| Coronation of King Bhumibol Adulyadej | |
| Venue: | Grand Palace |
| Location: | Bangkok, Thailand |
Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX) was crowned King of Thailand on 5 May 1950 at the Grand Palace, Bangkok.[1] He ascended the throne at the age of 18 upon the death of his older brother King Ananda Mahidol (Rama VIII) nearly four years prior, on 9 June 1946.
Brahmins collect water to be blessed for use in thesong muratha bhisek ceremony, a form of ritual purification in which holy water is poured over the head of the king.
In a ceremony is held at the ubosot of the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, a golden plaques are inscribed with the King's official title and horoscope, and the royal seal of state is engraved.
The seal and plaques are transferred from the temple to Phaisan Thaksin Throne Hall.
The song muratha bhisek ceremony is performed at the Chakraphat Phiman royal residence. It is to be followed by an anointing ceremony in the Phra Thinang Phaisan Thaksin throne hall. Then, King Bhumibol proceeds to the Bhadrapitha throne and sits under the nine-tiered umbrella, where the chief Brahmin presents him with the golden plaque bearing his official title, the royal regalia, the ancient and auspicious arders, and the weapons of sovereignty. After the coronation, the King issues his first command.