Proper Way to Sit

[kenk3z]

What's the proper way to sit in the presence of the head monk?

My guess, related to the way people are described sitting in Lord Buddha's presence, is to make greetings in front and then sit to the side. With seating position and/or head lower than the monk's.

What else?

kenk3z

[Grover]

What's the proper way to sit in the presence of the head monk?

My guess, related to the way people are described sitting in Lord Buddha's presence, is to make greetings in front and then sit to the side. With seating position and/or head lower than the monk's.

What else?

kenk3z

After you have done your prostrations to the Buddha & the head monk, sit in the 'mermaid' position, one leg tucked behind, the other foot against the knee. Yes, the seating position should be lower than the monk; if you are both sitting on the floor the monk will normally find a cushion to sit on. Use the wai when he is talking and when you are responding.

Perhaps the easiest way would be to go with a Thai person and copy what he or she does. Even if you break some of these rules, it's generally not too serious because of the (false?) perception of the culturally ignorant farang. Just don't point your foot directly at the monk and all should be ok