Malones in Isaan Thailand - Working amongst the unreached of Isaan

Follow the adventures of the Malones in Thailand as we work with urban and rural peoples in the Isaan area in Thailand. We aim to share the Good News of Jesus with the Isaan and mobilise for 5 teams across Isaan. Previously, we were with the poor in Samut Prakan (part of Greater Bangkok). If you would like to work with us (short or long-term) please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.

23 February 2010

Neighbourhood offering to monks

Thailand is a country of festivals ..... never a month goes by and we see a festival of some description. Last month we witnessed a parade of monks coming through our area to give their new year blessing to the neighbourhood. Receiving this blessing from monks is very important to the Thai - from their perspective it will give them good fortune, protection from evil spirits and earn good merit - all part of a journey to earn their own salvation.

A neighbour prays over her offering for the monks


An official precedes the monk procession to collect a monetary offering from the neighbour


The procession of monks comes down the road calling into each house


Another neighbour shows respect while they receive blessing from a monk


All the 'goodies' collected are thrown into a ute accompanying the procession


Please pray with us for release for the Thai from the burden of making merit. We know that Jesus has made perfect merit for us that lasts for eternity and provides a free gift of salvation for all people.
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  1. JoyFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:13 AM

    Thanks for this further insight into the culture. It does help to understand how we should be praying...and I do continue to pray.

    Blessings,
    Joy

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