Ban Grong Greng - Wat Grung See Jayrin

Wat Grung See Jayrin

Wat Grung See Jayrin (Thai: วัดกรุงศรีเจริญ), which means temple of the city of renowned progress, is more commonly referred to simply as Wat Grong Greng (Thai: วัดโกรงเกรง). This Theravada Buddhist temple is where villagers of Ban Grong Greng and surrounding villages hold their funeral ceremonies. Funerals at Wat Grong Greng involve a procession around the temple, chanting and meditation, and burning of the deceased's body. Prior to a funeral at Grong Greng, families typically hold a wake in the deceased's home where family, friends and neighbors can pay their respects to the deceased. Items brought to the wake, such as flower arrangements, photographs of the deceased, and mementos from the deceased's life are carried in the funeral procession. Black clothing is customarily worn by those in mourning, if available. Religious activities and ceremonies other than funerals are typically held at nearby Wat Sam Ruen in Ban Sam Ruen.