Tag: Mystic Buddha Realm 佛国搜秘
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Is Phra Ngan an Evil Buddha?
In previous discussions, we mentioned that the Phra Ngan statue originates from the Ayutthaya period of Thailand, particularly during the mid-16th century (around 1550 AD), when Thailand was frequently at war with Burma. During this tumultuous time, Thailand cast a batch of 4-5 inch Buddha statues as protective amulets for soldiers, hoping to gain divine…
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Phra Chai: A Lesser-Known Buddhist Heritage
Phra Chai is a Buddha statue with over 400 years of history, deeply intertwined with the history of Thailand. The origins of this statue date back to the Ayutthaya period of Thailand, during the mid-16th century (around 1550 AD), when Thailand was frequently at war with Burma. During this tumultuous period, a batch of 4-5…
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The True Story of How Phra Chai Was Mistaken for an “Evil Buddha”
Phra Chai holds significant importance in Thai history and culture. However, due to certain historical and social contexts, this Buddha statue was once mistakenly regarded as an “evil Buddha.” The origin of this misconception can be traced back to certain unscrupulous individuals in Thailand’s occult community who, in pursuit of personal gain, misused Phra Chai…
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Exploring Barang Amulets
Let’s first understand what “Barang amulets” is. “Barang amulets” refers to sacred items made using Yin materials (cremation ashes). So, many people find the mention of “Barang amulets” quite eerie. But are “Barang amulets” really that scary? We can explore this question from several perspectives. In conclusion, Thailand’s “Barang amulets” or ghost amulets are not…
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Unveiling the Mystique of Somdej Wat Rakhang
Unveiling the Mystique of Somdej Wat Rakhang Some time ago, I once penned an article titled “The Treasure of Somdej Wat Rakhang.” It’s worth mentioning that among those who hold a deep reverence for Yin amulets, there has been a tantalizing rumor circulating. It suggests that a Somdej Wat Rakhang amulet, valued at an astonishing…
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The Treasure of Somdej Wat Rakhang
Thai amulets play a significant role in both faith and culture, with none more revered than Phra Somdej Wat Rakhang（崇迪瓦拉康）. Mention Phra Somdej Wat Rakhang（崇迪瓦拉康）and Thai people immediately associate it with amulets crafted and blessed by Somdej Phra Buddha Chan-Toh. Today, the market value of a single Phra Somdej Wat Rakhang amulet exceeds one million…
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The origin of the Phra Kring
In Thai, “Phra Kring” is a unique form of Buddhist art with a profound religious background. It is called Phra Kring because it typically contains a small bead or a metal ball inside, and when you shake the Buddha, you can hear the distinct sound of the bead moving. However, Phra Kring is, in fact,…