Introductory description: King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand entered and stayed in the monkhood for 15 days from Monday, 22 October 2499 BE (1956 CE), to Monday, 5 November 2499 BE (1956 CE), during which he was known as the priest Bhumibala (according to his official name card) or Bhumibalo (according to popular sources).
Specific description: The priest Bhumibala whilst residing at a hall called Tamnak Panya, within Wat Bowonniwet Wihan, on 5 November 2499 BE (1956 CE).