Animal sacrifices to gargoyle-like statue of occult ‘god of wealth’ in Bangkok alarm pet lovers

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Devotees of the half-man, half-bird deity believe he can bring them financial windfalls. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Mr Nattuwut Rattanasuk, a devotee of Khru Kai Kaeo who is also reportedly related to the sculptor of the statue, has dispelled the advice on animal sacrifices as misguided.

Mr Nattuwut, the founder of a Hindu Ganesha shrine in central province Nonthaburi instead suggested that fruits and sweets be presented as offerings to Khru Kai Kaeo. “Even if you believe in a belief, you need to be clear about whether it is right or not, whether it has a benefit or not. Don’t fall into beliefs that cause pain,” he said, estimated that the popularity of Khru Kai Kaeo might last up to a year, similar to previous fleeting trends in Thai society.

 

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