King of Heart
Over the past sixty year, His Majesty the King has been, loved, and admired by Thai people throughout the country. His works of almost six decades include a variety of activities, which have enhanced on the Thai life. The three institutions that made up Thailand are the Nation, Buddhism, and Monarchy. His Majesty is indeed Thailand 's guiding light. In the past, Thailand has faced many political crisis but Thailand would not be what it is today without his help. Every time he speaks, everybody listens. No matter how bad the situation is, every one will listen to his word and interpret it the current situation. Over time, His Majesty the King has given leadership, inspiration, comfort, encouragement and wisdom to to not only the Thai people but also people around the world. According to the constitution, his role as a King is to be just a symbol. Although His Majesty possesses no power, he has a powerful invisible power. He has a trust and respect from his people. Although the book "The King Never Smile" by Paul M. Handley, which tried to convince both Thai non-Thai people to believe that His Majesty the King does not deserve his title of the most beloved king, but His Majesty definitely deserves this title because of what he has done for Thailand. His Majesty the King was born on December 5, 1927 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. He came to the throne on June 9, 1946. The meaning of his name is "Strength of the Land, incomparable Power." One of the events that all Thais remember about their king is at the Coronation Ceremony on May 5, 1950; he said an oath, which stated, "We will reign with righteousness for the benefit and happiness of the Siamese people"(HM The King). His Majesty 's actions since he became the king of Thailand have reflected his promise to increase the welfare and well-being of his people and the nation. The importance of the monarchy could be seen nearly everywhere in Thailand. The blue bar on the national
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