Friday, January 21, 2011

Phra Somdej Khao San Dam Pim Prok Pho (Nur Phong)


By: Luang Pu Toh
Wat Pradu Chimpee, Thonburi
B.E. 2516 / Made 7500pcs
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   Luang Pu Toh created these amulets in response to the request from one of his disciples, Mr Wutikrai Rungrerngnaparat.
   A grain of black rice is inserted in the reverse of the amulet is highly significant. Rice is primarily a symbol of fertility and prosperity. Hindus particularly associate rice with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth. Rice features in many legends about the Buddha's life. In a famous tale, he was offered a bowl of milk and rice by a young woman named Sujata, which gave him, renewed strength during his austerities in pursuit of Enlightenment.
   The rice itself originates from a sacred Pagoda (Chedi) in Kampangphet province, donated by his disciple. The reverse also features his distinctive Yant Trinisinghe.
   These amulets are considered to be very lucky indeed, endowing the wearer with protection, fortune, health and abundant life.