On the occasion of The Second Royal Coronation Anniversary,
Assumption University of Thailand humbly pledges her loyalty, and offers good wishes to
HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua.
May His Reign bring peace and prosperity to the Kingdom.
ในโอกาสวันฉัตรมงคล วันที่ ๔ พฤษภาคม ๒๕๖๖
มหาวิทยาลัยอัสสัมชัญ ขอน้อมเกล้าน้อมกระหม่อม
ถวายคำสัตย์ปฏิญาณด้วยความจงรักภักดี และถวายพระพรชัยมงคล
ให้รัชสมัยแห่งพระบาทสมเด็จพระวชิรเกล้าเจ้าอยู่หัว
นำสันติสุขและความเจริญรุ่งเรืองมาสู่ประชาชาติไทยเสมอนาน
The Royal Coronation Ceremony is an important event in countries where the monarchy remains as the core institution, and this is especially true in the Kingdom of Thailand. In Thailand, the institution of the monarchy holds all the hearts and souls of the people together. The Royal Coronation Ceremony is the formal observance that reveals the glory of the King ascending to the throne, assures the country that he holds love for all his people, and accords recognition from the international community. Most importantly, it is a ceremony that demonstrates the stability and unity of the people as the Nation.
The day of 4 May marks the coronation anniversary of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua, the tenth monarch of the Royal House of Chakri. The coronation of His Majesty King Rama X was performed on 4-6 May 2019.
On this occasion, he delivered a royal address encouraging everyone in the grand assembly, as well as all Thai people, to join him in showing their intention to perform their duties by upholding national interests, progress, and stability, as well as achieving the happiness of the people as the ultimate goal.
History of the Royal Coronation Ceremony
The Royal Coronation Ceremony is an ancient traditional royal practice performed since the Sukhothai period to complete the procedure of the enthronement of each King of Thailand. It has been upheld through the ages, but details have been modified as appropriate within the context of each period. The ceremony is a blend between Hindu, or Brahmin, and Buddhist practices.
In the Rattanakosin period, the Royal Coronation Ceremony has been performed 11 times, as follows:
- In the reign of King Buddha Yod Fa Chulalok (Rama I), the coronation ceremony was conducted twice; the first one in 1782, when the King founded the Royal House of Chakri, and the second one in 1785, when the construction of a group of pavilions for the Grand Palace was completed. The First Royal Command of...
Plants and trees, streams and rivers; and various items Scattered throughout the Kingdom, If they do not belong to anybody, then let all the monks, Brahmins and people decide what to do with them…” - King Buddha Lert La Nabhalai (Rama II) commanded his coronation to be performed on 17 September 1809. The First Royal Command of…
“Concerning all plants and trees in the land, streams and Rivers; and items around the realm of the kingdom that have No people to care for them, these are to be given to monks, Brahmins and the general public, as they desire.” -
King Phra Nang Klao (Rama III) had his coronation performed on 1 August 1824; 4. King Mongkut (Rama IV) commanded his coronation to be performed on 15 May 1851. The First Royal Command of…
“To Chao Phrayas and Phrayas, all the treasures presented in this ceremony,may you all look after them well in order to maintain our land.” -
King Mongkut (Rama IV) commanded his coronation to be performed on 15 May 1851. The First Royal Command of...
“Plants and trees, streams and rivers; and various items scattered Throughout the Kingdom, if they do not belong to anybody, let all the monks, Brahmins and all people decide what to do with them…” -
King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) performed his coronation twice. The firstCoronation of King Chulalongkorn took place on 12 November 1868 when he succeeded to the throne at the age of 15, following his father. The King ordered the second Royal Coronation to take place on 16 November 1873 when he reached the age of 20, and after being ordained into the monkhood for a time. The First Royal Command of…
“Now that all of you together grant me accession to the throne and anoint me to rule the Kingdom of Siam, I give permission by the tradition of Dhamma, concerning all plants And trees, streams and rivers in the Kingdom of Siam, if they do not belong to anybody, Let all the monks, Brahmins and all people do what they wish with them…” -
King Vajiravudh (Rama VI) performed his coronation twice. The first one was conducted on 11 November 1910. The King ordered the second Royal Coronation Ceremony to proceed on 2 December 1911, as a celebratory period for the nation and so that its international friends would have the opportunity to participate in the full ceremony. The First Royal Command is…
“Holy Brahmins, we shall always rule with righteousness, for the Benefit and happiness of all the people. We will look after you and the Heritage,be the refuge, protector and ruler to all with virtuousness. Let all live with ease.” -
King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) commanded his coronation to be performed on 25 February 1925. The First Royal Command is…
“Holy Brahmins, now we shall take full responsibility And rule the kingdom with righteousness, for the benefit And happiness of the people. We will look after you and the Heritage, be the refuge, protector and ruler to all with virtuousness.Let all live with ease.” - King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) passed away before being crowned in a Royal Coronation Ceremony.
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King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) had his coronation performed on 5 May 1950. The First Royal Command is…
“We will reign with righteousness, For the benefit and happiness of the Siamese people.” -
The Coronation of King Rama X, to be held on 4-6 May 2019, will be the 12th Royal Coronation Ceremony in the Rattanakosin period, and the first coronation in the Kingdom of Thailand in seven decades. His Majesty King Rama X presented the First Royal Command on 4 May 2019:
“We shall treasure, preserve, and build on our heritage and shall reign in righteousness for the great enduring good of the people.”
On this occasion, he delivered a royal address encouraging everyone in the grand assembly, as well as all Thai people, to join him in showing their intention to perform their duties by upholding national interests, progress, and stability, as well as achieving the happiness of the people as the ultimate goal.
At Assumption University of Thailand
Celebrating the Royal Coronation Day, the following significant activities were organized by Assumption University in the pass year:
On April 29, 2019, Holy Mass Conducted in Honor of His Majesty the King on the Blessed Occasion of the “Royal Coronation Ceremony.” The holy mass, dedicated to H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn on the auspicious occasion of the approaching Royal Coronation Ceremony, was conducted at the AU grand Chapel of St. Louis Marie de Montfort, Suvarnabhumi Campus .
On May 8, 2019, Homage Paid to H.M. the King on the Occasion of the Royal Coronation Ceremony. On the grand and auspicious occasion of the Royal Coronation Ceremony of H.M. King Vajiralongkorn (King RAMA X), the AU community members comprising management team, administrators, faculty members, staff and students, all clad in yellow attire, congregated to pledge their love, profound respect and loyalty to His Majesty for his “Long, Happy and Prosperous Reign.”
Led by Rev. Bro. Dr. Bancha Saenghiran, AU President-Rector Magnificus, the following activities were performed:
Tribute presented to H.M. the King by Rector Magnificus
Singing of the “Royal Anthem”
Reading of the Felicitous poems in Thai and English and Singing of the “Sadudee Jomracha” song.
Exhibition on the Royal Biography of HM King Maha Vajiralongkorn and the Royal Coronation Ceremony
Assumption University joins with the Thai nation in commemorating the Royal Coronation Ceremony BE 2562 with extensive exhibition at both Hua Mak and Suvarnabhumi campuses. The exhibition is divided into two parts: pre-coronation part featuring the King's biography and history of Coronation ceremony …Read more
Special Lecture on “The Royal Coronation Ceremony”
To significantly mark the approaching momentous “Royal Coronation Ceremony” of H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn, a very special lecture depicting the ancient, traditional and cultural heritage of the Thai customary royal practices, was organized at Assumption University. This valuable presentation clearly and interestingly presented in Thai at Suvarnabhumi Campus and in English at Hua Mak Campus respectively taking place on April 29, 2019 and April 30, 2019 attracted a full house of countless audience comprising AU administrators, faculty members, staff, students and interested individuals.
AU Blood Donation: A Tribute to the Coronation Ceremony of H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua
The charitable blood donation activity was recently organized by the AU Bernadette de Lourdes School of Nursing Science in collaboration with the Thai Red Cross Society. Gracing the occasion, Rev. Bro. Dr. Bancha Saenghiran, President-Rector Magnificus, extended the moral supports to blood donors which included faculty members, staff and students.
Sources:
The Government Public Relations Department. (2020, May 3). Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty King Rama X. https://thailand.prd.go.th/ewt_news.php?nid=9453&filename=index
The Government Public Relations Department. (2020, May 3). The Coronation of King Rama X B.E.2562 (2019) - Media Guide (English Version). https://thailand.prd.go.th/ewt_news.php?nid=9453&filename=index
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ประมวลองค์ความรู้ พระราชพิธีบรมราชาภิเษก
Homage Paid to H.M. the King on the Occasion of the Royal Coronation Ceremony (AU Hua Mak Campus)
