10Jun

Phra Kring: The Sacred Medicine Buddha

The Mystical Legend of Phra Kring: The Sacred Medicine Buddha

Phra Kring, also known as the Medicine Buddha or Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru, stands as a revered figure in the mystical lands of Mahayana Buddhist countries, such as China, Tibet, and Taiwan. Its presence in Thailand’s Theravada tradition can be traced back to the days when Chinese migrants and businessmen ventured into the enchanting Kingdom of Siam. Among their rituals, paying homage to Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru became a popular practice, seeking protection and prosperity for their journeys and ventures. As fate would have it, many of these Chinese settlers eventually made Thailand their permanent home.

Pra Kring Prajam Krob Nam Mont Mongkol Gao Luang Por Chaeng

Above; Pra Kring Prajam Krob Nam Mont Mongkol Gao Luang Por Chaeng

As they embarked on long journeys far from their beloved land, they fashioned amulets bearing the likeness of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru, known as “Yau Shi Fwo” or The Medicine Buddha, to accompany them on their travels. Legend has it that the resonating sound of a ball bearing within these amulets echoed the sacred chants of Mahayana, which employ bells. However, the creation of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru amulets differed from the Thai tradition. According to the Mahayana tradition, the amulets were crafted by fusing the history of His Bodhisattvahood and Enlightenment with precious metals. In the Theravada tradition, a mandatory set of yant/takrut and preferably nava loha (9 sacred metals), were employed.

Phra Kring Wat Bovornives Early Era

The origins of Phra Kring in Thailand date back to the era of King Naresuan and Phra Somdej Panaret in Ayutthaya. The ancient scriptures, known as tamra, which detail the process of creating Phra Kring, state that to forge a truly potent and sacred Phra Kring, an extensive compilation of Yant designs, comprising more than 108 variations in takrut form, must be incorporated. Unfortunately, the tamra was lost during times of war, but it was later entrusted to Somdej Ma of Wat SamPloem, who safeguarded this sacred knowledge for decades. Eventually, Somdej Pavarit of Wat Bovorn inherited this precious wisdom, yet Phra Kring remained relatively unknown until the time of Phra Sangharat Pae, the abbot of Wat Suthat. Driven by his Teacher, Somdej Vanarat Daeng’s miraculous healing, achieved through holy water infused with a piece of Kring Pavarit, Ven. Sangharat Pae became enamored with the extraordinary healing capabilities of Phra Kring. With an unwavering determination, he devoted himself to the research and study of Phra Kring craftsmanship, ultimately leading to the fame and prominence of Phra Kring Wat Suthat.

Phra Sangharat Pae adamantly claimed that Wat Suthat crafted the most exceptional Phra Kring. This proclamation was substantiated by the fact that Wat Suthat Thepwararam, also known as the Temple in the Heavens, stands as one of Thailand’s six most revered temples. The principal Buddha statue of the temple, Phra Sisakayamuni, is positioned at the heart of the city, symbolizing the triumph over demons in alignment with Tamrab Mahapichaisongkram and the profound significance of Pang Marn Vichai Style. It is a realm guarded by celestial beings and benevolent angels. Furthermore, before the end of the year 2536, all the renowned Phra Krings of Wat Suthat were meticulously molded in the presence of the Bot, a sacred and mythical space overseen by Phra Sisakayamuni. It was within this sanctified environment that the Phra Kring amulets acquired their profound ‘Palang Saksit’, or spiritual power. However, in recent times, the practice of molding Phra Krings in such a sacred manner has diminished, and the whereabouts of their current creation remain a closely guarded secret. The enigmatic allure of these sacred objects has only grown with their elusive production.

Below; Phra Kring Wat Sutat Pra Sangkarach Pae

Phra Kring Wat Sutat Pra Sangkarach Pae

The Prominence of Phra Kring Wat Suthat

Driven by the miraculous healing of his Teacher, Somdej Vanarat Daeng, achieved through holy water infused with a piece of Kring Pavarit, Ven. Sangharat Pae became enamored with the extraordinary healing capabilities of Phra Kring. He devoted himself to the research and study of Phra Kring craftsmanship, ultimately leading to the fame and prominence of Phra Kring Wat Suthat. Phra Sangharat Pae adamantly claimed that Wat Suthat crafted the most exceptional Phra Kring. This proclamation was substantiated by the fact that Wat Suthat Thepwararam, also known as the Temple in the Heavens, stands as one of Thailand’s six most revered temples. The principal Buddha statue of the temple, Phra Sisakayamuni, is positioned at the heart of the city, symbolizing the triumph over demons in alignment with Tamrab Mahapichaisongkram and the profound significance of Pang Marn Vichai Style. It is a realm guarded by celestial beings and benevolent angels.

The magic of Phra Kring is found in the presence of the twelve magnificent vows made by Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru upon attaining Enlightenment, as recorded in the sacred Medicine Buddha Sutra. Radiating his divine light, he illuminates countless realms, offering the opportunity for all beings to achieve Buddhahood. Through his luminous lapis lazuli radiance, he awakens the dormant minds of sentient beings, guiding them on the path to enlightenment.

Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru’s benevolence extends beyond the spiritual realm. He vows to fulfill the material needs of sentient beings, providing them with abundance and prosperity. With unwavering dedication, he dispels heretical views and ignites the flame of true understanding, leading beings onto the path of enlightenment. He compassionately assists those who have faltered in their adherence to the Moral Precepts, especially those incarcerated souls who seek redemption.

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The Essence of Phra Kring: The Twelve Magnificent Vows

The essence of Phra Kring lies in the embodiment of the twelve magnificent vows made by Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru upon attaining Enlightenment, as recorded in the sacred Medicine Buddha Sutra. These vows reflect the Medicine Buddha’s compassionate nature and his commitment to bringing healing, enlightenment, and relief to all sentient beings.

Radiating Divine Light: Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru illuminates countless realms with his divine light, offering the opportunity for all beings to achieve Buddhahood.
Awakening Dormant Minds: Through his luminous lapis lazuli radiance, the Medicine Buddha awakens the dormant minds of sentient beings, guiding them on the path to enlightenment.
Material Fulfillment: Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru vows to fulfill the material needs of sentient beings, providing them with abundance and prosperity.
Dispelling Heretical Views: With unwavering dedication, the Medicine Buddha dispels heretical views and ignites the flame of true understanding, leading beings onto the path of enlightenment.
Healing Powers: The Medicine Buddha’s healing powers are renowned far and wide. He brings solace to those afflicted by physical ailments, deformities, and illnesses, offering them the hope of restoration and well-being.
Relief from Suffering: Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru’s compassionate embrace extends to the destitute and the sick, providing them with relief from suffering and offering a glimmer of hope in their darkest hours.
Guiding Transformation: For women yearning for rebirth as men, the Medicine Buddha guides them on their desired path of transformation.
Healing Mental Disturbances: The mind, often burdened by afflictions and delusions, finds solace in the Medicine Buddha’s presence. With his divine touch, he helps heal mental disturbances, bringing clarity and serenity to troubled souls.
Liberation from Oppression: The oppressed find refuge in the compassionate gaze of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru, as he liberates them from the chains of suffering and injustice.
Alleviating Hunger and Thirst: In the face of insurmountable hunger and thirst, the Medicine Buddha alleviates the unbearable anguish of those afflicted, bestowing upon them nourishment and relief.
Clothing the Destitute: Furthermore, Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru extends his compassionate hand to clothe the destitute, shielding them from the biting cold and torment of mosquitoes.
Invocation of Blessings: To invoke the blessings of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru and Phra Kring, one can recite the sacred Katha, a powerful mantra that connects with the divine energy of the Medicine Buddha, bringing forth healing, protection, and spiritual enlightenment.

Medicine Buddha

The Medicine Buddha’s healing powers are renowned far and wide. He brings solace to those afflicted by physical ailments, deformities, and illnesses, offering them the hope of restoration and well-being. His compassionate embrace extends to the destitute and the sick, providing them with relief from suffering and offering a glimmer of hope in their darkest hours. For women yearning for rebirth as men, he guides them on their desired path of transformation.

The mind, often burdened by afflictions and delusions, finds solace in the Medicine Buddha’s presence. With his divine touch, he helps heal mental disturbances, bringing clarity and serenity to troubled souls. The oppressed find refuge in his compassionate gaze, as he liberates them from the chains of suffering and injustice.

In the face of insurmountable hunger and thirst, Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru alleviates the unbearable anguish of those afflicted, bestowing upon them nourishment and relief. Furthermore, he extends his compassionate hand to clothe the destitute, shielding them from the biting cold and torment of mosquitoes.

Phra Kring Avalokitesworn Luang Por Kasem Khemago

To invoke the blessings of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru and Phra Kring, one can recite the sacred Katha:

“Namo Bhagavate Bhaiśajyaguru Vaidūryaprabharājāya Tathāgatāya Arhate Samyaksambuddhāya Tadyathā: Oṃ Bhaiśajye Bhaiśajye Bhaiśajya-Samudgate Svāhā“

These powerful words hold the key to connecting with the divine energy of the Medicine Buddha, bringing forth healing, protection, and spiritual enlightenment.

As the legacy of Phra Kring endures, the mystique surrounding its creation and the profound vows of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru continue to captivate the hearts and minds of devotees. With each passing day, the ancient wisdom of this sacred talisman persists, guiding seekers on their spiritual journey and offering solace to those in need.Bhaiṣajyaguru, also known as the Medicine Buddha, is the leader of a group of eight healing Buddhas. Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha, is also one of these eight Buddhas.

Phra Kring Sapa Phu Taen Rasadorn 2547

The Everlasting Power of Phra Kring

The essence of Phra Kring lies in its ability to channel the divine energy and blessings of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru. As devotees wear or keep Phra Kring amulets close to them, they believe in the amulet’s power to bring forth healing, protection, and prosperity. The resonance of the sacred vows made by the Medicine Buddha serves as a constant reminder of his boundless compassion and the transformative potential of spiritual enlightenment.

Connecting with Phra Kring’s Blessings

To connect with the blessings of Phra Kring, devotees often recite the sacred Katha, a mantra that invokes the divine energy of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru. The Katha holds the key to establishing a deep spiritual connection and opening oneself to the healing and transformative powers of Phra Kring. By reciting the Katha with sincerity and devotion, one can invite the presence of the Medicine Buddha into their lives and experience the profound impact of his compassionate energy.

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Phra Rahu Pim Sema Glab Luang Por Noi Nuea Kala Ta Diaw Ongk Kroo

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Rian Sema Glab Kala Ta Diaw Luang Por Noi Pantheon of Amulets

Pra Rahu Om Jantr Nuea Kala Ta Diaw – Pim Sema Kwam world famous preferred master-class amulet, from Luang Por Noi Kantachodto – Wat Srisa Tong (Nakorn Chaisri)

The Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw of Luang Por Noi, of Wat Srisa Tong, in Huay Tago, Nakorn Chaysri, is most certainly the most famous of all one eyed coconut carved Rahu Amulets in Thai Amulet History. The only other Master who has come close to equalling his fame and mastery of the Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw amulet, is the great Kroo Ba Nanta, of Wat Tung Man Dtai, in Lampang, whose Pra Rahu are also extremely favored and sought after.

Phra Rahu Pim Sema Glab Ongk Kroo Luang Por Noi – a Perfect Showcase exhibit of this world famous and extremely rare and valuable Thai Buddhist Amulet of Luang Por Noi, of Wat Sri Sa Tong

The Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw of Luang Phu Noi, are the most prestigious of all in the eyes of the Pra Niyom Collector Community. This model is considered to be from the earlier time of Luang Por Noi’s Era due to its slightly larger size and curvature, because his later models were flatter and slightly smaller. The amulets themselves were made by Artisans who were devoted Looksit of Luang Por Noi, who were mostly immigrants from Vientiane, in Laos, who moved to Thailand during the early Ratanakosin Period of Thai History.

As the earthen foundations of the temple of Wat Srisa Tong were being dug for the building of the temple, a golden Buddha Head was discovered, and because of this, the Temple was first given the name ‘Wat Hua Tong’ which means ‘Temple of the Golden Head’.

The word ‘Hua’ means ‘head’ in colloquial Thai, but for referring to a Sacred Image of a Deity or a Buddha (or a Monk), the word ‘Srisa’, which also means ‘Head’, in high speech, is preferred. So the name was then changed later to ‘Wat Srisa Tong’

Below; the ancient natural aging features of the surface of the rear face of the 1 eyed coconut shell carving is highly evident and visible, even to the naked eye, along with the inimitable, and instantly recognizable hand made Lanna spell Inscriptions of this Great Laoatian Magical Lineage Master Monk.

Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw Pim Sema Glab Luang Por Noi Rear Face

Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw Pim Sema Glab Luang Por Noi. The Rear Face Shows Hand Made Spell Inscriptions in Agkhara Lanna Magical Script, from Luang Por Noi’s own hand. This exhibit is a perfect Ongk Kroo for reference, study, and is highly eligible for competition entry, and likely to win a prize if so.

The first Abbot of the temple was Luang Por Dto, who was one of the Laoatian people who had immigrated from Vientiane. Luang Por Dtrai developed the temple continually. The Lao people who built the temple had many artisan who knew that Luang Por Dtrai had powerful Wicha Akom and the sectrets of the Laoatian Wicha Pra Rahu Om Jantr, and so they carved Rahu Amulets from one eyed coconut shells using the traditional Lao Artistic style, to give to Luang Por Dtrai for empowerment.

Pra Rahu Pim Sema Glab Luang Por Noi display of classic flat edge, evealing the origins and maker

The classic flat edge of the coconut shell carving, reveals the origins and maker, for it was only Luang Por Noi, who applied the Wicha of long term soaking in sacred oils and coconut oil, to soften the highly rounded shell of the Kala Ta Diaw 1 eyed coconut, so that it could be hammered flat, in order to allow his Master Artisans to perform the finest level of carving possible, and to differentiate his Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw from those of other masters. Not all his Pra Rahu are found to be so thin and flat as this one, nor do all have such fine carvings, which makes this exhibit a 100% certainty, and an Ongk Kroo Reference Exhibit of Master-Class Status

Luang Por would then would distribute them back to the devotees for protection and Serm Duang (improve fate and destiny).As the Lao artisans began to develop their skills and experience repeatedly carving the coconut shells, the design became ever more finely tuned and increasing in beauty, but due to the fact that there were a large number of artisans all making these carvings, the designs would be varied both in appearance of features, and in the quality and amount of detail.

Kata Chanting to Bucha Pra Rahu Thai amulets and Bucha statues (4 different Versions)

Suad Pra Kata Bucha Pra Rahu
12 repetitons of the Kata Bucha Pra Rahu are to be Chanted;

Idtipiso Pakawaa Pra Rahuu Sataewaa Samaa Winyaana Idtipiso Pakawaa Putta Sangmi

Over the years, Wat Srisa Tong grew constantly throughout the lineage of Abbots, from a small temple into a large impressive temple over the years. After his passing, he was succeeded by the new Abbot, Luang Por Dtan, who was succeeded by Luang Por Lee, who was then succeeded by Luang Por Tong, after which came Luang Por Choi, and then cam the fifth Abbot, Luang Por Noi Kantachodto. It was the second Abbot, Luang Por Lee, who inherited and continued the Wicha Pra Rahu Om Jantr in the Lao tradition from Luang Por Dtrai.

Edge of Pra Rahu amulet Luang Por Noi (rear view0

The Edge of Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw Pim Sema Glab amulet of Luang Por Noi (rear shows the extreme diligent effort to flattedn the ubiquitously curved coconut shell into such a fine flat piece of shell, to enable the highest level of artisanry and detail possible in the carvings of the details of the Pra Rahu Asura Deva, and the Hand Made Spell Inscriptions of Luang Por Noi

Luang Por Noi was also one of the Lao People of Srisa Tong municipality in Nakorn Chaysri, who during his time as a Buddhist Monk before becoming Abbot, was practicing at Wat Srisa Tong, and learned the Wicha of Luang Por Dtrai from Luang Por Lee, and ascended later to become the next Master Adept, which was supported by a strong foundation in the Wicha Pra Rahu Om Jantr from Luang Por Noi’s Father, who was also a Laymaster of Lao Sorcery too, and who made carved Rahu amulets and empowered them. So Luang Por Noi got to learn this Wicha from his Father from a very early age, and this made him the perfect apprentice for Luang Por Lee to pass on his Wicha of the Pra Rahu Om Jantr Kala Ta Diaw.

Phra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw Pim Sema Glab lower edge view – Luang Por Noi Wat Srisa Tong

Luang Por Noi was born with the Laity Name of Navarat, meaning ‘nine jewels’, and brought the Wicha Pra Rahu Om Jantr Gae Kala Ta Diaw begun by Luang Por Dtrai,passed to him through Luang Por Lee, to World Fame, through his higher development of the artistic features of the artisanry and design of the carved coconut shell images. Luang Por Noi did this by raising a more stringent rule for the magical requirements in allowing only coconuts with one single eye to be used for the carving of the Rahu image.

Luang Por Noi constantly refined his instructions to the Lao Artisans of Srisa Tong to increase the level of fine detail and subtlety of their carved Rahu images, up to the point where the amulet finally possessed a standard recognisable appearance that could be easily recognisable as being from Luang Por Noi of Wat Srisa Tong. However, this took many years, for which the earlier models are much more varied in appearance than the later models, as they were still very varied in early times due to the different handiwork of each artisan, until they were taught to adhere to a rigid formula.

Luang Por Noi continued to develop and improve the temple of Wat Srisa Tong and the township around the temple to a great extent, and became extremely revered for his meritorious attainments. The Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw of all Thai temples are derived from the Original Laoatian Wicha, which entered into practice in Thailand through the Lao Immigrants, and which was developed to a much more advanced and higher level of artistic impression through the lineage of Abbots of Wat Srisa Tong more than any other temple in Thailand, most of which derived their Wicha from Wat Srisa Tong. The Thai tradition of Pra Rahu Om Jantr Coconut Shell Amulets has not only inherited just the design and creation methods used by Wat Srisa Tong, but also the Ceremonial Empowerments and Ritual Methods involved with their creation have also been inherited.

The development of the carved artisanry at the beginning in the times of Luang Por Dtrai and Luang Por Lee, and the early time of Luang Por Noi, first developed in multiple directions because some images would be square, triangular, or circular, and even in the shape of a lotus petal were seen in rare occasions.

This depended on each artisan and the piece of coconut shell he had to work with. The Lao artisans would then bring the finished work to Luang Por Noi for empowerment. It was here that Luang Por Noi began to apply the next development in the refinement of his most classic and highly recognisable Pra Rahu amulets, by enforcing his master-stroke. The master-stroke, was to teach the Artisans to use oil absorption to soften the coconut shells, and be able to flatten the piece being worked with.

Luang Por Noi Wat Srisa Tong

They would then to cut a standard shape frame. The flatness achieved from the now malleable coconut shell, with the added softness achieved through the oil soaking, allowing the Artisan to engrave the details in a much more refined fashion with a higher level of detail.

It was here that Luang Por Noi introduced a single universal design which has become the classic reference standard of Pra Rahu Amulets by Luang Por Noi; the ‘Sema Kwam’ shape. The word ‘Sema’, means the Lotus Petal.Teardrop shaped Temple Monastic Border Monument Image, and the word ‘Kwam’ means ‘upside down’. This is hence similar in shape to the standard ‘Pim Sema’ shaped coin amulets seen in Thai Amulets, but is reversed to point downwards.

pra Rahu Om Jantr Kala Ta Diaw Luang Por Noi

This then became the only model to be carved from then onwards, and despite many other shapes and sizes of authentic Pra Rahu Luang Por Noi amulets being made previously, the Sema Kwam model became the standard accepted model recognised for its inimitable appearance and ease of recognition.

And so it came to be, that Luang Por Noi’s most collected preferred Pra Rahu amulet is the Pra Rahu Kala Ta Diaw Pim Sema Kwam.

It was only rarely that Luang Por would be able to make and empower Pra Rahu Om Jantr Kala Ta Diaw amulets, because he would only empower them exclusively during the Lunar or Solar Eclipses, depending if the Rahu amulet in question would be empowered for the Yant Suriya Bprapa Solar Eclipse spell, or the Jantra Bprapa Lunar Eclipse spell. Some years there would be no release of Rahu kala Ta diaw if there were no eclipses occurring in the sky.

Biography of Luang Por Noi

Luang Por Noi was born on the 14th of February 2435, is father was called Nai Ma Nawa Radt, his mother was called Nang Mee Nawa Radt. Luang Por Noi was the youngest of five children. HIs father was a doctor of traditional medicine, and was also an adept lay sorceror. The locals called his father ‘Por Hmor’ which is a colloquial name for a witch doctor or shaman sorceror. Luang Por Noi’s father was famed in the area for having had run-ins with dangerous gangsters from other districts, whose guns and weaponry were rendered useless when trying to kill him, because of his Sorcery Wicha.

Luang Por Noi was ordained as a Buddhist Monk (Bhikkhu) at the age of 21 at Wat Kae with Pra Ajarn Yiw (Abbot of Wat Kae) as his Upachaya Ordaining Officer, and Pra Piksu Mun of Wat Klang Koo Wiang as his Anusawanajarn.

Luang Por Noi recieved the Ordained Dhamma name of ‘Kantachodto’. Luang Por Noi stayed for a little while at Wat Kae, whereafter he moved to stay at Wat Srisa Tong. At the time, Luang Por Lee was the Abbot of Wat Srisa Tong, and Luang Por Noi got the chance to study Saiyasart (Sorcery) with Luang Por Lee, in particular, the Mastery of the Wicha Pra Rahu Om Jantr, and the Wicha Wua Tanu.

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