Phra Somdej Nai Pao (Somdej Pao) • BE2495
Pim Yai / Pim Ork Rong • Nur Phong • Wat Intharawihan (Wat Bangkhunprom), Bangkok • Patronage of Police General Pao Sriyanon • Mass-chanting consecration
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Phra Somdej Nai Pao — a historically important BE2495 Somdej issue, created under patronage and mass-chanting tradition at Wat Intharawihan.
What This Batch Represents (Collector Lens)
Among post-war era Somdej issues, Somdej Nai Pao (also called Somdej Pao) stands out because it is not merely a “temple batch.” It was conceived with a clear institutional intent — linked to the Royal Thai Police Bureau — and executed with a deliberate gathering of sacred materials, guru powders, and mass-chanting structure. In collector terms, this is a “big ceremony Somdej”: large production, strict ritual choreography, and an unusually rich narrative of materials and participating masters.
Amulet Information
Official Collector Name: Phra Somdej Nai Pao (Somdej Pao) • BE2495 (CE 1952)
Pim: Pim Yai / Pim Ork Rong
Material: Nur Phong (composite sacred powders with binders)
Temple (as stated): Wat Intharawihan (Wat Bangkhunprom), Bangkok
Patronage / Ceremony Master: Police General Pao Sriyanon
Ceremony Presidency: Originally Somdej Phra Buddhacharn Nuam (Wat Anongkaram) — represented by Luang Pu Nak
Certificate: Thaprachan
Production: 84,000 pieces • individually hand-cut using “gold knives”
SKU: TAC-SOMDEJ-NAIPAO-2495-WIW-PGENPAO
Price:
SGD 368
Why It Is Named “Somdej Nai Pao”
This batch is called “Somdej Pao / Somdej Nai Pao” because Police General Pao Sriyanon initiated and patroned the creation with an intention tied to the Royal Thai Police Bureau, and he served as the Master of Blessing Ceremonies for the batch (as recorded in collector accounts). That naming is a key identity marker: it links the issue to a specific patronage structure, rather than a generic temple fund-raising release.
Temple Lineage & Who Made the Amulets
The batch is stated to be produced by Phra-kru Sangklarath of Wat Intharawihan (Wat Bangkhunprom), described as the Chief Abbot after Luang Pu Phu (หลวงปู่ภู) — a figure revered as a disciple-line keeper connected to Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh traditions. For collectors, this is crucial because it places the production in a “Somdej lineage environment,” not merely a one-off manufacture.
Sacred Materials Collected (Raw Sacred Inputs)
Collector accounts describe an unusually broad gathering of old fragments, powders, and sacred residues. The following are stated as materials incorporated into Somdej Nai Pao:
- Broken fragments of Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh amulets from Wat Rakang and Wat Bangkhunprom.
- Holy powder of Somdej Bangkhunprom BE2485 (and broken Somdej Bangkhunprom pieces).
- Holy powder of Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh given to Luang Pu Phu (as stated).
- Holy metal dust / filings linked to the production of Phra Buddha Chinnaraj “Roon Indochin” (Wat Suthat) and/or Phra Kring Wat Suthat consecrated in BE2485 (as stated in accounts).
- Powder leftovers (Phong Wiset) from Luang Phor Doem (Wat Nongpho, Nakhon Sawan).
- Chanted powder from Luang Phor Sod (Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, Bangkok).
- Somdej amulets given out by Luang Pu Poo (Wat Inn) (as stated).
- Broken pieces of Somdej Wat Sam Pherm, Bangkok (as stated).
- Consecrated powder by Luang Phor Pheur (Wat King Kaew, Samut Prakan) (as stated).
- Additional powders donated by multiple renowned monks who attended the ceremonies (as stated).
Collector Belief Note (Traditional Claim): Somdej Nai Pao is often believed to contain one of the highest concentrations of holy powder originating from Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh, preserved through Luang Pu Phu (as stated in collector tradition). This is presented as belief-based collector framing, not a lab-certified quantity claim.
Binders & Mixing Media (What Held the Powders Together)
Beyond sacred “raw inputs,” the batch is described as using multiple binders and mixing media to form the powder body. Stated materials include:
- Nur Phong Kesorn (powder from crushed jasmine flower petals)
- Nur Phong Kasen Boon Nak (special powder named after Naga)
- Nur Phong Kesorn Bua Luang (powder from crushed lotus flower petals)
- Nur Phong Kaset Pikoon (powder from a type of wood — as stated)
- Poon Kao (limestone powder)
- Kradat Faang (rice paper)
- Namman Maphrao (coconut oil)
- Dinsor Phong (chalk powder)
- Nam Oi (sugarcane) and related media (as stated)
Consecration Timeline & Ceremony Structure
Phase 1 — Materials Mass Chanting: 22 October BE2495
A stated group of 14 monks gathered to mass-chant over the materials before moulding.
- Phra Thep Wae Tee — Wat Sam Phraya
- Phra Pawana Koht — Wat Paknam
- Phra Rat Molee — Wat Rakhang
- Phra Pawana Wikrom — Wat Rakhang
- Phra See Somphot — Wat Suthat
- Luang Phor Chaeng — Wat Bangpang
- Phrakru Winai Ton — Wat Samphanthawong
- Phrakru Sompanyop Rakat — Wat Prodges
- Phra Acharn Plee — Wat Suan Ploo
- Phrakru Arkom Soonthorn — Wat Suthat
- Phra Palad Pleang — Wat Ganya Nimit
- Phra Acharn Baideega Banyat — Wat Suthat
- Phrakru Sung — Wat Intharawihan
- Phrakru Mongkhol Wichit — Wat Anongkaram
Production Notes (Stated):
Total production is described as 84,000 pieces, made with various moulds and hand cut individually
using “gold knives.” The pieces were dried under shade (not direct sunlight) under natural conditions.
Bosth Vigil & 8-Direction Candles (Stated):
After moulding, the amulets were placed in the Bosth and surrounded by auspicious candles in the 8 directions.
Committee members rotated duties to ensure the candles did not go out. Offerings were made to a large image of
Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh placed in the hall to invite him to witness and preside over the ceremony.
Phase 2 — Final Mass Chanting on Completed Amulets: 5 November BE2495
The second mass chanting was conducted prior to distribution. At the auspicious hour of 4:20pm, victory candles were lit,
devotees paid respects, and a speech stated the intention: to remind people of Buddhism, follow its doctrine, and carry on the lineage of
Somdej Phra Buddhachan Toh so that many people could receive a piece containing that legacy (as stated).
Main Consecration Group (Stated Participants)
The following list is recorded in collector accounts as monks invited for the main chanting to complete the consecration (names/temples preserved as stated):
- Luang Phor Sod — Wat Paknam, Thonburi
- Luang Pu Peuak — Wat Kingkeaw, Samut Prakan
- Luang Pu Rian — Wat Nongbua, Kanchanburi
- Luang Phor Chuang — Wat Bang Pae Rok Tai, Nonthaburi
- Luang Phor Roong — Wat Thakrabue, Samut Songkhram
- Phra Palad Taeng Guay — Wat Pradoochimplee, Thonburi
- Luang Phor Chong — Wat Natangnok, Ayutthaya
- Luang Phor Nor — Wat Klang Tharua, Ayutthaya
- Luang Phor Samniang — Wat Weruwanaram, Nakhon Pathom
- Luang Phor Chaeng — Wat Bangpang, Nonthaburi (noted as disciple-line of LP Parn, Wat Bang Nom Kho)
- Luang Pu Nak — Wat Rakhang, Thonburi
- Luang Phor Ha — Wat Don Gai Dee, Samut Sakhon
- Luang Poo Hin — Wat Rakhang, Bangkok
- Luang Poo Toh — Wat Pha Doo Chim Pee, Bangkok
Pim & Surface Notes for This Piece
Your photo set presents the amulet as Pim Ork Rong with a powder body typical of composite Nur Phong batches. For collectors, the key checks are: layer geometry, Buddha silhouette stability, border/edge behavior, and natural powder “age skin.” Side profile is especially helpful for confirming thickness and body consistency.
Traditional Spiritual Attributes (Belief-Based Framing)
Somdej Nai Pao is often spoken of as a “big-merit, big-ceremony Somdej.” The traditional framing commonly emphasizes: protection, social harmony (metta), and stability — guided by Buddhist conduct rather than superstition.
- Protection (คุ้มครอง): belief-based association with safety and reducing obstacles.
- Metta (เมตตา): goodwill and respectful social presence, helpful for public-facing work.
- Stability: mental composure; the “quiet strength” approach typical of Somdej lines.
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Disclaimer: This article is for education and collector appreciation. Ceremony details and material lists are presented as recorded in collector accounts and tradition; spiritual effects are belief-based and non-guaranteed. Please perform independent verification and consult qualified experts where needed.