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Close of Buddhist novice monks carrying their alms bowls for going on almsround in early morning. Luang Prabang, Laos. UNESCO the world heritage town.
Headshot  portrait of tall thai monk in scene  outside of Wat Phrathat Doi Wiang Chai Mongkhon วัดพระธาตุดอยเวียงชัยมงคล – Temple Thai  Ping Khong, Chiang Dao District. Monk is head monk and running the temple inlcuding its restoration. Temple is more than 700 years old. Monk is talking to people and visitors of the temple and explaining history of place.
Photo taken in Louangphabang, Laos
Luang Prabang, Laos December 31, 2024: Monks walk in procession during the Alms Giving Ceremony at dawn on December 31, 2023, in Luang Prabang, Laos. The traditional ritual, dating back centuries, sees Buddhist monks silently collecting alms of sticky rice and other food offerings from devout locals and visitors. Against the backdrop of ancient temples and cobblestone streets, the serene procession unfolds, embodying the spiritual heritage and cultural richness of Laos. From 5:00 am to 6:00 am, experience the timeless elegance and sacred reverence of this cherished tradition.
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Buddhism monks entering temple in Thailand
Sai Bat (morning alms) is a traditional activity in Theravada Buddhism. This activity takes place between the hours of 5-6am each day and involves people placing food and personal care items into the alms bowls of passing monks. It's a silent and sacred ceremony – one that is steeped in tradition. Among the monks are many child and young novices, who also dressed in same orange robes.
Luang Prabang, Laos. \nThe entire ancient city of Luang Prabang is a World Heritage Site. \nAlms giving in Luang Prabang has been around for hundreds of years.\nEvery morning, barefoot monks in saffron robes walk the streets to receive alms from local residents.\nSince temples in Laos do not open for cooking, the monks' daily food comes from people's alms, which is a sacred and solemn act in Lao people's mind.\nThese are real scenes every morning, not performances.
Luang Prabang, Laos - November 1, 2023: Buddhist monks bless and pray for the wish of local woman in Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang, Laos - April 9, 2011: The early morning procession of monks, starting at around 05:30: Saffron-robed monks and novices emerge onto the streets with their alms bowls ('bat'). Awaiting them are Lao people who have already taken the time to prepare sticky rice and other foods; they will place a portion in the bowl of each monk who passes by.
Rear view of Buddhist novice monks walking up stairway to Phou Si summit. Luang Prabang, Laos. UNESCO the world heritage town. Low angle view.
Monks and novices go about their daily routines. Clean the Buddha statue and sweep up the fallen leaves on the floor.
Luang Prabang, Laos - October 27, 2011: Two women are offering sticky rice to monks doing their morning procession in the streets of Luang Prabang, Laos.
Monks lined up for alms in Luang Prabang, Laos
Alms giving ceremony in Luang Prabang, Laos.
Luang Prabang, Laos - November 9, 2024:Monks receive morning alms from a local woman in Luang Prabang, Laos, a daily tradition in the Buddhist culture.
Donate money to temples for use in Buddhist religious activities. Give or offering alms to buddhist monks and temple.
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Luang Prabang, Laos. \nThe entire ancient city of Luang Prabang is a World Heritage Site. \nAlms giving in Luang Prabang has been around for hundreds of years.\nEvery morning, barefoot monks in saffron robes walk the streets to receive alms from local residents.\nSince temples in Laos do not open for cooking, the monks' daily food comes from people's alms, which is a sacred and solemn act in Lao people's mind.\nThese are real scenes every morning, not performances.
A monk is putting a yellow robe on another monk during an ordination ceremony.
Luang Prabang, Laos - November 5, 2011: Monks go out with alms bowl to receive food in the morning at Luang Prabang, Laos.
Make merit and give alms at Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan, Chiang Mai Province, on June 28, 2025.
Monks walk in harmony and practice the dharma at Wat Phra Pathom Chedi. Nakhon Pathom Province, Thailand
Luang Prabang, Laos - November 9, 2024:A vibrant scene of saffron-robed monks receiving their daily alms in Luang Prabang, Laos, with a local woman respectfully presenting her offerings.
Hand of some person offering, putting or giving alms food into monk's alms bowl with blurred green plant background. Selective focus on body of monk. The culture and  tradition of Thai people.
Monks, Luang Prabang, Laos
Monks at a Buddhism Thai temple
LUANG PRABANG, LAOS - MARCH 2015 : Indigenous people offer alms to monks with sticky rice in the early morning in Luang Prabang, Laos. March 18, 2015
Luang Prabang, Laos - April 9, 2011: Monks at work painting a stupa at a Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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