Venerable Chao Khun Keng Vinayadhamma Vidhes (Ajahn Keng Khemako) is a Singaporean ordained in the Thai Forest Tradition. He is recognised by both Singaporeans and Thais alike for his contributions to Buddhism, and was the first Singaporean monk ordained in Thai tradition to be conferred the high-ranking title of Chao Khun by the H.M. The King of Thailand.

A true forest monk, Ajahn prefers to dwell in forests and caves deep within the jungles of Thailand and Malaysia to practice intensive meditation. However, he often returns to Singapore to propagate the Dharma, teach meditation and help his devotees. He is humorous and delivers interesting Dharma talks. He was ordained in 1987 under the recommendation of Thanissaro Bhikkhu (Ajahn Geoffrey). Ajahn Keng was conferred the title of “Chao Khun” in 2013 by the King of Thailand. Chao Khun Keng is the current Abbott of Santi Forest Monastery (JB, Malaysia) and the President of Palelai Buddhist (Singapore) and Wat Pa Doi Charen Tham (Omkoi). Citation: https://buddhistlibrary.org.au