Regarding the tragic fire at the Lat Phrao beer brewery during the late night of 12 July 2026 into 13 July 2026, which caused many deaths and injuries, there were urgent calls for government agencies to provide compensation to those affected.
. Teacher Beer, a spiritual awakening figure, went live to criticize the calls for government compensation, asking why taxpayer money should be used to aid people who willingly went to entertainment venues, as it was neither a natural disaster nor a public accident. He added that Thai people tend to demand responsibility from others but fail to assess their own risks. He concluded by questioning the fairness of using public funds to pay when problems occur, despite individuals profiting when things are good, sparking social media debate.
Recently, singer Brian Gerrard Ukrit Willie Broad Don Gabriel, also known as Big D Gerrard, posted his opinion on the controversy about Teacher Beer, saying, “If awakening means lacking compassion, I prefer to keep sleeping.” This prompted many netizens to respond critically, with Big D engaging in rapid replies.
One netizen said, “Think again carefully. Most of your income comes from places like that, right? So you feel upset about Teacher Beer’s comments. People can choose safer, better places to go. This isn’t about lacking compassion but understanding if compassion is given to the right person or place.” Big D replied, “Compassion should be extended to everyone.”
Another netizen wrote, “You’re just posting to seek praise, but a backlash is coming.” Big D responded, “I’m not seeking anyone’s praise.” A third netizen said, “You got yourself into trouble with your words. This kind of thinking keeps you stagnant, no progress, believe me!” Big D replied, “The light of the stars never disappears, even when clouds cover them.”
A fourth netizen said, “True Dharma offers no comfort, only truth, which fools can’t accept. Here’s a quote from Teacher Daeng.” Big D responded, “Compassion upholds the world. Here’s a phrase from the Supreme Patriarch.” A fifth netizen commented, “You’re so desperate for attention.” Big D answered, “I have my own inner light, so I’m not desperate for anything.”
A sixth netizen said, “I like your music and the films you act in, but I don’t like this post. I’m not sure what religion you follow, but if not Buddhism, it’s understandable. No one wants loss to happen and compassion is normal. But Buddhist teachings are different. True Buddhists understand the intention behind messages, unless you follow the Shenzhen-style Buddhism.” Big D replied, “Compassion is one of the Four Divine Abodes and is necessary to keep the world from chaos.”
A seventh netizen said, “Stay quiet and the backlash might not come.” Big D replied, “I like the backlash. When I was a child, I went on field trips by bus.” An eighth netizen commented, “Almost got into trouble, bro.” Big D responded, “I’m already cool, little brother.” A ninth netizen said, “The comments aren’t what you expected, huh? Haha.” Big D said, “Comments can be anything. I’m just sharing my perspective.”
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