Monk Ordination | 2023​

 

The ordination of a Buddhist monk is one of the most significant rites of passage in Thai culture — a moment where an individual renounces worldly life, even temporarily, to enter the monastic community. This photo series documents the steps of the ordination process: from head-shaving and almsgiving to the ceremonial procession into the temple. Surrounded by family, friends, and community members, the novice transitions into a space of silence, reflection, and discipline.