At a special meeting on April 12, 2021 at 18:00 regarding the present rise in numbers of cases infected with the Covid-19 Coronavirus throughout Thailand, Ajahn Kevali representing the Sangha of Wat Pah Nanachat, and the monastery’s lay disciples decided to temporarily close the monastery again, in order to reduced the risk of infections in within the monastery grounds.
Similar to the situation in 2020, this means that presently all almsrounds are cancelled. However there is the opportunity to deposit food —especially raw and uncooked— at the monastery gate between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m., which will then be cooked and processed by a team of in-house kitchen volunteers, and presented to the monastic community for their daily meal.
Ajahn Kevali would like to genuinely apologize for any inconveniences caused by the shutting down of the monastery —especially on such short notice. May these acts of caution and restraint support the subduing of the pandemic and guarantee the safety of the Sangha, all faithful lay supporters, and the wider population of Thailand. The Sangha would like to express their wholehearted appreciation for all the support it is receiving, and wishes that it may be a cause for long lasting peace, happiness and safety for all.
Poster in Thai announcing the temporary closure of Wat Pah Nanachat and the stopping of the traditional alms round for the local community.