dharma News Desk, The Buddhist Channel, 17 June 2026

New evidence from the Mekong basin rewrites Buddhist history in Thailand

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Thailand Embarks on Nationwide Inquiry into the Sangha
The Thai Monk Scandal and the Path Forward
Former Buddhist Monk Finally Surrenders After Seven Years on the Run
Historic declaration elevates Dhamma principles
Buddha’s Sacred Relic from China Welcomed in Bangkok with Grand Ceremony
Mindfulness and Bhikkhunis in Thai Buddhism
UN International Day of Vesak celebrated in Thailand
Thailand launches state of the art digital centre to promote Buddhism
Thailand: Millions throng to pay homage to Holy Relics of Buddha and two of His Chief Disciples
After 30 yrs, Buddha relics to travel to Thailand
AI-Generated Images of Naughty Monks Not Real Problem of Thai Buddhism
Passing of the Oldest Monk at Wat Rai Khing Mourned by Nakhon Pathom Community
Buddhist Caregivers to Gather for 3-Day Chaplaincy Workshop
Reasons for Temporary Monkhood in Thailand
Thai Buddhism Needs Urgent Reforms
Temple Fund Investigations Being Considered by Thai Police
Suan Mokhh Bangkok: Tranquil Space in the Midst of City Frenzy
Grassroots Buddhism Flourishes in the Outskirts of Bangkok
Obesity among Thai Buddhist monks is a cause for concern
Candles and chanting as cave boys' ordination begins
Visakha Bucha Buddhist holiday brings alcohol ban to Phuket
Thai Buddhist monks' health suffering from sugary drinks
Buddhism as National Religion Would Fuel Extremism: Scholar, Author
Clergy's monopoly over Buddhist teachings is over
Ex-Buddhist chief among 9 charged with graft
Chiang Mai temple seeks donation to help girls
Thailand reinstates chief of national Buddhism office
Thailand monks: Wirapol Sukphol case highlights country's Buddhism crisis
Thailand to check monks' bad habits with 'smart ID cards'
Full disclosure on the menu for temples
Tripitaka Buddhist book launch
Thai Junta Lifts Control on Influential Buddhist Temple
Thai authorities seek to defrock scandal-hit Buddhist abbot
Thai king strips fugitive Buddhist monk of his rank as followers continue to defy military government
Making Thai Buddhism relevant again
Buddhist signs point wrong way
The politics of Thailand's Buddhist Supreme Patriarch
Buddhist office urges ex-abbot to surrender
Female monks barred from paying respects
Where Buddhism’s Eight-Fold Path Can Be Followed With a Six-Figure Salary
Buddhists welcome promotion of Phra Payutto Outsider is highly regarded for his contribution to Buddhism
Thai police: Influential Buddhist abbot must surrender
Bhumibol Adulyadej and Buddhist Kingship in Thailand
Thailand's King Bhumibol takes final journey past grieving subjects
Buddhist monks lead commemoration of 1976 Thai massacre
Thailand: Abbot kicks monk out of Buddhist order for being too small
Dhammkaya temple followers wanted
Thailand refuses to submit nomination of Somdet Chuang as Supreme Patriarch
Thai PM warns monks they face arrest if staging a protest
Thai firms to construct five high-end hotels for Buddhist circuit
The sad state of Thai Buddhism
Buddhist temple linked to tiger trafficking denies its leader was involved
40 dead tiger cubs found in freezer of Thailand Tiger Temple amid fears of suspected trafficking
Dhammakaya followers send warning signal
Thai and Myanmar people perform Vesak activity in Tak
Bangkok Vesak Conference held with theme "The Buddhist Path to World Peace"
Thailand observes Vesak Day
Thailand issues arrest warrant for Buddhist abbot in graft investigation
Tensions flare between powerful Thai Buddhist sect and police
Parents of slain Buddhist monk want case to be reopened; DSI defends original inquiry
Thai temple reportedly gives award to radical anti-Muslim Burmese monk
Female monks blame sexism for burning down of temple dormitory in Rayong, Thailand
Thailand: Grim future for bhikkhuni under new constitution draft
Men-at-alms
World Fellowship of Buddhist Youth President purged as Dhammakaya fallout takes hold
Top Thai Buddhist monk investigated over vintage Mercedes-Benz
Thailand’s monks are put on diet and fitness regime amid ‘obesity time bomb’
Dhammakaya saga threatens to deepen feud in Thai Buddhism
In Phuket, Thailand, a Buddhist temple can be more relaxing than the beach
Global Buddhist monks call for tackling climate change
Tense times for Thai junta, Buddhist clergy
Most want Supreme Patriarch appointment deferred
Thailand: Debate ordered for Buddhism row
Thailand: Ex-official of Religion leads legal charge against Buddhist bodies
Monks gather to demand Supreme Patriarch endorsement
Soldiers Tussle With Buddhist Monks Heading to Thai Rally
Thailand: Monks' top council protects Dhammachayo
Khon Kaen abbot caught with forbidden fruit
Temple puts up “No Ritual” performance notice amid child angel fever
No signs of foul play Wat Sa Ket ex-abbot's death
Former Wat Sa Ket abbot found hanged
Damaging the good name of Buddhism
Big Buddhist park project upsets southern Thai Muslims
Superstition has no place in Buddhism
Thailand: Department of Special Investigation (DSI) told to speed up probe into supreme patriarch nominee's car
Conflict bars supreme patriarch appointment
Supreme Patriarch row won't help clergy
Thai crown prince and sister collect remains of supreme patriarch
Thailand bids farewell to Supreme Patriarch
Bangladesh embassy in Thailand highlights Buddhist heritage of both countries
World’s tallest Buddha ice sculpture planned in Hua Hin
Nip unholy hate speech in the bud
Myanmar Buddhist radicalism fuels Thai push for state religion
Push to make Buddhism state religion
Buddhist novice film ban 12 Oct 2015
United Nations Day of Vesak (UNDV) for 2016 scaled down
‘Rebel’ female Buddhist monks challenge Thailand’s religious status quo
Monks promote Buddhist cultural exchange in Thailand
Buddhist symposium in Chiangmai
Phuket two-day booze ban for Buddhist holidays to include hotels
From Thailand, in search of Buddhist link
Safety measures for Buddhist monks in Thai Muslim south
Shun hateful Buddhists
Buddhist Monk in Thailand Relies on Karma for Lending Success
Buddhists find voice to the United Nations via UNDV
Tiger ‘unintentionally’ mauled abbot at controversial Thai temple: Doctor
Hardliner tries to reform Thailand’s Buddhist monks behaving badly
Thailand celebrates Songkran with a splash
Charter must include Buddhist ideas of governance
Buddhist abbots expelled from monkhood after drinking binge
Time Thai Buddhism opened up to women
Thai Buddhist governing body under fire for clearing monk in graft scandal
Animal trances and tattoos at Thai Buddhist festival
Activist monk seeks Buddhism overhaul in Thailand over corruption fears
Buddhist monk ordains trees to help the environment
Thai authorities hunt for 'Chinese tourist' filmed kicking sacred prayer bell at 14th century Buddhist temple... and threaten to give him etiquette classes
Thailand: NRC urges Dhammachayo defrocking
Famed ‘Tiger Temple’ doesn’t abuse tigers, say wildlife officials
Iconic Anime Character Painted on Buddhist Temple
Buddhist pilgrimage with a difference
Yala ISOC arranges ‘Buddhist-Muslim Families Tighten
Ivory Urn for Top Thai Buddhist's Remains Sparks Debate
Buddhist Thais and Malaysian in Betong give alms on Asanha Bucha day
Monks' bad behaviour hotline launched by Thai Buddhist authorities
Buddhist monks charged with child abuse in Thailand
Buddhists from 80 countries join ‘World Vesak Day’ at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University Ayutthaya
'White Temple' devastated by quake
Chachoengsao holds Buddhist sermon
Yantra still exiled from monkhood
Ex-monk's reflection of Thais and Buddhism
WFB General Congress to be held in Shaanxi, China
Thailand’s Bad Boy Monk Buddha Issara Keeps Getting Worse
Welcome to Buddhist Hell
Famous Ex Monk Santikaro Delivers a Buddhist Interpretation of Addiction Treatment Methods to The Cabin Rehab Centre
22 Buddhist pilgrims die in bus plunge in Lampang, Thailand
Thai Buddhism's Supreme Patriarch dies at 100
The great men of Buddhism
"NO'ing" Buddha: Criminalising anti-Buddhist acts is not very Buddhist
Buddhist group fails to win full backing
Vatican sends condolences on death of senior Buddhist abbot
Keep Buddhism out of same-sex marriage debate, activist advises
Thai monks disrobed for drug use
Private jet-flying Buddhist monk 'a fake'
Monks' luxurious lifestyle under fire
Thai society faces a moral crisis
Ban Sukhawadee helps raise funds for massive Issan Buddhist center
Buddhism won't be harmed by ex-drag queen
Crushing royal critics feels so un-Buddhist
Thai Buddhist leaders pray for poached elephants, call for end to ivory use
Thailand's female monks (cautiously) lobby for legal recognition
The Crisis in Thai Buddhism
Monks Lose Relevance as Thailand Grows Richer
Obama gets taste of Thailand at Buddhist temple
Tour operators target india boom
Monk protest in Bangkok against Bangladesh unrest
In Thailand Today, Teen Monks Express the Spirit to a Rock
Thailand's Buddhist monks to get food lessons after study
Famous Abbot Takes Up Monastery Dispute
Thai society rediscovers the values of the Buddha to combat materialism and economic crisis
Buddhists march in Bangkok to speak out to the world to stop disrespecting Buddha
Thai Buddhists mark Buddha Jayanti, Vesak Day
Thailand’s Grand Vesak Celebrations on the Occasion of Buddhajayanti, 2,600 Years of Buddha’s Enlightenment
Thailand’s young Buddhist nuns challenge social conventions
Monks' city walk criticised, defended
Conference in Thailand to discuss "Buddhist Philosophy & Praxis"
Thailand celebrates 2,600th anniversary of Buddha’s Enlightenment
A thousand Thai Buddhist monks on a march to bless flood-hit provinces
Officials warn of ‘fake monks’ targeting Phuket tourists
Bringing things out in the open
Growing numbers join in prayers for the New Year
Lifting the veil of ignorance: Buddhism and justice
Buddhist university prepares for new start
Battle on to reclaim Bhuddhamonthon Buddhist Park
Thai Monks Struggle to Keep a Flooded Temple Open
Tzu Chi aids Thai flood victims
Thailand monks save ancient Buddhist texts from floodwaters
Troops outnumber monks at temples in Thai south
Isan monks helping their communities
Monks teach maleness to 'ladyboys'
Buddhists celebrate first day of Lent
Alcohol sale ban in Thailand from July 15-16
Thais To Say No To Alcohol For Three-month-buddhist Lent
Thailand To Tattoo Tourists: Think Before You Ink
Thailand: Compromise reached in tattoo storm
Female Buddhist monasticism conference
Crackdown ordered on religious tattoos in Phuket
Khao Lak observes start of Buddhist Lent
Thailand: Buddhism embroiled in a volatile mix
Visakha Bucha Day marked across Thailand
Security concerns in deep South after explosion kills two monks
Thailand, Cambodia join 'Dhamma Yatra' call for peace
Wayward Buddhist nun is forgiven
Thailand: Interest falls in nun enrolments
The monks and I: Teaching and learning in Thailand
Thailand: Bogus monks exploit Buddhism
Foreign monks rounded up
Phuket's Big Buddha to Gain Buddhism Museum
Pattani monks halt alms rounds
Monk shot dead in Thai south
Gender and religion: Where nuns fear to tread
Million mourners to pay respects to Luang Ta Maha Bua
Live Webcast of Luang Ta Maha Bua cremation
Ajahn Maha Boowa's funeral to 'draw thousands'
Luangta's ashes to be split into two portions
Russian Businessman Worships Thai Monk and Becomes Buddhist
Thais observe Macha Bucha Day
Thousands of Thai Buddhists remember monk Luang Ta Maha Bua
Buddhist monk aided Thai central bank
After attacks, monks in Narathiwat halt alms walks
Thai Buddhist council chides monks for BlackBerry chatting
Thailand Revisits Abortion Laws After Grim Discovery
New Year Merit making buddhist tradition in Thailand
Western-educated monks inject new blood into Thai Buddhism
Thailand foetus find breaks abortion taboo
Abortion reform is up against Buddhism in Thailand
The World's Oldest Buddhist Scriptures Displays in Thailand
Christians and Buddhists issue joint call for a just economy
Revered Phuket monk to turn 114
Thailand: Huge donations received by famous monk queried
Thailand: Marching 1,100 kilometres for peace between Buddhists and Muslims in the south
Asarnha Bucha Worship Unites Hundreds at Pattaya Temple
Thai temple offers Buddhist funerals for pets
Buddhist Temple in Chonburi Built with Finnish Stainless Steel
World Cup Gambling Arrests Prompt Buddhist Rule Change
Thailand: Back to normal, are we?
Thailand to investigate shootings inside Buddhist temple
Thai monks pray for peace
Can saffron be red in Thailand?
Thailand's orange-robed monks reveal shades of red
Buddhist Activism Tilting Thailand's Political Drama
Staying neutral is hard for monks
A labour of LOVE
Thai government concerned with monks' presence at Bangkok rallies
So defrock us then
Buddhist groups calls on govt to ban Nak Prok movie
The heart of Buddhism
World’s only stainless steel Buddhist chapel
Thailand temples offer retreat and spiritual enlightenment
Message of Dhamma to be spread via social networking
Buddhism in Thailand - Time for monks to let go
Thai Buddhism preaches respect for life, the government sentences to death
Buddhist residence launched in Thailand
Monks, Nuns Gather Donations for Burmese Refugees
Temple proves cleanliness is next to godliness
American-Thai enters monkhood
Pilgrims of Faith
Thai Catholics and Buddhists debate biological will and right to life
Thai Airways Donates Air-miles to Norwegian Buddhists
How Thailand made Buddhism its own
Wat Thamkrabok: The Temple Where You Go to Vomit
"Walking Buddha" at the centre of the universe
Thai Buddhist monks promote activities to attract the faithful to temples
Respected Thai monk tells media to be neutral
Poignant ceremony in Pattaya offers support to monks in restive South Thailand
Thailand: Alcohol-free days sought
Two Buddhist Monks Attacked In S. Thailand, One Dead
Buddha's teachings are more important than ever
Thailand celebrates Vesak, seeks responses to political and financial crises
Overcoming temple dread
'Etiquette guide' for Thai monks
Inspired by faith
An oasis of calm and unique Viharn
How old is Buddhism in Thailand?
Dying to live again the Buddhist way
Buddhist temple built out of one million beer bottles
Thailand urged to ban sales of alcohol on Songkran Day
Beckhams in hot water with monks
Beginning the day with a sermon has merit: street wise
Sanam Luang crowded with Buddhists
Seven killed, about 100 hurt in Thai temple grenade attack
Thai PM visits Buddhist temple in Pattani
Water and oil don't mix, neither do politics and religion
Tigers at Thai Temple Drugged Up or Loved Up?
Thailand plans Buddhist rites at reclaimed Government House
Is one of Thailand’s triple gem losing their gleam?
Monastery built for her brother
The eye of the tiger
Protesters protest planned listing of Beer Chang
Buddhist temple builds refuge from refuse
The whys and wheres of wats
In latest Thai fad, a taste of death brings hope for better life
Learning to live
Death and rebirth for paying customers of Thai temple
Thai monks give Irish addicts €2-a-day detox
Good for the spirit
The mindfulness cure (for Thailand's political division)
Lessons drawn from life
Prominent Buddhist-approach schools in Thailand
Thai seminars explore religious perspectives on the death penalty
Awesome Ayutthaya
Preserving the past
Big Buddha cost to top 100 million baht (US$ 3.3 mil)
Thailand: Merit-makers turn out in force
Thailand: Off the booze for Buddhist Lent
Rogue monk defrocks self
Wat a controversy!
Ayutthaya: Glimpses of past glory
Novices pass uni exams, but still need help
UN declares Thailand as "world centre of Buddhism"
Generate light, not heat
Monks and megabytes, Thai government wants Internet cafes in Buddhist temples
Thailand: Sangha needs to look within
Thailand: Little hope for nuns in new draft bill
Pattaya City gets ready to celebrate Wisakha Bucha on May 19
Deranged Buddhist monk kills 2 men
Preserving old traditions
Thailand plans to ban alcohol sales during Buddhist religious holidays
Is the temple of Buddha’s footprints the temple of doom?
Songkran: Decline of a beautiful tradition
Lucky Charms In Thailand Are Out of Luck
Thai temple fights off encroaching tide as world sea levels rise
Buddhist monks produces free wheelchairs
Thai temples flooded with pets after viral outbreak
Fitting home planned for Golden Buddha
Tribute to the king
Senior Thai Buddhist monks in Egypt for talks with Sunni Muslim leader
Burning bright
Total alcohol ban sought for religious days
Thai Prime Minister marks Maka Bucha Day
Love makes the world go round
Thailand: Religious activities take off in earnest
Monk killers get life
Most Thais say will make merit on Makha Bucha day
Thai monk collects skulls in homage to buffalo
Buddhist-led groups rap insensitive beer brand
New Thai Prime Minister Gets A Good Luck 'Blow' On The Head
Lessons beyond the temple
Thai politicians seek spiritual escape in Indian Buddhist shrines
Thailand: Better care for the dying
Thailand: Religious affairs department to quiz abbot over 'Nue Hua' amulets
Bangkok moves Buddha statue to Sanam Luang for public reverence
Defrauding the faithful
Biggest Buddha rises above Phuket
Thailand's alms-bowl makers live off tourists, not just monks
Help for rusty Pali
Thailand should measure happiness - Bhutanese Prime Minister
Thai bank offers e-merit-making service for Buddhist donations
Crow art has Thai monks flapping
Two Month Buddhist Relic Exhibition starting soon in Banglamung
Thai political party plans a B9bn (US$ 250 mil) Buddhism fund
‘Chak Phra’ or ‘Pulling of the Buddhist monks’ ceremony in Krabi & Phuket
Naga fireballs event fails to impress eager crowds
Merit-making for end of Lent
Thailand's to consider bill on offences to Buddhism
Thais start marathon reading of Buddhist teachings to honour king
Highly-revered monk Phra Panya dies in Bangkok hospital
Thai PM to Burma: Stop violence against monks
Dharma delivery
Thailand's frenzy for amulets
Thai temple makes lucky charms of infants' ashes
Two Foundations partner open free AIDS treatment
Protesting Buddhist monks to stop rally
Activists quit state religion campaign
Thailand: Keep religion 'politics free'
A Mindful 'Holiday'
Thais find new spiritual anchor in 'magical' amulets
Thai monks blocking ordination of women
King on science, Buddhism
Queen Sirikit wants Buddhist monks to bring peace to hurting south
Monks on a spirit raising trip
Thai Buddhists mark Asalha Puja Day
Thailand: HRH Crown Prince grants robes for nationwide ordination
Queen Sirikit orders food sent to monks in southern Thailand
Hundreds of Buddhist monks to spend Buddhist Lent in violence-wrecked southern Thailand
Thai amulet craze "unacceptable face of Buddhism"
Temple visit part of the Thais’ mental preparations
Pachyderm protesters banned in Bangkok Buddhist protest
Thai constitution drafters vote not to make Buddhism national religion
Buddhist network cancels protests fearing violence
Ancient temples suffer Chiangmai quake damage
Mystery of the west-facing ubosot
Revered Thai monk flogs sarcastic fortune cookies
Monks continue constitution fast
Where are the real Buddhists in this clergy?
Thai Buddhism at a critical juncture
Thailand: Monks in sit-down protest
Thailand: Buddhism as state religion gets thumbs-down
Thich Nhat Hanh: Rights should be governed by goodwill, not hate
UN Vesak day celebrated in Thailand
Buddha G-strings taken off site after Thai fury
Thai Premier praises teachings of Buddha
Amulet craze 'contrary to Buddhism'
Buddha G-strings upset Thais
Communicating DHAMMA
Thailand set to make Buddhism the state religion
Drug addicts vomit out their ills in Thailand monastery
Thailand: State religion move causes concern
Thai youths get life lessons at Buddhist gatherings
Thailand: Monks rally locals to back charter call
New global Buddhist body
Buddhists end constitution rally
Thailand: No room for a national religion
Jockeying for the Buddha
International Buddhist Conference this year will celebrate 80th birthday of HM the King
Buddhist rally alarms Thai Prime Minister
Thai monks march with elephants calling for Buddhism be made the national religion
Buddhist followers begin mass rally
Shan: Preserving Cultural Heritage
Thailand: Constitution is no place for Buddhism
Thây returns to Thailand
Constitution debate 'Buddhism defines Thailand'
More than 250,000 Buddhist demonstrators to stage protest against CDA
Thailand mulls talisman tax
Thailand: Not in need of 'status crutch'
Thai Buddhists call for top status 'unnecessary'
Thailand: Constitution contains no state religion
Thailand: The Jatukham Rammathep Amulet Obsession
Monks to lead mass political rally
Thais kick off Buddhist new year amid tight security
Buddhism Protection Center of Thailand wants Buddhism to be stated as national religion
Stampede Over Amulet Kills Thai Woman
Thailand: Keep religion out of charter
Clamouring for a national religion
Thai government criticizes risque fundraiser
Buddhists rally in southern Thailand
Thai Minister calls for Buddhists to ban inappropriate activities in temples
Thai Premier Says Muslim-Buddhist Rift Must Be Healed in South
Big Buddha in Phuket 80% completed
United Nations endorses Thai Buddhist Economic model
Videogame to teach Buddhist Principles
A Buddhist game to help teach ethics
Bars urged to close over Buddhist holiday
Thailand: Religion needs no special status
Thai Islamic bank's Buddhist chief helps build trust
Monks, supporters urge charter drafters to name Buddhism national religion
Thailand's constitution concerns escalating
Thai law drafters meditate over state religion
Buddhist Monk Embraces Condoms
Buddhist monk charged with raping Australian
Out Of The Shadows
Revered monk promotes peace and harmony
Thailand ICT blocks porn site abusing Buddha's name
Thai Buddhist teacher dies after nearly 8 months in coma from mob attack
Buddhist 'refugees' demand new home
Mahamakut Buddhist University in brainstroming session on Buddism as Thailand's national religion
Buddhadasa disciples protest against charms rite
Temple fears losing its Tripitaka Hall
Buddhist monks help UK addicts beat habit
Plans afoot to revive pledge to Buddhism
Temple faces challenge of helping more HIV/AIDS patients
Buddhist monk cuts off penis and renounces refix
Container full of Buddhist artifacts bound for America intercepted at the Laem Chabang Port
Refugee Buddhist villagers at Yala temple suffering from stress
Thai PM hails Buddhist precepts
Buddhists demand monk's lounge at airport
Monks to stop morning alms rounds
Buddhists flee from Southern Thailand
NLA Speaker worries of Buddhist Monk Act draft
Monastic dispute turning unholy
Thailand: Monks and Politicians Cross Swords
Young dancing girls a dilemma for Culture
Thai Queen concerned over racy dancing
Buddhist funeral hall to accommodate visitors to Thai flower show
Buddhist sites new destination for Thai Airways
Her Majesty has concern over Buddhist monks in deep South
Abbot Luang Phor Uttama dies at 97
In Thailand, More Survive AIDS, Only to Face Rejection
Ancient Thai temples under flood threat
Thailand: Religious Affairs Department warns of frauds during Buddhist Lent
Buddhist monk wounded in Narathiwat bombing
Thailand: Living in a culture that fosters coups
Towards genuine inter-faith understanding
Mon monks disrobed by Thai authorities
Unity in diversity
Thai court spares founder of Dhammakaya
Prosecutors let monk off the hook
Temple cremations release toxic chemicals
'Priceless' Buddha images seized en route to the US
Thailand: Lanna legacy gets a face-lift
Southern monks get protection for Lent
Phuket's residents visit temples in commemoration of the Buddhist lent
Buddhist Lent Candle Festival 2006
Thailand's revered monk hospitalised
Thailand: Make merit, abstain from drinking for Buddhist Lent
Thai province seeks cooperation from Buddhist forest monasteries for its reforestation
Thailand: Tak Bat Dok Mai Festival
The Bhikkhu who does battle
Thailand: Soccer-mad monks too tired to take alms
Over 6.5 million baht was raised in Phuket for Buddhist monks’ education under the King’s initiative
Thailand: Rules for monks who love football
Buddha image commemorating HM the King's 60 years on throne to be placed in US
Thailand's Cabinet Secretary-General resigns to enter Buddhist monkhood
Forest temple of Siam square
Phra Prom returns to Erawan Shrine
Buddhism library opened at Buddhamonthon
Buddhist leaders call for greater practice in Buddhist teachings to create world peace
Thailand hosts World Buddhism conference
Buddha Day festival
Female Monks Revive Buddhist Tradition After 1,000 Years
Museum in need
Marking the centenary of a great teacher
Thailand: Santi Asoke leader faces complaint
One doctor's 'mental vaccination'
Moralist monks turn on Thai prime minister
Santi Asoke to camp out until Thai premier quits
Famous Thai monk ordains hundred to monkhood
Buddhist protesters dial up the pressure
Thailand: Dharma Army first to arrive at rally
Makha Bucha in the rain
Thai youths value Makha Bucha Day more than Valentine's Day
Buddhist patriarch highly estimates dialogue between religions in Kazakhstan
Lotus products have promising growth both locally and overseas
Thailand: Buddhist university boost for government
Thai PM Not Buddhist Enough Say Critics
A Buddhist lesson in pet care
Thailand: Practice Dhamma on Valentine's Day
Chiang Mai to be center of Lanna Buddhism
Buddhist monk promotes peace and inter-faith dialogue
Quiet tsunami prayers mark Christmas in Thailand
Buddha Dhamma in Aid of Tsunami Survivors
Christians lure Thai Buddhists with "gifts"
Villagers see amulets as tsunami shields
Worship when you want
Amulets in Bangkok
Monks fear water polluted
Panel formed to investigate sales of revered abbot's amulets
Thailand: Two Bangkok malls offer space for solace corners
Sri Lanka and Thailand celebrates 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic ties
Thai Culture Ministry mulling monk zones in malls
Security needed for temples
Thailand's Deep South: Anand, monks exchange words
World Buddhist Summit closes in Thailand
World Buddhist leaders meet in Bangkok
Another temple in South Thailand raided
Plans afoot for Buddhist meet
Thailand hosts World Buddhist Summit
13 held in Pattani temple desecration
Victims of rape at age 14, 9, 5...
Monk, temple boys murdered
Rites to mark end of lent period
Temple sanctuary for tigers
Supreme Patriach of Thai Sangha bestows blessings
Preserving the past, one temple at a time
Buddhist monk arrested for stealing guns to buy building materials for his monastery
Abbot shot dead in temple on holy day
Dial N for nirvana, says monk
Tsunami nations lend disaster advice to U.S.
Spiritual sanctuary
Buddhist monks and novices brawl over woman
Thailand: Ministry to distribute Tipitaka to general public
Lucky charms "not Buddhist"
Revisiting Buddha's incarnations
In Thailand, British monk brings Buddhism to Westerners
Activist monk found hanged
Buddhism school trial `a success'
Despite presence of guards, monk prays for his safety
Thousands march against liquor firm listing
5,000 Buddhists protest against listing breweries on Thai exchange
Wat Kamala to be ?blitzed?
Buddhist college opens
Marking the start of Buddhist Lent with flowers
Discrimination haunts the monkhood
Chances poor of finding monk's killers
Buddhist retreats for women
Revered Thai abbot discharged from hospital
Thailand: `Zero protection' for defenders of rights
Dhamma centre petitions House
Environmentalist monks call for protection
Monks calls for Buddhism to be made national religion
Monk `slain over land dispute'
Buddhist monks find it hard to quit
Buddhist monks defrocked after street brawl
Whence comes the sound of the bell?
200 inmates make 'be good' vows for World Peace Week
Thai Buddhist group tries to reinstate order of woman monks
Thailand gears up to become world Buddhism centre
Miss Universe comes under fire from senators
Miss Universe hopefuls offend Thais
Buddhism 'could ease unrest'
Thai PM makes plea for religious tolerance
Thai monks at frontline of battle to stop theft of ancient relics
Light and sound show to attract youth to religion
Thai PM to act as presenter for Visakabucha celebrations
World Buddhism event falls apart
Thai Premier backs Santi Asoke sect's inclusion
Santi Asoke not welcome on panel
Blind clearly see Buddhism's light
Police find another stolen Buddha image in Chiang Mai
Thailand gets tough on alms
Customs officers seize Myanmar Buddha images
Chang beer opponents thank SET board for listing postponement
Making merit through good deeds
Thai Bourse Postpones Decision On Thai Beverage Listing
Beer and Buddhism, a Definite No - Cry Conservatives
Monks protest public listing of brewery
Luangta Maha Bua calls rally of monks
Talk on Buddhism and ecology
Worshippers call for designation of Makabucha as ?day of family love?
Heat and work keep public away from Buddhist celebrations
Thai Airways charts Buddhist circuit course
Monk's sight saved after glue error
Survey shows Bangkok residents retain religious traditions
Govt urged to use Buddhism to solve violence in deep South
Thailand: Make Makha Pucha as a day of Buddhist love
Temple replica changes sought
Monks ward off Thailand's evil spirits
Violence doesn't spare even peace-loving Buddhist monks
Thailand's Nessie
Thai PM calls on Buddhist to help build global peace
The Mekong's Mysterious Fireballs
Copy of giant Buddha cast
Buddhists "treated like 3rd class" in Thai south
Thailand: Religious TV ads make an impact
Middle path needed in Thailand's south, PM told
A female monk takes on Thailand's clergy
Relics of the Buddha reach journey's end
Bid to reinvigorate Thai Buddhists
Bogus monks, abuses of Buddha images discussed at World Fellowship of Buddhists meeting
A Second Birthing
Nervous Buddhists in Thai south plan to leave
Buddhists tell PM they live in fear
Measuring Happiness
The Temple Of The Tigers
Suspected Muslim rebels attack monk-protection unit, killing one soldier
The Spiritual Side of the Olympic Games 2004
Buddhist village leader beheaded in Thailand
Chiang Mai hotel offends religious sensibilities
Thai PM prays for peace and end to poverty
Thailand: Monks Banned From Department Stores
Thai forensic expert performs rites for victims
Abbot-blessed amulets in high demand
Calls for monk to be ejected
Thailand: Inquiry into temple's finances
Politics: Thai style
Has Thailand Lost Its Conscience?
Govt doctor advocates meditation

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