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That's My World Tuesday: Wai Khru

Wai Khru or Teachers' Day, in Thai educational institutions, is a ceremony done to honor teachers. Schools hold the ceremony usually at the beginning of the academic year, and always on a Thursday. In Thai tradition, Thursday is the day of Brihaspati, the Vedic God of wisdom and of teachers. Students present teachers with flower offerings to show their respect and gratitude.

These are some shots from a Wai Khru ceremony last week in one school in Bangkok. A 'non-photographer' took these shots. But here's hoping some cultural snippets managed to come out of them. You can click on the photos to enlarge.

Students waiting for the ceremony to begin


Class representatives offer flowers to the teachers --


and bow. The next batch does the same.


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Sylvia K said…
What a marvelous celebration! As a former teacher, I can really appreciate it!! Terrific shots! Thanks for sharing!
30 June 2009 at 07:06
SandyCarlson said…
A lovely, lovely day. Beautiful and inspiring.
30 June 2009 at 09:39
Sandra said…
Interesting story and beautiful shots. Thank you for your visit and greetings from Croatia.
30 June 2009 at 12:47
Anya said…
Thats a great ceremony
in your country ;)
Interesting to now!!
:-)
30 June 2009 at 15:50
Reader Wil said…
Great idea to show respect for the teacher, that's what we are missing here in the Netherlands.
30 June 2009 at 17:36
Reader Wil said…
Thanks for your comment! I don't think the bike will fall off!!
30 June 2009 at 17:38
J said…
Wow, that is an impressive amount of teacher respect! What subject do you teach?
1 July 2009 at 00:58
Marju said…
Beautiful photos and video!!
4 July 2009 at 18:32
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