Keep ringing the bells, but not too loudly

Twin condominium buildings are seen located next to a bell tower of Wat Sai, a temple in Bangkok’s Bang Kholaem district. A condominium resident has complained over the louse noise of temple bell ringing early in the morning, and been fiercely condemned by some netizens.

Iam quite sure I am a minority, especially among Thais, but I cannot help but feel sympathy for a condominium resident who has been caught up in a temple bellringing drama. Many people have complained that she is ignorant of Thai culture and tradition, and some chastised her on social media. Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang meanwhile is summoning her for an “attitude-adjustment” session.

Many netizens say they acted in defence of Buddhism and the temple, Wat Sai located in Bangkok’s Bang Kholaem district, in question.

We have to admit that Thais are not very sensitive to noise. Not many regard noise as pollution. Noises from temples of any faith can be tolerated.