In the news: The controversy over the wealthy Dhammakaya temple has revived fears over the state of Buddhism in a nation where 95 of the population adhere to the faith. — Reuters
BANGKOK: Tensions between Thai police and a powerful Buddhist sect have spiked this week after an arrest warrant was issued for an abbot at the centre of an alleged multi-million dollar scandal.
The controversy over the wealthy Dhammakaya temple, which is renowned for its influential allies and colourful displays of mass devotion, has revived fears over the state of Buddhism in a nation where 95% of the population adhere to the faith.
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