Dhammakaya devotees steal a march over DSI in social media war

[webfact]

Dhammakaya devotees steal a march over DSI in social media war
By THE NATION

 

 

BANGKOK: -- WHILE Dhammakaya Temple supporters are furious about biased reporting in the mainstream media regarding the ongoing stand-off with authorities, the temple has also used the media, notably social networks, to shape public opinion.

 

Its DMC television station, which was ordered closed recently, was a powerful medium for the temple to publicise its activities and teachings, reaching millions of followers through its satellite network. Since the closure of the station, the temple has turned to social media. Phra Sanitwong’s Facebook profile is the most active, with posts about Dhammakaya’s teachings and activities. 

 

The monk operates multiple accounts, including one under his real name, Phra Sanitwong Charoenrattawong, as a spokesperson for the temple. 

 

In addition to the monks, the temple’s lay followers are also using social media in a battle of information. The page “We love Dhammakaya” is among many pages posting about the temple and the stand-off with the authorities, notably the ongoing operation conducted by the Department of Special Investigation (DSI).

 

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[trogers]

Do they accept Paypal?

[jollyhangmon]

4 hours ago, trogers said:

Do they accept Paypal?

... yes would be my guess, Dhammakaya Co. Ltd.'s 'payment methods' probably are fairly, well, let's call it 'streamlined' ... 

[elgordo38]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

“We love Dhammakaya”

He must have spread some of his ill gotten gain around before leaving. "Hold the fort lads I shall return"

[Brer Fox]

The PM is now using LINE with all it's "stickers" to spread the his gospel so why should not the the temple supporters be using FACEBOOK to do the same.