Devotees follow health measures on the first day of Pchum Ben

[geovalin]

Pagodas filled with Buddhist followers yesterday honoured their ancestors and also followed the government’s health measures as advised by Prime Minister Hun Sen. The Premier yesterday posted on his Facebook page reminding people to safely implement the Health Ministry’s guidelines when visiting pagodas.

 

Yesterday was the first of 15 days that Khmer Buddhists observe the Pchum Ben festival. During this period, Cambodians try to visit as many pagodas as possible to give offerings as credit for their ancestors in the afterlife, which not only feeds deceased family members but also earns merit for those who are living.

 

Mr Hun Sen pointed out that Pchum Ben is a traditional Khmer festival that has existed since ancient times bringing the opportunity for family members to reunite at the pagodas for prayers. “Let people continue to participate in preventing the spread of Covid-19 and always implement the 3 Do’s and 3 Don’ts preventive measures,” he said. “I wish all my people happiness and prosperity.”

 

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[Scouse123]

Easy yet very hollow meaningless words to speak wishing them happiness and prosperity!

 

Lockdowns, no social or welfare care, no safety nets, no tourists, how will they achieve any happiness or prosperity?

 

No problem for him with all his corrupt minions fleecing the wealth of the state.

 

Idiot.