Sirindhorn District submitted the work of a large ancient type of Lent candle. Participated in the Ubon Ratchathani Province Lent candle parade tradition of 2026 by presenting important stories in Buddhism and Buddha's history through the concept "Persistence leads to success and victory over passion". Delicately conveyed through the scenes of Phra Public Kra, Phra Buddha Adventures, and Mother Earth Prabmarn.
The candle tree was designed in the unique octagonal ancient candle tree style of the Lent Candle Parade, while combining traditional artisan wisdom, embroidery, and handicrafts from natural materials, strikingly conveying the love, harmony, and identity of the people of Sirindhorn District.
Key components of a candle.
Candle trunkThe stems are octagonal in shape and are bundled with a small fluted candle.
45 centimeters in diameter and 2 meters in height.
Candle Tree PeaksGarnish with a rhubarb bark to form a bush shape.
The height from the ground to the top of Busabok is about 5 meters.
Candle Tree BaseThe first floor base is 1 meter in diameter, 50 centimeters high, decorated with a lotus pattern, the base supports a candle tree 60 centimeters wide and 10 centimeters high.
The base of the procession was 2.50 meters wide, the total length was about 8 meters, supporting the elements of the procession in a balanced
In front of the processIn front of the procession to convey the story of Phra Phra Phra Phra A, with Mrs. Manee Mekhala holding Phra Kok. After he swam in the ocean for 7 days and 7 nights with persistence and persistence, despite not seeing the side, Mrs. Manee Mekhala became devout in her determination and carried Phra Phra Phra Aok to Mithila.
This account conveys the principles of perseverance, patience, and unwaveringness that are essential virtues in our lives.
Behind the processionThe back of the procession divided the presentation into 2 important episodes:
The Lord Buddha drew on the devil when the devil sent the three daughters to seduce him before the Enlightenment, but he was steadfast in spirit, unwavering in passion, so that he could overcome lust and enlightenment as a Buddha.
Mother Earth subdued the devil. When the devil raised the army to challenge the right over the throne, Enlightened Bodhisattva invited Mother Earth to be a witness of the meritocracy. Mother Earth therefore squeezed me to box. The river of merit flooded the devil's army until it was defeated. It symbolized the victory of good over evil.