9 images in the heart of King Rama IX

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej He was a monarch who reigned for 70 years, during his reign he performed tens of thousands of royal duties. in order to treat suffering and nourish happiness for the Thai people, with all 9 of the following images The image of King Rama IX in the hearts and memories of the entire Thai people that will be engraved for a long time to come.

 reign 

67 years ago, on May 5, 1950, His Majesty the King graciously set up the coronation ceremony according to ancient royal traditions. Commemorating His Majesty's name as inscribed in Phra Suphanbat 'His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Mahitalathibet Ramathibodi Chakri Narueb Dinthorn Siam Minthrathirat Borommanatbophit' bestowed the Royal Command that “We will rule the land with righteousness. for the benefit and happiness of the Siamese people.”



 monkhood 

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej He was ordained for 15 days between 22 October - 5 November 1956 at the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. He was given the nickname 'Bhumibol Bhikkhu' during the monkhood The monks of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej performed royal duties. Strictly like all monks



 Phra Sweat Drops 

royal portrait while there was a drop of sweat on the tip of his nose It is a picture that reflects His Majesty's hard work. which inspires all Thai people to have the will to work in their duties with full force



 restored the opium plantation 

Back in the year 1964, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Highness traveled to the high mountain in the north He saw the poor living conditions of the hill tribes. Upstream forests were destroyed. to grow opium and shifting cultivation Therefore, he has the idea that "For the villagers to stop growing opium", which was the beginning of the Royal Project in 1969 that resulted in the improvement of the lives of the hill tribes.


 develop rural areas throughout Thailand 

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Highness spent the entire reign Visit local residents all regions of the country especially in rural areas to visit the well-being of the people In addition, he studied and researched various information. by himself with maps or documents made him aware of the problems and sufferings of the people After that, he invented a royal initiative. to develop and solve problems in each area



 receiving lotus flowers 

Picture of King Rama IX receiving lotus flowers from Mae Tao Tum Chanthanit, an elderly woman who is welcoming him in Nakhon Phanom Province. which is the first royal visit to the people of the northeastern region The old lady was waiting to welcome her with three pink lotus flowers. From morning to afternoon, the sunlight burned until the lotus flower in my hand withered. when the King arrived The old woman lifted three wilted lotuses above her head to show her deepest devotion. He bent himself down until his face was nearly touching the old woman's head. He smiled gently. which is the most familiar and impressive image of Thai people


 visit abroad 

His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej His Highness traveled abroad both in America and Europe. in order to develop good relations and spread culture for the world to see as evident This portrait while seated in a royal chariot during a parade around New York during his visit to the United States In July 1960, the Thai people were very pleased with his majesty.



 filial piety king 

One of the important virtues that he has always adhered to and practiced is 'gratitude', whereby King Rama IX treated Somdej Phra Srinagarindra Boromarajonani with a heart of gratitude. About a year before Somdet Ya passed away. His Majesty King Rama IX traveled from Chitralada Palace Go to Sra Pathum Palace in the evening every day. to eat with mom 5 days a week, to talk to mom, to refresh her heart Every time the King visits go see Somdej Ya He will bow down to the lap Then Somdej Ya would always pull the King into her embrace and kiss her cheek.



 came out the window 

On June 9, 2006, it was once again in the lives of all Thai people who cannot forget. with important historical pictures His Majesty King Rama IX went out at the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall. Dusit Palace On this occasion, the people who came to see filled the courtyard of the Dusit Palace until along Ratchadamnoen Nok Road They were all dressed in yellow shirts. Decorated with the emblem of the 60th anniversary celebrations