Ananda Krishnan Son Monk: The third-richest man in Malaysia’s son, Ajahn Siripanyo, went to Thailand when he was eighteen to see his mother, Momwajarongse Suprinda Chakraban, and her family. The abbot of the Dtao Dum Monastery, which is located close to the Thailand-Myanmar border, is Ven. Ajahn Siripanyo, who has been a forest monk for about 20 years. His biography is similar to the plot of Robin Sharma’s best-selling book “The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari,” in which Julian Mantle, a wealthy lawyer, sacrifices his material fortune in order to achieve spiritual enlightenment.
From Billionaire’s Son to Buddhist Monk
The son of Ananda Krishnan, the third-richest man in Malaysia with a net worth of over Rs 40,000 crore, Ajahn Siripanyo gave up his affluent lifestyle at the age of 18 in order to become a Buddhist monk.
Who is Ananda Krishnan?
Known by many as “AK,” Ananda Krishnan’s business includes media, oil, gas, telecommunications, and real estate. Aircel, which formerly sponsored the Chennai Super Kings of the IPL, was owned by him.
From Britain to Thailand: Ajahn Siripanyo’s Royal Roots
At the age of 18, Ajahn Siripanyo travelled to Thailand to visit his mother’s family after growing up in the UK with his two sisters. Momwajarongse Suprinda Chakraban, his mother, is a member of the Thai royal dynasty.
Ajahn Siripanyo: Life-Altering Decision
Ajahn Siripanyo was raised in a wealthy family in London, but at the age of 18, he decided to follow Buddhist teachings and live a modest life as a monk.
Ajahn Siripanyo: The Forest Monk
Siripanyo has been a forest monk for more than 20 years, mostly at Dtao Dum Monastery on the border between Thailand and Myanmar.
Ajahn Siripanyo: A Multilingual Scholar
He speaks at least eight languages fluently and had his education in the United Kingdom. He does, however, periodically get back in touch with his family, even taking private plane trips.
Ajahn Siripanyo: Balancing Monkhood and Family
Siripanyo balances his spiritual obligations with his familial responsibilities by visiting his father when necessary, despite his dedication to monasticism.