The portrait of the Late His Holiness Samdech Preah Akka Maha Sangharajadhipati Kitti Outes Pundit Tep Vong, Buddhist Supreme Patriarch of the Kingdom of Cambodia, has been displayed in Buddhist temples across the country, especially in Phnom Penh, in remembrance of his merit and dedication to the leading religion in Cambodia.
The senior monk who headed Cambodia’s Buddhist community passed away on Jan. 26, 2024 in Phnom Penh capital at the age of 93.
Senior Monk Ho Sarith at Lanka Pagoda in the downtown of Phnom Penh shared that the display of Venerable Tep Vong’s portrait at pagodas means to remember his priceless contribution to Buddhism in Cambodia.
He added that it also gives opportunities to Buddhist followers to pay respect to him, especially during the upcoming Khmer New Year next week.
Monk Dy Saran at Vimean Techeas Pagoda, also known as Srah Chak Pagoda, along Tonle Sap River in Phnom Penh, noted that most of the visitors to the monastery paid their respects to Venerable Tep Vong at the portrai
t.
He also highly valued the hard work and sacrifice of Venerable Tep Vong, not only for Buddhism but also for humanitarian purposes.
In terms of charity work, the Great Supreme Patriarch Venerable Tep Vong had mobilised resources to build schools, hospitals, roads, clean water wells, ponds, and beyond.
He also supported many of those trapped in poverty, as well as those with disabilities, illnesses, and injuries.
Since his death, his body has been kept at Ounalom pagoda, and religious ceremonies have been organised until June 4, when the body will be cremated.
Source: Agence Kampuchea Presse