Posts Tagged religion

Trap Doors

This entry is part 39 of 45 in the series Thailand Trip 2007

Look deeper… They will never get out.

Tuk Tuk

Tuk Tuk

Housewife

Housewife

 Cleaner

Cleaner

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The Lost Three Gems in the City of Gods

This entry is part 23 of 45 in the series Thailand Trip 2007

In the reference of Buddhism’s three jewels (Triratna-ไตรรัตน์) including Buddha, Dharma and Sangha, Thais are still deeply in following the way of Buddhism life. This is just my alternative views of the practice in Bangkok.

Lost Buddha

Lost Buddha

Found on a Bodhi tree on a street.

Lost Dharma

Lost Dharma

Chanting Tripikata for a blessing in Sanam Luang.

Lost Sangha

Lost Sangha

Waiting on a street market.

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Residencies of Gods

This entry is part 29 of 45 in the series Thailand Trip 2007

Grand Parents, the Housekeepers

Grandparents, the Housekeepers

There are always rooms for gods no matter how crowded Bangkok is. Habitats of gods and spirits can be anywhere in any forms: elaborate shrines, old spirits houses, or even temporary set ups. They show how people spiritually relate to the lands and the offerings reflect the strong bonds between the both worlds, convenient ways to comfort their souls.

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Talk to the Other Side

This entry is part 27 of 45 in the series Thailand Trip 2007

Thais are very connected to spiritual worlds. Gods and guardians are placed everywhere to make sure that there is something to hold on and look forward to. The divine powers may grant their wishes, give them strengths or, at least, ease their minds. The people are very good at making sense of this tangible world by referring to the beyond.

There are many ways to get in touch with those in the unknown territories. Burning joss sticks seems to be a symbol of making contacts and a tool for the communication. Spots where incense are burnt and stuck indicates the spiritual significances of the areas and the relationships of the people and their lands.

Green Door and the King

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Trading Buddhas

This entry is part 25 of 45 in the series Thailand Trip 2007

In the network of alleys in Bangkok’s Old City, not too far from the Grand Palace, there is a cluster of Buddha image business. This is the place they supply the physical body before those statues are put on in the middle of temples for worship so that the Buddhists can fill hearts and souls into them.

Hidden

Displayed

Chained

Wrapped

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