Thai man be monk "Khon Sook", it`s rite of passage for all Thai man, Wat Chedi Sao, Lampang, Thailand

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All of man have to be the monk once in their life time. It`s call the "Khon Sook". The "Khon Sook" meaning is be adult. It`s one of very important rite of passage for man. In this time the temple prepare the one more meaning. Long live king. When this time do the "Khon Sook", pray for them self and for King. So, This time many people do the same time and make big group. Actually, "Khon Sook" is private rite for Thai. In this time people learn about Buddhism way of life and theory.

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Location: Wat Chedi Sao, Lampang, Thailand
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