The purification
For the coronation ceremony, water is used to symbolize the people’s willingness to bestow kingship to the chosen one
All of Thailand is eagerly anticipating the kingdom’s first royal coronation in nearly seven decades. After years of preparation, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun will be ascending to the throne in a series of elaborate events from 4th to 6th of May.
The Thai royal coronation is influenced by various religions and cultures, and comprises practices aimed at blessing and elevating the status of the king to a divine level.
There are hundreds of events leading up to the actual coronation, but two of the most highlighted in the royal coronation ceremony, called Phra Ratcha Phithi Boromma Racha Phisek, are the Royal Purification Ceremony (Song Phra Muratha Bhisek) and the Anointment Ceremony (Abhisek).
