Thai Fathers Day
His
Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, King Rama IX, was born on December
5, 1927 to Prince Mahidol of Songkhla and Mom Sangwan. His Majesty
is
the ninth
King of the
Chakri Dynasty and the longest reigning monarch in the history of Thailand.
In the culture of Thailand, the King is recognized as the benevolent father
and supreme patron of the nation. The main concern of the king is uplifting
of the general well being of the people. Evidence of this can be drawn
from His Majesty the King's efforts to improve education, health and agricultural
progress in the rural areas. This has led to the establishment of over
one thousand Royal projects, initiated or advised by the King.
Because
of the King’s role as supreme patron and father of the
nation, his birthday is celebrated as Fathers Day, and is observed
as a National
Holliday in Thailand.
This is a time to honor King and nation, father and home.