Delivery Worker Wins Lottery After Temple Visit in Nakhon Pathom

On August 13, 2026, a delivery worker identified as Mr. Wirat visited Wat Sawang Arom in Nakhon Pathom’s Nakhon Chai Si district to fulfill a vow. According to a report by Khaosod Online, the 40-year-old man had previously visited the temple while delivering goods to a customer. During that initial visit, he prayed to the 'Phra Ngoen Phra Thong' statues, which are widely revered by locals for granting good fortune.

Following his prayers, Mr. Wirat won the fourth prize in the national lottery with two tickets, totaling 80,000 baht. He returned to the temple on August 13 to offer items such as red soda as a gesture of gratitude for his winnings. The temple has become a notable destination for those hoping to replicate such luck, with many visitors arriving to offer thanks or seek blessings.

For travelers and residents, Wat Sawang Arom serves as a cultural site where traditional Thai beliefs regarding merit-making and fortune-seeking are actively practiced. While the temple is a popular local landmark, visitors should note that lottery outcomes are entirely based on chance. Whether the temple’s spiritual reputation influences one's personal experience remains a matter of individual belief, and no specific outcomes for future visitors can be confirmed.