Phra Somdej Hubaysri Khanen • Nur Phong
BE2495 (1952) • Luang Pu Nak (LP Nak) • Wat Rakang Kositaram, Bangkok • Hubaysri Khanen • DD-Pra Certificate
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Collector Lens
“Hubaysri Khanen” sits inside the Wat Rakang Somdej conversation as a mold with character—strong side contours (the “Bai Sree ear” feel) and clearer arm structure that gives the Buddha image an added sense of definition. In collector language, it is often appreciated as a Wat Rakang-postwar era continuation piece that still respects the temple’s Somdej heritage while carrying Luang Pu Nak’s meditative imprint.
Collector Identity Card
Amulet: Phra Somdej Hubaysri Khanen (หูบายศรีแขน)
Type / Pim: “Ear with Bai Sree & Arm” mold variation
Material: Nur Phong (Sacred Powder)
Year: BE2495 (1952)
Monk: Luang Pu Nak (LP Nak)
Temple: Wat Rakang Kositaram, Bangkok
Certificate: DD-Pra
Price (1 piece):
SGD 108
Background & Significance
The Phra Somdej Hubaysri Khanen BE2495 is often placed in the post-war revival context of Wat Rakang, created under the direction of Luang Pu Nak—a senior monk and meditation master known for a disciplined spiritual approach. Collectors value this batch as a continuation of Wat Rakang’s Somdej heritage, framed as a piece that reinforces the temple’s sacred lineage and the devotional formula associated with Somdej traditions.
Meaning of “Hubaysri Khanen”
- “Hubaysri” (หูบายศรี): the flared “ears” or side curves resembling a Bai Sree ceremonial leaf offering—often read as a symbol of purity and protective auspiciousness.
- “Khanen” (แขน): the Buddha’s arms appear more clearly sculpted or outlined, giving the image stronger definition.
As a mold variation, it is considered visually “powerful” while still retaining a calm Somdej composure—clarity, strength, and serenity in one frame.
Material Composition • Nur Phong (Sacred Powder)
Traditional descriptions of the sacred powder blend for Somdej-style pieces commonly include layered devotional substances and temple-era materials. In this telling, the Nur Phong mixture is described as carefully prepared from:
- Phong Itthijay and Phong Patamang (Buddhist verse powders)
- Fragments or remnants associated with older Somdej powders / legacy pieces
- Bai Lan (palm-leaf scripture) powder
- Ash from joss sticks and candle wax from Buddhist ceremonies
- Flower pollen from temple offerings
- Herbal resins and natural binders
The mixture is typically described as combined with holy water and sacred oils, molded into tablets, and left to air-dry in consecrated spaces.
Amulet Characteristics
- Form: rectangular tablet; commonly medium-to-small presentation
- Front: Buddha seated in meditation on a three-tier base; “ears” and arm outlines are clearer in this pim
- Back: usually flat or lightly textured; some examples may show hand-marked traces (varies by piece)
- Surface tone: light grey/cream range is common; natural aging may show powder bloom (คราบแป้ง) and gentle grain
Consecration & Spiritual Empowerment (Belief Framing)
Accounts describe Luang Pu Nak as personally overseeing the empowerment through sustained practice: Vipassana meditation sessions, daily Pali chanting of key suttas, and private blessing periods. Some narratives also mention a broader Buddha Abhiseka-style temple ceremony at Wat Rakang with senior monks participating, consistent with the temple’s tradition of communal consecration.
Traditional Attributes & Benefits (Belief Framing)
- Metta Maha Niyom: loving-kindness, popularity, smoother interactions
- Klaew Klaad: protection from accidents and misfortune
- Maha Lap: increased fortune and opportunity flow
- Udom Baramee: uplifting personal virtue, respect, and leadership presence
- Mental steadiness: calm clarity aligned with Luang Pu Nak’s meditative reputation
Rarity & Collectability
- Often described as limited in availability today, with condition playing a major role (powder stability matters).
- Favored among collectors who focus on Wat Rakang post-Somdej Toh heritage pieces.
- Frequently traded alongside authenticity certificates (here noted as DD-Pra).
- Valued as a spiritually respected alternative to earlier “deep-old” Somdej eras, with a clearer entry point for newer collectors.
Full Photo Set (Separated by Material)
Material: Nur Phong (Sacred Powder)
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Documentation: DD-Pra Certificate
DD-Pra Certificate image (as provided)
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Disclaimer: This article is for collector education and cultural appreciation. Spiritual attributes are faith-based interpretations, not guarantees. Please verify authenticity, condition, and provenance before purchase.