Wai Khru

Wai Khru is a traditional Thai ceremony where students pay respect to their teachers, acknowledging their guidance and wisdom. Often held at schools, it involves students presenting flowers or offerings to teachers, accompanied by prayer and homage through a respectful gesture called the "wai," which involves placing the palms together and bowing slightly. This ceremony emphasizes gratitude, humility, and the importance of learning, fostering a sense of reverence and connection between students and educators. Wai Khru reflects Thailand’s cultural values of respect and honoring those who impart knowledge.