Buzzing: Prachin Buri villagers seek lottery luck from beehive ritual

Lottery enthusiasts in Prachin Buri province were not disappointed as they performed a ritual seeking luck from a beehive, eagerly awaiting the revelation of numbers for the upcoming lottery draw on March 16.

Villagers from a community in Bo Thong sub-district, Kabin Buri district, led by the elder people yesterday, gathered with offerings of flowers, incense, and candles to perform a ceremony, asking for blessings from the local deities to bestow fortune upon them.

After about an hour, a swarm of bees emerged, with the queen bee pushing out four pieces of paper with numbers that had been previously placed into the hive.

The numbers revealed—1, 6, 9, 8—were met with excitement as villagers captured the moment on their phones to use these numbers for the upcoming lottery draw. The ritual reflects a deep-rooted belief in the supernatural and the desire for prosperity, which remains a vibrant part of local culture.

The practice of seeking numbers from natural or supernatural sources for lottery luck is widespread in Thailand, where many believe that these methods can bring about windfalls.

This event in Prachin Buri is just one example of the blend of tradition and hope for fortune that captivates the hearts of many ahead of lottery draws.

As the villagers anticipate the draw date, the practice underscores the enduring allure of luck and the lengths to which people will go to secure a chance at financial gain, reported KhaoSod.

In similar news, in Surin Province, a spirited ceremony marked the relocation of a spirit house at the police flats, drawing lottery enthusiasts seeking auspicious numbers. Led by the district’s police chief, officers participated in the ritual, conducted by a local Brahmin.

Offerings were made, including pig heads, revealing the lucky number 275. Excitement surged as attendees hoped for lottery success, anticipating a big band performance if the digits matched.