My Amulets Showcase

Sharing something from the north.
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Pra Kong Kuang, Luang Phor Sodh, Wat Paknam Roon 4, 2514

Needless to introduce, Wat Paknam amulets are one of the most proven, popular and evergreen amulets that almost all collectors will keep one in his box. As of current year, B.E 2562 (2019), the temple has issued the batch Roon 9 already.

In the year B.E 2493 (1950) Luang Phor Sodh started creating amulets as gifts for donors who assist in contribution of the building of a large Dhamma school in Wat Paknam. One who donated 25 Baht during that time would receive an amulet as gift from his hand. It was widely recorded that Luang Phor Sodh (B.E 2427 (1884) to B.E 2502 (1959), chanted and concreted Roon Reak to Roon 3 of Pra Kong Kuang (the Present Buddha) amulets. One of the material Luang Phor Sodh gathered for making these amulets was chalk powder from his good friend Luang Phor Peung from Wat Sawang Arom Rat, Suphan Buri.

It was believed that 10 different moulds had been used for the entire production for each batch of amulets. A total of about 84,000 pieces were made which has a very special meaning in Theravada Buddhism; "84,000 Dhammakkhandha" (Dhamma teachings) which is the traditional Theravada description of the complete Buddha's Teaching. Of course, in the commentaries (atthakatha) it is explained in this way:
- Sutta pitaka consists of 21,000 Dhammakkhandhas
- Vinaya pitaka consists of 21,000 Dhammakkhandhas &
- Abhidhamma pitaka consists of 42,000 Dhammakkhandhas

Roon Reak was released from B.E 2493 (1950). During that era where moulding technique was not perfect and made by hand, this batch was not consistence in appearance, and some were “out-of-shape”. The first batch in B.E 2493, about 40% of the amulets were brushed with lacquer and 60% were unfinished; the second batch in B.E.2494, the same molds as the 1st batch, all amulets brushed with lacquer; and the third batch were made in B.E 2499 (1955), using both old and new moulds. Because it’s very difficult to differentiate the lacquer-brushed amulets between the 1st and 2nd batches, so all lacquer-brushed amulets are assumed as the 1st batch, Roon Reak.

The 4th Batch or Roon 4 was called the Roon Tummakan Roon See and created by Luang Por Sodh's disciple Pra Tummatirarah Mahah Munee, the then abbot of Wat Paknam after Luang Por Sod passed away. Roon 4 was chanted for one rain retreat or Khao Phansa which is 3 months in B.E 2514 (1971). The amulets were distributed to lay people on 23th October B.E 2515 (1972). By B.E 2527 (1984), this batch of amulets were completely distributed to devotees after 10 years.

The 4th Batch or Roon 4, is more appealing to collectors due to a few reasons although the price factor is the primarily consideration. Other than the basic similar ingredients from previous batches, Roon 4 consisted of mixed broken or rejected pieces of the Roon 1, 2 and 3. Roon 4 was also designed to be larger in size compared to earlier Roon 3 where the dimensions were perfect for daily wearing. Also, another reason was that a significant advanced in perfecting the mould, after 3 batches, resulted in better detailed forming in pressing and texture of the final products. All these factors proved to be a popular choice for both wearers and collectors.

It was also widely believed by most Thais that earlier batch of Roon 4 released in B.E 2514 (1971) was the last batch that were blessed and chanted by Luang Phor Sodh. There were later batch also known as Roon 4 that was released after B.E 2514 (1971).

So... this is my random collection

“Phra Somdej RatSaMee (Ray of Light) Roon Reak” “พระสมเด็จรัศมี รุ่นแรก”
Luang Phor Sakorn Wat Nong Grap, Rayong

This amulet was consecrated for a period of about 5 years between B.E 2503 to 2508 (1960 to 1965) in Wat Lahairai, Rayong, together with Luang Phu Thim. It was during the period when Luang Phor Sakorn, was still a devoted student of Luang Phor Thim, spent his rain retreats in Wat Lahairai. However, it should be noted that this Somdej is widely recorded to be made in B.E 2503 (1960).

In the year B.E 2508 (1965) when Luang Phor Sakorn moved to Wat Nong Grap to become the temple abbot, he then asked Luang Phu Thim permission to distribute this batch of Somdej in Wat Nong Grap instead to raise fund for the rebuilt of burnt temple courtyard in Wat Nong Grap.

As there was no record of this Somdej was made but it was believed that a limited numbers of Phra Somdel RatSaMee was made as it is not easy to find in the current market. The material of this amulet is Neua Din mixed with ashes of the burnt Bilan and Neua Din (earth). This amulet was moulded using stone mould from Luang Phu Thim, as the rays are featured with sharp clear edges. The back of the amulet is smooth with Luang Phor Sakorn hand-written Yant Phra Jao Ha Phra Ohng Namo Phuthaya Ma AWu. As we know, during the later years, he hardly had the opportunity to scribe yant on amulets.

This "Phra Somdej Rasami Roon Reak" is rare and was mentioned in the temple publication that a very small unknown numbers being made and consecrated. Collectors should be conscious and aware of the mould details, material content due to aging and lastly Luang Phor’s handwriting.

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Phra Somdej Kaang Chat Lang Yant, Wat Chinoros, Bangkok

Wat Chinorasaram Worawihan (Wat Chinoros), Bangkok hold the status of royal temple since the reign of HM King Rama 3. It was built around พ.ศ. 2379 (C.E 1836).

During the year 1969 (พ.ศ.2512), Wat Chinoros needed to raise fund for the renovation of the temple. Thus the temple began to consecrate many batches of amulets within that year. As Wat Chinoros is a royal temple, the consecration ceremony for this batch of Somdej was considered one of the most grand and proper one during that time.

This Somdej was quite special as the ceremony was attended by some of the great masters during that era.
The Phra Somdej Kaang Chat Lang Yant was consecrated on the auspicious day when the sun enter on Songkran day, 13th April 1969, (พ.ศ. 2512).
Many great gurus of that era were invited at the Maha Phusit Cenemory:

1. Luang Phor Toh , Wat Pradochimplee, Bangkok
2. Luang Phor Phrom , Wat Chong Kae, Nakhon Sawan
3. Luang Phor Guay, Wat Kositaram, Chai Nat
4. Luang Phor Sook, Wat Phooh Saai Thong, Buriram
5. Phra Ajahn Nam, Wat Don Sala, Phatthaloong
6. Luang Phor Hom, Wat Chaak Mak, Rayong
7. Luang Phor Seng, Wat Ganyaaga Thohm, Bangkok
8. Luang Phor Dtaem, Wat Phra Loi, Suphanburi
9. Luang Phor Charoen, Wat Thong Noppakhun, Phetchaburi
10. Luang Phor Tiang, Wat Muang Chom, Kanchanaburi
11. Luang Phor Samian, Wat Nawng Grathom, Chonburi
12. Phra Ajahn Cheunuphet, Wat Saphansung, Bangkok
13. Luang Phor Thong, Wat Gawn Karo, Chachoengsao
14. Luang Phor Thong, Wat Maw Saw, Kanchanaburi
15. Luang Phor Saaen, Wat Tha Nae, Lampang
16. Luang Phor Sook, Wat Ban Dai Thong, Phetburi

As it was told that after the chanting ceremony, Luang Phor Guay stayed alone behind and mediated to further consecrate this batch of Somdej until the next morning. Upon the first light, he opened his eyes and said, “It’s all good now.”.

Luang Phor Sakorn, Wat NongKrap, Rayong. Published 2558 reference magazine for all amulets made. Total 112 pages in A4 size.