Holy Dormition Orthodox monastery in Ratchaburi province, Orthodox monastery in Ang Thong district, Thailand.
Description
The Holy Dormition Orthodox monastery features traditional Eastern Orthodox architectural elements including chapels, monastic living quarters, and communal areas designed for religious ceremonies and daily spiritual practices.
History
Founded in 2009 by Archimandrite Oleg under the auspices of the Russian Orthodox Church, this monastery represents one of the earliest Orthodox monastic establishments in Southeast Asia.
Culture
The monastery serves as a cultural bridge between Eastern Orthodox traditions and Thai society, hosting interfaith dialogues and educational programs that promote understanding of Orthodox Christianity in a predominantly Buddhist country.
Practical
Visitors can participate in Divine Liturgies following the tradition of St. John Chrysostom, with services conducted in multiple languages including Thai, Russian, and English to accommodate diverse congregations.
Did you know?
This monastery uniquely welcomes Orthodox Christian men of any nationality above twenty-one years old to join as novices, offering a rare opportunity for international monastic life in Thailand.
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