Note:
[1] One could see that the Great Pagoda is still in an excellent state of repair.
[2] Buddhist ethics form a part of the main teachings of Buddhism.
[3] See also King Naresuan The Great’s Life History page.
[4] Plumeria is also the national flower of Lao, namely Champa.
[5] The venerable is known in Thai as “Phra Bhiksu” or “Phra Song”, following 227 precepts, while the Novice Monks namely “Sammanaen”, followed 10 precepts.
[6] A monk must be a man at the age of 20, possesses good reading and writing skills, and a good knowledge of the rules and precepts for novice monks.