Today is Loy Krathong Day! Loy Krathong Day is one of the most popular festivals in Thailand and celebrated annually on the Full-Moon Day of the Twelfth Lunar Month. To celebrate Lotus-shaped vessels are made from banana leaves to contain a candle, three joss sticks, some flowers and coins - these are called Krathongs. The history of Loy Krathong Festival is slightly obscure. Firstly, it is to ask for apology from the water goddess for having used and sometimes made rivers and canals dirty. Secondly, it is to offer flowers, candles and joss sticks as a tribute to the footprint of Lord Buddha on the sandy beach of the Nammatha River in India. Thirdly, it is to show gratitude to the Phra Mae Kong Ka or Mother of Water. Finally, it is to wash away the previous year’s misfortunes. Krathongs are lit and carried to the rivers and canals, a wish is then made and the Krathongs are gently placed to drift away, until out of sight. It is believed that Krathongs carry away sins and bad luck, and bring along happiness. It is a time to be joyful and happy as the sufferings float away. The ceremony is believed to have originated in the time of King Ramkhamhaeng of Sukhothai, the first capital of Thailand and a place close to our heart!
Posted on: Thu, 06 Nov 2014 10:13:49 +0000
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