The spiritual gold foil ritual in Thailand | Mutelu Ep 3 | Coconuts TV

Why are Buddhists in Thailand covering statues, their faces & tongue in gold foil?

Mutelu encompasses traditional sacred practices that are still prevalent in Thailand. In this episode, we unveil the rituals involved with using this sacred gold foil, and why some worshippers would go as far as driving across the country to partake in this long-standing practice.

Want more Mutelu? Watch the other episodes here-
Ep 1 - What's that about black magic in Thailand? -    • What's that about black magic in Thai...  
Ep 2 - Exploring the sacred rituals around the elephant-headed god Ganesh -    • Thailand's sacred rituals with elepha...  
Ep 4 - Thailand’s Coffin Ceremony & Elephant Walking Ritual -    • Thailand’s Coffin Ceremony & Elephant...  

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