This blog is built with the objectives to share my hobby in collecting authentic Thai Amulets. On top of that, it also serve as a platform for me to express my findings and research in this hobby.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
My Sifu LP Klom from Wat Pakla - Songkhla
My first Thai Sifu is LP Klom from Wat Pakla - Songkhla. He is about 70+ years old, a very committed men & the men whom has help me through many hardship no matter through his blessing or even advises as a personal friend.
Sharing some information & picture of my sifu, LP Klom and his beautiful temple Wat Pakla in Songkhla, Hatyai.
My Sifu ~ LP Klom
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Personal Collection for Sales (IV)
Personal Collection for Sales (III)
LP Lampoo was born in a small town called "Tambon Gaijon", ThaRua district, Ayuthaya province--the same town in which Somdej Phra PhutDhacharn (Toh) had been born in B.E. 2331 (and passed away in B.E 2415). He joined Wat Mai Amatros ( Wat Bangkhunprom) in BE 2502 as assistant Abbot and was highly respected for his expertise in meditation.
His amulets were made almost entirely from old Bangkhunprom amulet fragments from the original 2410 amulets blessed by Phra Budhacharn Toh and as such highly efficacious and can easily be used as a substitute for the early originals.
This is the Pim Yai, and its a beautiful amulet full of real character, would look stunning in a sterling silver case or a decorative stainless steel case
LP Lumpoo picked up and collected broken fragments of the old-version Somdej BKP from around the temple's main Chedi over a period of time, remnants left by thieves who had stolen old Somdej amulets through ventilation shafts in the chedi. The thieves were only interested in complete amulets, the fragments discarded.
This particular amulet is in good condition and also very uncommon.
It's estimated that the BE 2502 amulet has an equal amount of the original ground Somdej amulets as the later BE 2509 Somdej, now selling at over 50,000 Baht
Personal Collection for Sales (II)
LP Lampoo was born in a small town called "Tambon Gaijon", ThaRua district, Ayuthaya province--the same town in which Somdej Phra PhutDhacharn (Toh) had been born in B.E. 2331 (and passed away in B.E 2415). He joined Wat Mai Amatros ( Wat Bangkhunprom) in BE 2502 as assistant Abbot and was highly respected for his expertise in meditation.
His amulets were made almost entirely from old Bangkhunprom amulet fragments from the original 2410 amulets blessed by Phra Budhacharn Toh and as such highly efficacious and can easily be used as a substitute for the early originals.
LP Lumpoo picked up and collected broken fragments of the old-version Somdej BKP from around the temple's main Chedi over a period of time, remnants left by thieves who had stolen old Somdej amulets through ventilation shafts in the chedi. The thieves were only interested in complete amulets, the fragments discarded.
This particular amulet is in good condition and also very uncommon.
It's estimated that the BE 2502 amulet has an equal amount of the original ground Somdej amulets as the later BE 2509 Somdej, now selling at over 50,000 Baht
Personal Collection for Sales
Actually, I'm planning to sell off some of my amulet collection because its kinda too many with me and i can no longer take care of so many. Hence, I'm trying to find some good collector who appreciates this amulet.
The pricing for renting is stated on the end of the amulets photo:
Phra Somdej Leklai (BE2508) - Wat Thamfad _ LP Samrit (Only 99 Pieces Made) ~ S $1,300.00
The old abbot, Luang Phor Samrit, was probably one of
Unfortunately the temple has become a tourist trap in recent years and the current abbot Luang Phor Wachara produces amulets for the masses.
The beauty of this amulet is hard to describe in words, but suffice to say its simply one of the most stunning amulets that I have ever seen and we have been more than fortunate to have acquired this example.
If you are looking for a genuine Lek-Lai amulet you would find it almost impossible to source a genuine amulet better than this for a sensible amount. Furthermore we absolutely guarantee the authenticity.
This could well be the only opportunity you will have to possess a quality Lek-Lai amulet that will never depreciate in value. Once this amulet is sold, we will never be able to source another. This amulet was produced in very limited numbers and features in almost all reference books on Lek-Lai and Wat Tam Fad. Essentially it is the supreme creation of Luang Phor Samrit
Wat Tam Fad was established by Luang Phor Samrit who unfortunately passed away on the 4th February 1996 at the age of 73. His successor is Luang Phor Watchara Akawonno, previously the main disciple of LP Samrit and now current Abbot.
Luang Phor Samrit (Phra Kru Karn ChaNaKitJaTorn) established Wat Tam Fad firmly on the map when he revealed the mysterious world of Lek-Lai to the general public. He is known as one of a very few monks that had sufficiently strong meditative powers to be able to control Lek-Lai. It was said that his powers were truely divine and that his great montra was heaven sent
Lunag Phor Samrit sourced the Leklai used in these amulets from unknown caves deep in the impregnable jungles and mountains around Kanchanaburi province.
This particular amulet has dual balls of lek-lai embedded in the chest of the Buddha. Known as Ta Rad Lek-Lai it has a grey sheen and found within inaccessible crevices deep in the caves of Tad mountain.
Ta Rad Lek-Lai is characterised by its strange magnetic properties and is usually ball or capsule shaped. Almost impossible to find unless the monk is spiritually attuned. It is said that this Lek-lai is the property of Gandharvars or the mountain spirit, and he has to be appeased before the LeK-lai can be removed during a sacred ceremony.
My Sincere Appreciations to all my buddies
Just started and start learning about Thai amulets since beginning this years after being much influenced by two of my close buddies who are hardcore in amulets collecting.
So, hereby in writing this blog, i would like to thank my bro, Stanly & KY Goh for teaching me alot about the world of amulet and also not to forget a very good teacher of mine who taught me the skills in verifying a real Somdej WRK (Mr. Richard).
Thank you all so much.
About Me
- Private Collector
- KL, Malaysia
- Any inquiries please email me at : frances_lsl@hotmail.com