Buddhist Leaders Gather For Tripitaka Recitation Ceremony
Buddhist leaders and over 500 devotees gathered at Buddhmonthon on June 22 to recite the Tripitaka in celebration of the Supreme Patriarch's 99th birthday, reinforcing the nation's commitment to preserving Buddhist teachings.
On Monday, June 22, 2026, the National Office of Buddhism and its network partners held the third Tripitaka recitation ceremony to celebrate the 99th birthday anniversary of the Supreme Patriarch on June 26, 2026, at the marble Tripitaka hall in Buddhmonthon. Somdet Phra Maha Veeravongsa, a committee member of the Supreme Sangha Council and assistant abbot of Rajbophit Temple, was appointed as head of the monastic delegation, while M.L. Panadda Diskul, a royal advisor, led the lay delegation. Over 500 Buddhist devotees participated in the event.
Udompon Ekiam, director of the National Office of Buddhism, presided over the ceremony with full coordination from government officials and staff. Government officials, civil servants, private sector representatives, and devout community members attended in large numbers.
The atmosphere was peaceful and filled with reverence, reflecting the commitment to sustaining Buddhism and preserving the Tripitaka as a vital intellectual treasure of the nation.
The Tripitaka recitation ceremony aims to instill Buddhist principles into the hearts of all believers and foster deep connection to the Dharma across all ages. It supports the preservation and transmission of Tripitaka teachings, promotes wisdom development, and encourages cooperation between the Sangha and government and private sector organizations. The initiative also aligns with royal and Sangha policies to make Buddhmonthon a center for Buddhist education, propagation, and activities in Thailand.
