Buddhist Leader Endorses Five Precepts Villages for National Harmony
Thailand's top Buddhist leader honored exemplary Five Precepts Villages at a July 10 ceremony in Nakhon Pathom, praising the 12-year initiative for promoting moral values and social harmony through Buddhist principles nationwide.
Somdet Phra Maharachmonkulmuni, head of the Supreme Sangha Council and director of the Buddhist-based national reconciliation project, presided over an award ceremony on July 10, 2025 at the Buddhamamdal Assembly Hall in Nakhon Pathom province. The event honored exemplary Five Precepts Villages under the initiative designed to foster social harmony through Buddhist principles.
Addressing clergy, officials, and Buddhists nationwide, Somdet Phra Maharachmonkulmuni explained that the Five Precepts Villages project originated from the vision of the late Somdet Phra Maharachmanglacharn in 2557 B.E. with three core objectives: promoting public welfare, ensuring national security, and honoring the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and the Royal Family.
The project has operated continuously for over 12 years with support from the clergy, government agencies, private sector, and communities throughout Thailand. It has produced tangible results in promoting moral values and social unity. Somdet Phra Maharachmonkulmuni praised all participating organizations and individuals for their dedicated efforts.
He emphasized that observing the Five Precepts is fundamental to living ethically, bringing peace to individuals, families, and society. When society upholds moral discipline, it naturally develops concentration, wisdom, and harmony—essential foundations for stable and sustainable national development. He concluded by blessing all participants and wishing the Thai people continued prosperity under their Sovereign.
