Phra Putta Kwak Pim Yai Nur Wahn (over 1,000 sacred herbs mixed) BE2504 Luang Phor Khan (Lp Khan) Wat Phra Si An

Phra Putta Kwak Pim Yai Nur Wahn (over 1,000 sacred herbs mixed) BE2504 Luang Phor Khan (Lp Khan) Wat Phra Si An

Biography

 

History of the Making: Phra Putta Kwak Pim Yai, Nur Wahn (Large Mold)

Created by: Luang Phor Khan, Wat Phra Sri Ari

Year of Creation: B.E. 2504

Material: Nur Wahn (sacred powder mixt made with over 1,000 sacred herbs and rare Buddha powders)

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1. Divine Vision and Temple Revival

One night, Luang Phor Khan experienced a profound vision. He saw Reverend Grandfather Dam, guardian of Wat Phra Sri Ari, emerging from the temple’s holy pool dressed in ascetic white robes. In that vision, the guardian admonished him to stay and assist in rebuilding the temple and enshrining a Buddha image as the first act of merit. This spiritual encounter compelled him to commit fully to his sacred mission at Wat Phra Sri Ari.

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2. Materials and Preparation

The sacred Nur Wahn mixture that Luang Phor Khan used included:

1. Over 1,000 types of orchids from Malaysia, along with soil and earth remnants from B.E. 2497 Buddha consecration ceremonies

2. Fragments and dust from temple bells and ceremonial vessels

3. Sacred powder from respected Southern monks, donated by Khun Narong Chao of Ron Phibun, Nakhon Si Thammarat

4. “Phutakhun” powdered relics obtained from Luang Phor Boontham of Wat Phra Pathom Chedi following a miraculous encounter—initial denial followed by the arrival of a Buddha statue whose hidden base was filled with the requested holy powder

5. Other pre-collected ancient Dhamma powders stored by former abbots

These materials were blended to ensure potent spiritual efficacy.

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3. First Batch (B.E. 2504)

In B.E. 2504, Luang Phor Khan produced approximately **40,000 **pieces of Phra Yod Khun Phon (large mold), pressing them in large “Ong Mangkon” 200-litre drums. During the pressing, his hands endured extensive wear—testifying to his personal dedication and effort.

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4. Second Batch (B.E. 2523–2524)

About 20 years later, after much of the original material remained, he launched a second batch aiming to produce one million amulets to fund the construction of a 100-million-baht golden ubosot. However, due to limited remaining materials, only about 10,000 additional amulets were created before resources fully depleted.

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5. Final Blessing Ceremonies (B.E. 2543)

Following Luang Phor Khan’s passing on 3 February B.E. 2534, the then-abbot Phra Khru Sanga Thanissaro resumed amulet production using the last of the materials. In B.E. 2543, a grand Phra Phutthaphisek (Buddha consecration) ceremony was held at the new ubosot of Wat Phra Sri Ari. The ceremony included renowned senior monks:

• Luang Phor Uttama (Wat Wangk Vikaram)

• Luang Phor Poon (Wat Phai Lom)

• Luang Phor Uthai (Wat Maruekkhathavan, “Ko Ta Phut”)

During this ceremony, the remaining amulets were individually blessed and distributed to temple patrons alongside donations toward the golden ubosot’s completion.

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6. Design Attributes and Spiritual Efficacy

• Iconography: Seated Buddha with Bhumisparsha (calling the Earth to witness) mudra atop a multi-tiered lotus throne, rendered in medium mold with smooth contours and serene features

• Material Visibility: The soft white powder frequently reveals flocculated fragments and botanical specks under magnification

• Reputation: These amulets are esteemed for strikingly powerful protective abilities—including accident prevention, weapon resistance—and are believed to bring fortune, charm, and success in commerce

One reported test involved a shoemaker who attempted to slash his hand with a blade while holding the amulet; the blade failed to penetrate—and the man remained unharmed.

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7. Legacy and Market Impact

Between B.E. 2508–2515, Phra Yod Khun Phon achieved widespread recognition in Ratchaburi and neighboring provinces, outselling even the amulets of Luang Phor Noi (Wat Tha Sala) and Luang Phor Ngoen (Wat Don Yai Hom). Prized at 200 baht each at that time, these amulets were considered valuable well above many contemporary sacred objects.