Going Off The Deep End In Chiang Mai - How Long 'til It Happens?

[mesquite]

How long does it take to end up like this?

http://tinypic.com/p...p?v=24y7ew2&s=6

[naboo]

I think I drove past them on Friday evening, opening a new shop on ThaPae Road, near the top end of the Night Bazaar.

Each to their own, they look to be having fun.

[realthaideal]

Up to them. They seem happy enough. In a Buddhist country where the tradition argues against material wants and forsaking all things which cause suffering, they (the Hares) seem to be getting it right. It's not right for me, but I don't judge. If I were a relative or family member I might be a bit concerned if they were trying to give all of the family's wealth away, but otherwise, I don't care. They could take an easy pot-shot at us going around in our significant lives with our illusory material concerns, and wonder at why we are so crazy just the same.

[TommoPhysicist]

I took a photo of them in the Flower Festival Parade last week.

They seemed to be having fun!

Hari ......... Hari, Hari ......... Hari, Hari

[elektrified]

Hare Krishna are all over Europe. They seem peaceful enough people.

[hellodolly]

This looks like a job that calls for the Jehovah Witnesses.

Edited February 5, 2013 by hellodolly

[daoyai]

Chantaholics, the lot of them.

[cmsally]

I hope they're opening a restaurant. Their food is always really good!

[Mapguy]

Interesting to see this 'shadow generation," sons and daughters of the 1960-70s, on parade. I had forgotten all about them. May they all seek and find truth at the top of the mountain of knowledge. It is certainly hard enough to find truth rooted in reality. They had better work fast before their parental allowances are cut off or trust funds depleted!

[WinnieTheKhwai]

In a Buddhist country where the tradition argues against material wants and forsaking all things which cause suffering, they (the Hares) seem to be getting it right. It's not right for me, but I don't judge. If I were a relative or family member I might be a bit concerned if they were trying to give all of the family's wealth away, but otherwise, I don't care.

They seemed interested enough in wealth when they shoved that donation box under everyone's noses. With texts on it in various languages including Russian. Seeing there aren't too many Russians in Chiang Mai you'd think they've been peddling this all over Bangkok and Pattaya before coming here. Even requesting (and getting) donations from Thais, including bargirls.

But yes, I agree with you that I don't care.

Edited February 5, 2013 by WinnieTheKhwai

[Beetlejuice]

Airplane movie:

Chanting or non-chanting, Sir?

[rene123]

They are just odd creatures the same as most staunch followers of every faith. I don't see much difference between them and Catholics, Islamics, Buddhists, Jehovas, Mormons, or any of the various Christian faiths.

[dukeandduke]

I'll take the presence of them over ladyboys any day.

[katana]

Used to see them in London around Ttn Ct Rd and Oxford street in the late 70s early 80s. Would often get invited back to their base for a free vegetarian curry and attempted proselytisation.

[FolkGuitar]

It's nice to see a religion where the followers are allowed to enjoy themselves, rather than one

which says "No sex standing up. That might lead to dancing!"

[Konini]

I've always enjoyed seeing them - they were very out of place in a provincial town in the north of England in the 1970's, but there's something about them that makes me smile. Leaving aside any thoughts on religion, they really seem genuinely happy people. Strange I suppose, but they always make me feel good for the rest of the day. Good on them.

[Semper]

How does one apply for membership?

[harrry]

I must say the guy on the far side holding the bottle does not look too blissed out.

[TommoPhysicist]

I must say the guy on the far side holding the bottle does not look too blissed out.

He was preparing for a big 'whirling dervish' move. Extremely happy when whirling.

[ARISTIDE]

I though Hare Krishna people only exist in Western countries

[Semper]

I though Hare Krishna people only exist in Western countries

Thailand is more and more becoming the same as Western countries.

[PoodMaiDai]

6.3 years.

[PlanetX]

... shortly after you create a thread on TV soliciting new friends

[MESmith]

I'd rather bump into Hare Krishnas than bible freaks

[Rancid]

Beats bowing to Mecca 5 times a day with death as your reward if you decide to opt out. At least they seem happy rather than plotting their next murder, no doubt there are no living Haris in Pattani.

[Loaded]

I think they look like a bunch of nutters but they are probably better and more trustworthy company than the nutters who love writing anonymous restaurant reviews on Thaivisa.

[HaleySabai]

we all know what the Thai's would most likely be thinking......"Bah,Farang"!

[daoyai]

I though Hare Krishna people only exist in Western countries

Thailand is more and more becoming the same as Western countries.

It is from India, an offshoot of Hindu, aparently you invoke god (krishna) by CONSTANTLY chanting his name, Simple minded nutter cult. The Louis Theroux doc. on the subject is fascinatingly funny. Edited February 6, 2013 by daoyai

[NowImEasy]

I'd rather bump into Hare Krishnas than bible freaks

And what is your definition of a bible freak?

[FolkGuitar]

I though Hare Krishna people only exist in Western countries

Thailand is more and more becoming the same as Western countries.

It is from India, an offshoot of Hindu, aparently you invoke god (krishna) by CONSTANTLY chanting his name, Simple minded nutter cult.

I guess that would make Buddhism just a 'simple minded nutter cult' too, as there is a Japanese school of Buddhism that says you can invoke Buddha Conciousnous just by constantly chanting 'Namu Amida Butsu...'

I'm always awed by the open-mindedness of people.