Culture
Chonburi Man Offers 8,900 Eggs at Local Temple After Lottery Success
A local resident fulfilled a vow at Wat Woraprot Sangkhawat by offering thousands of eggs following a series of lottery wins.
On September 6, 2026, a 44-year-old resident of Si Racha, Chonburi, named Damrong, visited Wat Woraprot Sangkhawat in Phan Thong district to perform a merit-making ritual. According to Khaosod Online, the man brought 8,900 chicken eggs to offer at the shrine of Thao Wessuwan, a deity often associated with wealth and protection in Thai folk belief.
Damrong stated that he felt compelled to fulfill this vow after experiencing a streak of 10 consecutive lottery wins, culminating in a significant prize. During the ceremony, he presented the eggs alongside red roses and beverages as part of his traditional thanksgiving ritual. Following the offering, he drew a set of numbers from a ping-pong ball container, revealing the number 570, which drew significant attention from onlookers and local lottery enthusiasts hoping for similar fortune in the upcoming September 16, 2026, draw.
For travelers and residents, this event highlights the vibrant role of local temples in community life and the enduring popularity of lottery-related traditions in Thailand. While such rituals are a common cultural practice, it is important to note that these activities are based on personal belief and local folklore. The outcome of future lottery draws remains entirely a matter of chance, and there is no evidence to suggest that such rituals influence the results of state-sanctioned gambling.