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The Poh Teck Tung Foundation invited the public to observe the vegetarian precepts and enjoy free vegetarian meals twice daily—breakfast and lunch—from October 9 to 18, 2026, at the foundation's entrance in Phlapphla Chai, Bangkok. Participants were asked to bring their own bags for the meals. From October 10 to 18, a blessing chanting ceremony was held inside the Tai Hong Kong Shrine by the Anam Nikaya monks of Wat Uphai Rajabamrung, and visitors could make merit by offering light lanterns to Luang Pho Tai Hong for prosperity. Additionally, Chinese opera performances were presented from October 8 to 19, 2569, with twelve nights of shows at the foundation's grounds. On Friday, October 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., the foundation organized a sacred incense‑circuit procession around the Tai Hong Kong Shrine, inviting attendees to pray for blessings and good fortune; attendees were advised to check the weather and prepare for rain. The foundation concluded by requesting the blessings of Luang Pho Tai Hong for happiness and prosperity for all participants and their families. Further information and updates are available on the foundation's Facebook page at facebook.com/atpohtecktung and via https://linktr.ee/pohtecktung.

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