"General Goong" has been ordained for one Buddhist Lent at Wat Pa Sri Khunaram, receiving the dharma name "Phra Boonsin Chotipanyo." The ordination is dedicated to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives and to Thai citizens who died in the Thai-Cambodian border clashes.
On 9 June 2026, reporters reported that a Facebook page "FC General Goong, General Boonsin Padklang" posted images on social media reporting the activities of General Boonsin Padklang, or General Goong, advisor to the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army and former Commander of the 2nd Army Region, stating that he has entered the monkhood and been ordained as a Buddhist monk.
Phra Boonsin Chotipanyo, or General Goong, also sent a message to the Thai people: "I, General Boonsin Padklang (General Goong), was ordained as a Buddhist monk on 9 June 2026 at Wat Pa Sri Khunaram, receiving the dharma name 'Phra Boonsin Chotipanyo.' On this occasion, I respectfully ask for forgiveness from everyone if at any time in the past I have offended anyone through my actions, words, or thoughts, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Please kindly forgive me.
With this ordination, my intention is to study the Dhamma and Vinaya, practice meditation, and dedicate merit throughout the one Buddhist Lent to Thai soldiers and citizens who died defending the nation's sovereignty during the recent Thai-Cambodian conflict. I sincerely thank everyone for their continual support and good wishes. I also rejoice in the merit of all. May the Triple Gem and the merit from this ordination bless all of you and your families with good health, happiness, and prosperity always."
Previously, on 26 April 2026, the former General Goong revealed that after paying respects to Phra Thepwacharadhammasophon (Luang Pu Sila) at Wat Suan Tham Piti, he requested ordination and received the monastic robes and equipment. After learning of his intention, Luang Pu kindly bestowed the robes and monastic items for auspiciousness. General Boonsin Padklang, advisor to the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army and former Commander of the 2nd Army Region, planned to ordain for one Buddhist Lent, approximately three months, to dedicate merit to fallen soldiers who sacrificed their lives defending national sovereignty, as well as civilians and personnel who died in all battlefields. He recognized that these sacrifices were made for the country, people, and Thai land. The ordination was conducted simply, without elaborate ceremonies. After ordination, he intends to focus on meditation practice, study the Dhamma and Vinaya, and live strictly according to Buddhist teachings.