Buddhist ceremony [1961]

The ordination ceremony at Vat Xieng Mouane Vajiramangalaram in 1961. The Sangharaj Dhammayana Mahathera (Bounthan Boupharat) Vat Mai Suvannaphoumaram is the preceptor, Sathou Nyai Khamfanh Silasangvara Mahathera Abbot of Vat Khili is the right-hand prayer and Sathou Nyai Khamchan Virachitto Abbot of Vat Saen Sukharam is the left-hand prayer. This photo shows that the new ordained monk and lay people praying respect to the Triple Gems. The man who holding flowers bowl is Mr. Maha Chanpheng Phetmeuangxoua.

Original material consists of: silver gelatine DOP print.