Phra Khun Phaen Pim Sum Khu Roon Rae (1st Batch) BE2473 Nur Din Luang Phor Puang (Lp Phuang), Wat Kok, Bangkok (with Samakorn Certificate)
History
Phra Khun Phaen Pim Sum Khu, Roon Rae (1st Batch), B.E. 2473
Nur Din by Luang Phor Phuang, Wat Kok, Bangkok
Certified by Samakorn
Overview
In B.E. 2473 (1930), the venerable Luang Phor Phuang (LP Phuang), abbot of Wat Kok, Bang Khun Thian District, Bangkok, created the first batch (Roon Rae) of the highly revered Phra Khun Phaen Pim Sum Khu amulets. This batch was meticulously molded using Nur Din, a sacred baked clay mixed with temple-blessed powders and rare herbal ingredients. The amulet was produced in paired molds (Pim Sum Khu)—a design style traditionally used in early Khun Phaen amulet production.
This particular batch is certified by Samakorn, affirming its authenticity, historical origin, and sacred characteristics, making it highly valued by collectors and devout followers alike.
The Maker: Luang Phor Phuang, Wat Kok
Luang Phor Phuang was the highly respected abbot of Wat Kok, a historic Wat in Bangkok dating back to the Ayutthaya period. He was known as one of the top five masters of Phra Pidta and a powerful teacher of Buddhist magic and Vipassana meditation. His amulets were revered for their spiritual strength, especially for invulnerability (Kongkraphan), mercy (Metta Mahaniyom), and protection from danger (Klaew Klaad).
By BE2473, LP Phuang had already gained widespread respect across Bangkok and nearby provinces. This prompted devotees and temple committees to request a formal release of Khun Phaen amulets, resulting in this sacred first batch.
Material and Features
The Phra Khun Phaen Pim Sum Khu Roon Rae was crafted using Nur Din (sacred clay), which included:
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Pulverized sacred powders from previous ceremonies
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Temple incense ash and ground palm leaf scripture
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Dried Wahn (sacred herbs)
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Clay collected from spiritually significant locations around Wat Kok
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Powdered remains of earlier protective objects and amulets
After molding, the amulets were sun-dried and then kiln-fired at moderate heat to preserve the spiritual essence of the ingredients.
The design features the classic Khun Phaen seated in meditation, with fine detailing and slight variations due to handmade pressing. The “Sum Khu” refers to the dual-mold technique, often producing a faint midline on the amulet—an identifying feature of this batch.
Consecration Ceremony
The consecration ceremony followed traditional Buddhist and esoteric rites as passed down in the lineage of Luang Phor Phuang’s teachers, including Phor Khong of Wat Kok and Phor Wat Hua Krabue. The ritual included:
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Multi-day chanting sessions of Katha Khun Phaen, Itipiso 108, and protective mantras
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Group Vipassana meditation by resident monks
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Final night-long chanting with blessing by LP Phuang himself
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Inclusion of sacred objects at the altar to transfer spiritual energy into the amulets
It is said that during the final consecration, strange phenomena occurred—such as the sudden change in weather, and an overwhelming scent of incense despite no fire being lit—interpreted by devotees as signs of the amulets’ power.
Purpose and Spiritual Powers
This amulet was created to serve as a spiritual protector and enhancer of fortune, intended especially for:
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Protection from danger, harm, and black magic
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Enhancement of personal charm and attraction (Metta Mahaniyom)
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Support in business, negotiation, and social influence
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Luck and invulnerability in times of danger or adversity
Over the years, numerous devotees have attested to the amulet’s miraculous effects, leading to its growing popularity among collectors and spiritual practitioners.
Certification and Legacy
The Samakorn Certificate issued for this batch guarantees the amulet’s:
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Authentic age (B.E. 2473)
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Origin from Wat Kok under the direction of LP Phuang
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Material: Baked sacred Nur Din
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Mold type: Pim Sum Khu, Roon Rae (First Batch)
Today, this Khun Phaen is considered one of the rarest and most spiritually potent amulets created by Luang Phor Phuang. It is especially sought after by serious collectors, traditional healers, and devotees of Khun Phaen amulets.
Because of its age and rarity, authentic specimens of this batch have become increasingly difficult to find and are regarded as a benchmark of sacred craftsmanship and spiritual efficacy in early 20th-century Thai amulet history.