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THAILAND- CULTURE AND RELIGION. RELIGION + CULTURE: Thailand’s major religion is Buddhism. Over 95% of Thai people follow Buddhism. The god of Buddhism is Buddha. There are two different Buddha’s. A fat man and a skinny women. In the religion of Buddhism, men over 20 years old must practise at least 3 months of Monkhood. The Monk’s believe that if you have a pure and perfect life you will be re-born into the world as another human being. But if you did horrible things, you will be re-born as an insect or animal. The Monk’s do not buy food, but only accept food that is given to them. There are 97 Buddhist temples in Thailand. THE FIVE PRECEPTS:  1. Do not kill or harm living creatures on purpose  2. Do not steal  3. Do not be unfaithful to your partner  4. Do not make false speech. ( lying )  5. Do not take alcohol or drugs FESTIVALS: · Buddhist new year, first full moon in April. · Vesak, Buddha Day. · Magha Puja Day, Asalah Puja Day, Upostha, Kathina Ceremony, Abhidhamma Day, Loy Krathong, Ploughing Festival, Elephant Festival, Festival of the Tooth, Ulambana.