Phra Pidta Bai Po • Nur Phong
BE2518 (1975 CE) • Luang Phor Ruesi Lingdam (Phra Rajsuddhinanmongkol) • Wat Tha Sung (Wat Chantharam), Uthai Thani
Phra Pidta Bai Po (พระปิดตาใบโพธิ์) — Bodhi-leaf silhouette with the “closed senses” Pidta form, a classic symbol of guarded calm and inner focus.
What This Piece Represents (Collector Lens)
Phra Pidta is often described as the “silent shield” among Thai amulets: a form that speaks about restraint, sealing, and protection. When the Pidta sits inside a Bodhi leaf (ใบโพธิ์), the symbolism becomes two-layered — protection through seclusion, and clarity through wisdom.
This BE2518 issue is associated with Luang Phor Ruesi Lingdam of Wat Tha Sung — a name collectors frequently link with disciplined practice, strong chanting tradition, and an emphasis on meditative power. For many devotees, pieces from his active mid-era carry a steady, “sealed” feel: not loud, but firm.
Collector Identity Card
Amulet: Phra Pidta Bai Po (พระปิดตาใบโพธิ์)
Monk: Luang Phor Ruesi Lingdam (หลวงพ่อฤๅษีลิงดำ) • Phra Rajsuddhinanmongkol (พระราชสุทธินันทมงคล)
Temple: Wat Tha Sung / Wat Chantharam (วัดท่าซุง / วัดจันทาราม), Uthai Thani
Year (BE): 2518 (1975 CE)
Material: Nur Phong (เนื้อผง) — sacred powder blend
Price: SGD 108
Historical Context (Why BE2518 Matters)
The mid-2510s were a period when Wat Tha Sung expanded rapidly under Luang Phor’s leadership, with devotees rallying around temple development and merit-making initiatives. In many Thai temples, amulet releases from such periods serve two roles at once: a devotional object for the public, and a practical way to fund construction, restoration, and community support.
Within that setting, a Pidta in Bai Po form makes sense: it is instantly readable to devotees (protection + restraint), while the Bodhi leaf frames the piece in “awakening” symbolism rather than pure talismanic force.
Purpose of Creation (The Mandate)
- Support Wat Tha Sung’s development and restoration work through merit-based distribution.
- Offer a protection-focused Pidta form for daily life risks and unseen disturbances (traditional belief framing).
- Carry the Bai Po (Bodhi leaf) symbolism: wisdom, mindfulness, and stronger inner boundaries.
Materials & Craft (Nur Phong Reading)
Nur Phong pieces are loved because they “record process” — mixing, pressing, drying, and natural aging. Collectors often read powder amulets by: texture calmness, micro-porosity, edge behavior, and the presence of organic inclusions that look naturally embedded rather than artificially placed.
Traditional descriptions of sacred powder blends often include components such as herbal powders (ผงว่าน), scripture-ash powder (ผงใบลาน), incense/candle residues from chanting ceremonies, and blended remnants from earlier sacred materials. Exact formulas vary by batch and temple handling, so collectors treat “ingredient lists” as contextual tradition unless a direct temple record is available.
Close-up reference: powder grain, natural inclusions, and surface calmness — key cues collectors study on Nur Phong pieces.
Consecration & Empowerment (Traditional Framing)
Wat Tha Sung releases are commonly described through the lens of Phutthaphisek (พุทธาภิเษก) — consecration by chanting, meditation, and protective invocations. Devotees often associate Luang Phor Ruesi Lingdam with strong samadhi discipline and structured practice. In collector language, a “good Pidta blessing” is one that feels sealed: calm outside, firm inside.
Spiritual Focus & Benefits (What People Commonly Seek)
- Klaew Klad (แคล้วคลาด): protection from danger, mishap, and harmful influences (traditional belief).
- Metta Mahaniyom (เมตตามหานิยม): being treated with kindness, goodwill, and smoother social support.
- Serm Duang / Fortune support (เสริมดวง): steadier opportunities, better “timing,” and fewer unnecessary losses.
- Meditation support: Pidta symbolism aligns with restraint and inward focus — many wearers pair it with mindfulness practice.
Reverse reference: natural tone, powder behavior, and handling marks often show more honestly on the back surface.
Rarity & Collectibility
Collectibility usually rises when three things converge: (1) a respected maker, (2) a clear, iconic design, and (3) survivability of condition. Pidta forms are often worn hard, so clean, well-kept pieces become harder to find over time.
- Maker demand: Luang Phor Ruesi Lingdam remains a major devotion line for Wat Tha Sung collectors.
- Iconic geometry: Pidta + Bai Po is immediately recognizable and symbolically complete.
- Condition scarcity: powder surfaces chip or soften if mishandled, making preserved examples more sought-after.
Care & Wearing Guidance
- Avoid water soaking and chemical cleaners; Nur Phong is best kept dry.
- Use a suitable casing if worn daily to reduce edge knocks and powder abrasion.
- Store away from high humidity and direct heat; silica gel helps in closed storage.
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Disclaimer: This article is for education and collector appreciation. Spiritual interpretations are traditional and non-guaranteed. Collectors should perform independent verification and consult qualified experts when needed.