Today, the day before His Majesty’s birthday on December 5, many Thais are changing their Facebook profile pictures to celebrate the King’s birthday.
While the photographs are very varied, most carry a message that offers best wishes to His Majesty on the occasion of his birthday and includes the words “Long Live The King of Thailand”. They also feature a commitment to undertake good deeds as a gift to the His Majesty, and to respect the King forever.
The messages most frequently posted are “We Love The King” and “Long Live The King”.