Phra Maha Thiranath denies misconduct and forgives accusers

MGR Online•Society•31m ago

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Phra Maha Thiranath of Wat Pa Phu Pha Sung affirms his readiness to forgive accusers after an investigation found no evidence of violating monastic discipline.

•The Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Office of Buddhism reported that no evidence was found to confirm Phra Maha Thiranath violated monastic discipline.
•Phra Maha Thiranath clarified that approximately 44 million baht since 1994 has been used for the restoration and development of the temple.
•Attorney Anantachai Chaidet of the Dharma Army Lawyer Foundation is responsible for deciding whether to take legal action against the accusers.

Overview

•The Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Office of Buddhism stated that evidence was insufficient to confirm Phra Maha Thiranath committed a violation of monastic discipline, resulting in no decision to impose monastic punishment.
•Phra Maha Thiranath stated that he is ready to forgive the accusers based on Buddhist teachings of compassion.
•Phra Maha Thiranath clarified that approximately 44 million baht involved in temple operations since 1994 was used for temple restoration and development.
•Attorney Anantachai Chaidet of the Dharma Army Lawyer Foundation is handling the matter of whether to pursue legal action against those who made accusations via anonymous letters.
•On September 16, 2026, reporters visited Wat Pa Phu Pha Sung where Phra Maha Thiranath was observed performing routine monastic duties and praying.
•Boonroem Khatpho, a tourist from Buriram, stated that the news did not change his faith in Phra Maha Thiranath and he continues to bring tour groups to the temple.

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Key Entities

Person

Phra Maha Thiranath Akkathiro(พระมหาธีรนาถ อคฺคธีโร)

The monastic leader of Wat Pa Phu Pha Sung who was investigated for alleged monastic discipline violations.

Attorney Anantachai Chaidet(ทนายอนันต์ชัย ไชยเดช)

A lawyer associated with the Dharma Army Lawyer Foundation responsible for legal proceedings in this case.

Boonroem Khatpho(บุญเริ่ม ขัดโพธิ์)

A 60-year-old tourist from Buriram and tour operator who maintains faith in Phra Maha Thiranath.

Place

Wat Pa Phu Pha Sung(วัดป่าภูผาสูง)

A temple in Sung Noen District, Nakhon Ratchasima, also known as Wat Phra Borommathat Chedi Sri Phu Pha Sung.

Nakhon Ratchasima Province(จังหวัดนครราชสีมา)ℹ️

The province where Wat Pa Phu Pha Sung is located.

Organization

Dharma Army Lawyer Foundation(มูลนิธิทนายกองทัพธรรม)

A foundation represented by Attorney Anantachai Chaidet regarding the legal actions against accusers.

Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Office of Buddhism(สำนักงานพระพุทธศาสนาจังหวัดนครราชสีมา)

The government agency that issued the result of the investigation into the accusations against Phra Maha Thiranath.