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Praying through the New Year
The Nation Thailand
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12/24/2024
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So when you hear this song in Thai department stores, you just know that New Year's is right
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around the corner. So how do Thais celebrate? Many love to party with friends, watch fireworks,
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or travel. But for many Buddhists, New Year's Eve means something different. Watch night.
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This tradition where people spend the night at a temple in prayer has grown in popularity. It's
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especially common among those skipping travel plans during the holiday. Why? Because it's seen
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as an auspicious way to start the new year, bringing spiritual protection and peace for
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the months ahead. So what's your plan for the new year? For me, I'm just gonna...
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