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Ajahn Jayasaro Becomes First Foreign-born Buddhist Monk in Thailand to Receive Senior Monastic Rank

Craig Lewis 20 July 2026

Ajahn Jayasaro has become the first foreign-born monk in Thailand’s history to be elevated to the senior monastic rank of Somdet Phra Rachakhana.

Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse in monastic robes in a Buddhist monastery

Monastic Ordination of Thai King’s Estranged Son Draws Attention Amid Royal Succession Uncertainty

Justin Whitaker 29 May 2025

In a highly public Vesak Day ordination as a Buddhist monk, Vacharaesorn Vivacharawongse reemerges in Thai public life amid growing royal succession concerns

Bhutanese and Thai Monks Offer Blessings as Thai King Makes Historic Visit To Bhutan

Craig Lewis 28 April 2025

The king and queen of Thailand embarked on a historic four-day visit to Bhutan, where they were guests of King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck.

Government officials pay their respects to a portrait of King Vajiralongkorn. From nationmultimedia.com

Thailand Celebrates Start of Buddhist Rains Retreat and King’s Birthday

BD Dipananda 3 August 2018

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Ajahn Jayasaro Becomes First Foreign-born Buddhist Monk in Thailand to Receive Senior Monastic Rank

Monastic Ordination of Thai King’s Estranged Son Draws Attention Amid Royal Succession Uncertainty

Bhutanese and Thai Monks Offer Blessings as Thai King Makes Historic Visit To Bhutan

Thailand Celebrates Start of Buddhist Rains Retreat and King’s Birthday