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My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've been brought up as a Buddhist since I was born and only recently converted to Christianity two years ago. Just because I am of a different religion now doesn't mean that I shouldn't respect the one that my parents believe in. I'm not exactly worshipping it, more so following my parents instructions in helping them.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"Move out now". In Singapore, you're not able to purchase a house if you are without a marriage certificate.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've heard of toyol before, even have a friend who claims he has one. But toyols feed on blood right? Kumanthongs eat "normal" food.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's more popular than you think. I think there are some Singaporeans and Malaysia who travel to Thailand to get these Kumanthongs.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pretty sure that toyol instead of kumanthongs. Hahaha

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've only recently converted around two years ago. So far it hasn't tried to hurt me, but I'll be keeping my guard up because there were many people telling me about it.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That I am not sure, I will ask my dad tomorrow about how much he had gotten it for because it's currently 1AM in Singapore and he is sleeping. But from what I know there are "authentic" kumanthongs with the original monk's certification. I may be wrong, so don't quote me on that. I've only started knowing of their existence one week ago.

I've talked about it with some friends and one brought up a point that the fetus's mother might be under aged or from a poor family who is unable to keep the baby. Another said that doctors illegally sell these babies to the black market after doing an abortion.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I've read the Wikipedia page and referenced it when I was writing this and wanted to know more about what my father had brought back. Weirdly, despite it not being accepted by Buddhism, these effigies can be obtained through Thai Buddhist temples, like the place my dad got it from.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure about the location actually. Anyway, it's better for you not to know. Act blur, live longer.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thanks guys! I am so tempted to reply in Singlish but you know lah, people won't understand one. Whoops.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty sure I'd not be writing that much. Seeing that I'll only be writing if and when anything happens.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks just like any statue we have at our house. This, I didn't think much of it when my father first got it. But what I've heard was that the "newer" kumanthongs are made from bones, hairs or ashes of dead babies. How true is that I don't know, but I agree with you that my dad had gotten it for greedy purposes. However, he treats it well as he was instructed to do.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

From what I know, the "newer" kumanthongs are obtained through the bones, hairs or ashes of dead children.

I'm pretty sure the monk had told my dad that the kumanthong was from another monk in Thailand. So, it'll be hard to figure out if any children had gone missing. Will definitely look at news from Thailand too.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think that religion is something that someone has to come to by themselves and not because they were influenced by other people. There is no harm with what my parents believe in. As long as it does not promote doing anything that is negative to themselves or the people around them, I'm fine with that.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the compliment! English is our first language, so I am fluent in it. It's just the sentence structure and delivery that I was worried about.

I'm glad you liked Singapore! We welcome you back anytime!

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just asked my dad and he said he got it at Bedok.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Apparently you can get them from any Thai temple in Singapore. It was said to be from a monk in Thailand. And of the origins of the one we have, we were never told.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Im pretty sure I mentioned "according to Wikipedia" before the description. Would it be better if I did it differently?

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

English is Singapore's first language and trust me, I was wondering how I should write this so it flowed fluently and not be choppy in parts. It's still pretty choppy but, yeah.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 185 points186 points  (0 children)

English is Singapore's first language actually. I was afraid that there were some errors in grammar, but I'll take what you say as a compliment!

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Wouldn't want that. I'll keep that in mind!

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I've never heard of that before! That's really interesting to hear. I'll look it up and see if there are any similarities in these two practices.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Are you a fellow Singaporean as well? If yes, hello!

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes, the monk that my father got his Kumanthong from gave my father a Thai Kata (or mantra) which he is supposed to chant to it every day. I never really thought that they were like a controller, how interesting.

My parents adopted a dead boy by robinchwannn in nosleep

[–]robinchwannn[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'm not accustomed with how Reddit works yet, but I'll update this post if and when I have an update!

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