Phra Somdej 9 Chan Nur Phong BE2515 Wat Doi Suthep Consecrated by Luang Phor Kuay (Lp Kuay) Wat Kositaram and many reputable monks

Phra Somdej 9 Chan Nur Phong BE2515 Wat Doi Suthep

Consecrated by Luang Phor Kuay (Lp Kuay) Wat Kositaram and many reputable monks

History of Phra Somdej 9 Chan Nur Phong – B.E. 2515

Amulet Name: Phra Somdej 9 Chan (พระสมเด็จ ๙ ชั้น)

Material: Nur Phong (sacred powder)

Year of Creation: B.E. 2515 (1972 CE)

Temple: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai Province

Presiding Consecrator: Luang Phor Kuay Chudtintaro, Wat Kositaram, Chainat

Joint Consecration: Same ceremony as Phra Ruang Rang Puen, with participation of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and many revered monks

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Purpose of Creation

The Phra Somdej 9 Chan amulet was produced in B.E. 2515 by Wat Doi Suthep as part of a royal-endorsed sacred initiative to:

• Support restoration and development projects at the temple

• Distribute spiritually empowered objects to promote Buddhism and protection among the faithful

• Commemorate a grand national-level blessing ceremony involving some of the most venerated monks in the country

This batch was made alongside the famous Phra Ruang Rang Puen amulet, during the same consecration event, marking it as historically and spiritually significant.

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Design and Features

• The amulet features the Buddha in classic meditation posture, seated on nine layers of base (chan) representing spiritual advancement and attainment.

• Molded in a rectangular Somdej form with high arch framing the Buddha.

• The material used was a blend of:

  • Sacred powders from old amulets

  • Incense ash and candle wax from prior Buddhist rituals

  • Pollens and sacred soils gathered from important temple grounds and holy sites

  • Powdered remains from revered previous batches

The amulet is light beige to pale gray in color with subtle variations depending on the composition, often with a soft, chalky texture and organic inclusions.

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Consecration Ceremony and Participants

This Phra Somdej was consecrated during the same royal-level Phutthaphisek ceremony as the Phra Ruang Rang Puen amulet in B.E. 2515. The event was presided over by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit.

The ceremony was held with the invitation of numerous top-tier monks from across Thailand, including:

• Luang Phor Kuay (Wat Kositaram)

• Luang Phor Kasem (Wat Suan Dok)

• Luang Phor Waen (Wat Doi Mae Pang)

• Luang Phor Toh (Wat Pradoochimplee)

• Ajahn Nam (Wat Dhammasathit)

• Ajahn Chum Chaikiri

• Luang Phor Ngern (Wat Don Yai Hom)

• Kruba Chum

• Kruba Kham Saen

The extended chanting and empowerment session included:

• Recitations of protective and auspicious Pali sutras

• Meditative energy transfer by the monks through samadhi

• Ritual invocation of devas and bodhisattvas for protective energy and merit accumulation

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Spiritual Powers and Beliefs

Phra Somdej 9 Chan is revered for its spiritual potency in:

• Protection from harm, danger, and spiritual threats

• Support for personal growth, prestige, and authority

• Strengthening of mental clarity, Dhamma practice, and morality

• Life path enhancement and auspicious energy attraction (serm duang)

The “nine layers” (chan) are symbolic of progression through the nine stages of purification in Theravāda Buddhism.

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Rarity and Collector Appeal

• While the batch was distributed across the country, original pieces with clear molding and temple provenance are now considered increasingly rare.

• Particularly sought after by:

  • Collectors of royal-batch amulets

  • Disciples of Luang Phor Kuay and other participating masters

  • Northern Thai and Lanna Buddhist followers

The association with Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, and participation of nearly every major monk of the era, elevates this amulet beyond typical Somdej series in both prestige and spiritual standing.