Wat Ban Nak Wai submitted the work of a small-printed Lentana tree to participate in the Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival of 2026 by presenting the important story in Buddhism through the scene of Phaya Mujlint Nakrach spreading to protect the Buddha and Mrs. Pusadee asking for 10 wishes before she becomes the mother of Vessantara, beautifully conveying the motto of faith, perseverance, and prestige of the Bodhisattva.
The candlestick procession combines printed art with elaborate folk decorations, including Buddhist history and the Great Jataka, to reflect the values of Buddhism and continue the uniqueness of the Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival.
Key components of a candle.
Candle trunk
ลำต้นมีเส้นผ่านศูนย์กลาง 49 เซนติเมตร
ความสูงของลำต้น 2.39 เมตร
ความยาวขบวน 6 เมตร กว้าง 2 เมตร
ความสูงจากพื้นถึงยอดประมาณ 4.39 เมตร
In front of the process
ด้านหน้าขบวนจัดแสดง พญามุจลินท์นาคราช ผู้เปี่ยมด้วยศรัทธาในพระพุทธศาสนา แผ่พังพานปกป้องพระพุทธเจ้าขณะเสวยวิมุตติสุขหลังการตรัสรู้
Candle Tree Support The scene was adorned with the mythical fish Ananta and the three daughters of Mara, Tanha, Raga, and Aradi, who emerged to perform seductive dances to test the Buddha with the five sensual pleasures. However, the Buddha remained steadfast and unwavering, until the daughters of Mara finally surrendered.
Behind the processionBehind the procession, she tells the story of Phrasadee, who asked for 10 wishes before she was born in the human world, the mother of Vessantara Bodhisattva, the great minister.
The 10 blessings are:
May it happen in Matrach.
May there be beautiful eyes.
May the eyebrows be beautiful.
Please be named "The Good One".
Ask for a son.
Ask the womb not to appear bulging.
Ask for Chest Aesthetics
Ask for a perfect black chestnut.
May I have beautiful skin.
requesting the power to release prisonersThe story reflects the merit of the Bodhisattva before eating the nation as a Vessantara.
DecorationThe procession of candlesticks is decorated with traditional fabrics, fresh flowers and lighting systems that add character and beauty to the work while reflecting the character of Isan local art and culture.