ROYAL AMULETS COLLECTION OF PHRA SOMDEJ TOH

The Legend of Phra Somdej Toh

Somdej Toh was born in 17 April B.E.2331 in the 7th years of Groong Rattanagosin era of King Rama 1st. Even though Somdej To may act rather unfashionably but never capriciously he had been known as a highly eccentric monk. The legend has is that King Rama the fourth favord him a great deal. it was also known that King was a true expert on astrology and astronomy to the extent that he could even predict the solar eclipse in advance. The king together with his son along with the diplematic corps proceeded to WhaKoh in Prachaub and withnessed the solar eclipse - an event which surprised everyone-concerning his ability in mathematical and astrological prediction.

He studied the Buddhist scriptures of the Pāli Canon with several Buddhist masters. After becoming a well-known monk, he became the preceptor for Prince Mongkut, later King Rama IV, when Mongkut became a monk. During Rama IV's reign Somdej Toh was given the ceremonial name Phra Buddhacharn Toh Phomarangsi.

He was noted for the skill of his preaching and his use of Thai poetry to reflect the beauty of Buddhism, and for making amulets call Somdej. The amulets were blessed by himself and other respected monks in Thailand. 

He also appears in many versions of the story of the ghost  Mae Nak Phra Khanong. It is believe that his preaching even subdue the famous lady ghost Nak. 

Royal Amulets - Phra Somdej Collections

Above is Phra Somdej Amulet made by LP Mui - 2512 - Wat Don Rai

Above is Phra Somdej specially made for Thai Navy Soldier. Pray and Kahta chanting by many temples LP and together with Thai King.

To those interested please contact us (012 579 2830/016 203 8595) - RM280

Above is Phra Somdej  made by Chao Kun Noor, Wat Dhepsirin, Bangkok - BE2513

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Above is Phra Somdej  from Chainat - 2555

ROYAL AMULETS COLLECTION OF LP THUAD

The Legend of Luang Phor Thuad

LP Thuad is the Holy Disciple. He begin learning about Buddhism in a nearby temple in his home town Singora at the age of 5. He is very talented and mastered all subjects his teacher could guide him within a year. From time to time he went to other temples over the hill and across the jungle to acquire teaching everyday.

He became a monk at the age of 12 and devoted full time study in Dharma. To learned and study Buddhism further he travel to Ayudthaya, Bangkok where many Pagodas and Learned Monks.

During his journey from Singora to Bangkok, happen a heavy storm and the boat that he and other passengers on board become jolted. here comes the legend where LP Thuad did 2 miracle things.

the first is where he stretched his leg out from the boat and the storm was pacified and the second thing is when he use his leg to drew a circle on the sea and told everyone to draw the water from the circle as drinking water. The boatmen and passengers has tasted the water inside the circle and the water that is out of the circle he drew and the water outside of the drew circle tasted salty. All are amazed and here born the legend of LP Thuad.

Another miracle from LP Thuad is when other neigboring country try to test out the monks achievement in Thai, they brought together with them 84000 words in 12 bowls. These words are to be arrange to form a sutra within a week. LP Thuad are invited to the Palace at the very last minutes and began to arrange the words with closed eyes. After a quarter hours he suddenly told those officers that there are 5 words missing and those officers from neighbouring country are amazed and quickly take out those missing words. Within awhile he arranged the whole words to form a complete sutra and LP Thuad name has become well-known throughout the country. He was looked upon as saintly Buddhist monk in Thai history.

He was the Abbot of the temple in Patani, famous Wat ChangHai. Over hundred of years he practising Buddhism and helping out many people that is in danger without them knowing it. He live till age of 120 years old.

LP Thuad Collection

Above is a bronze made LP Thuad from Wat Putthathiwat - Serial Number 222

Above is LP Thuad made by PoTan Lek himself

Above is LP Thuad made by Ahjan Tim - Wat Changhai - Yr2508-2509 (SOLD)

To those interested, please contact us (012-579 2830 / 016-203 8595) - Selling for RM500

Above is another LP Thuad made by Ahjan Tim - Wat ChangHai - Yr2508 (SOLD)

To those interested, please contact us (012-579 2830 / 016-203 8595)- Selling for RM600

Above is LP Thuad from Wat ChangHai

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Phor Than Lek - Kelantan

Phor Than Lek - Part I

The First Great Monk that I'm dedicating to is Phor Than Lek of Wat Ariyakiri, Aril Kelantan.

Phor Than Lek is my grandmother's brother's in law's father, sounds far but we all felt bonded together as a family.  My parents did met with him before and PT Lek was a great monk.  As a monk, PT Lek did not touch money, a young boy ("jong" in Thai) always followed the monk and helped managing the money.  Will write PT Lek story one day...

Do you know...

the reason why you place cup of water on your altar is not for the God to drink (except Kumanthong) but to remind all Buddhists to have heart and soul as pure as water.  Anyway, my Kumanthong(s) love Fanta so much!

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Welcome Page

Sawadee krup!
To all future Buddhas around the world, welcome to my first blog dedicated to Buddhism, Thai amulets and great monks.  


It all started from...
I was born in Kelantan and have been exposed to many stories of black magics, supernaturals, great healing powers and other unexplainable incidents.  These experiences made me believe that ghosts and Gods do exist.  I've been very cautious specially involving spiritual matters and always wear amulets to protect myself from harm and dangerous.  We are all afraid of things which we can't see.

Don't get me wrong guys, I'm not a superstitious person.  Graduated from IT showed me that science is just the tip of an iceberg and many things can't be proved by it.  My wish that we all be enlighten one day. 


How it was started...
As a buddhist myself (and very fortunate to be one), I love collecting Thai amulets and buchas (statues) many years ago.  Most of them are given by my parents, relatives and friends.  I started hiring Thai amulets 6 years ago and it just keep going.  At fist I've been cheated by seller who sold fake amulets to me (a lot of money too) and I'm glad to learn the lesson, and all the best to him anyway.


What we need...
People always turn to spiritual powers and helps from God when they are in trouble, but in fact all we need is a guidance not solution.  Belief is the reason we wear Thai amulets and it's so obvious that people only wear amulets for 3 things:
1. Boost Wealth and Luck (achievement) 
2. Increase Attraction / Confidence (love)
3. Safety (also health)
Not so far different from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs eh??  Go figure!


Thai amulets help...
Have you ever wonder how an amulet able to help the bearer in achieving the needs?  Where does the power comes from?  Who's answering your prayer?  The theory is quite simple, I will try to explain in layman.  I'm from IT, remember?  Layman to people is what I do.

When someone is cursing you with foul language, you will feel the pain inside or even angry but that person might not even need to be physically in contact with you yet you feel it.  That is because when you curse, you are expressing your inner anger through the tone of your voice producing negative wavelength and affecting people who hear it.  The result is so strong that it even affect body cells (this is proven by science though). 


The few factors...
The type of sacred materials, chanting and yant used, the monk's blessing are all meant to "inject positive messages" into the amulets.  Some with spirits reside in the amulets.  Just like burning DVD.  You laugh but I think you got it!

The wearer of amulets will be protected by the spirits, Gods, or the fairies because of the yant/chanting.  When in danger, your Thai amulet will be "activated" to prevent or reduce the damage that might happen to you.  Just like a panic button, but works in a mysterious way!

But hey.... it's all about Karma.  Always do good deeds to people.


But how Chanting and Yants works...
I'll talk about that next time if you like to hear it


Kop Khun Krap...
This blog is to share Thai amulets of my own collection, and also for trade.  Your valuable feedback are welcome!  



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