Luang Phor Choti – Wat Tano, Phitsanulok
Revered Monk of Northern Thailand • Creator of Phra Phong Suan Ruen Kaew (BE 2484) • Teacher of Faith and Compassion
Luang Phor Choti of Wat Tano, Phitsanulok Province, is remembered as one of the most respected monks of his generation. His spiritual discipline, sacred rituals, and the amulets he created continue to hold deep reverence among Buddhists and collectors across Thailand.
Born during the late 19th century in Phitsanulok, he displayed an early and unwavering devotion to Buddhism. From a young age, he dedicated himself to the monastic path and was ordained at Wat Tano, the temple that would later become his life’s work. His monastic name, “Choti”, came to be associated with clarity of mind, humility, and strength in meditation.
As a young monk, he studied under many revered teachers in Northern Thailand, learning meditation, Dhamma, and sacred sciences that included wicha (spiritual knowledge), yantra (sacred geometry), and katha (Pali incantations). These disciplines shaped his character and contributed to his later mastery in both meditation and protective blessings.
Upon becoming abbot of Wat Tano, Luang Phor Choti revitalized the temple, overseeing restoration of its buildings and expanding its role as a spiritual sanctuary. He taught mindfulness and generosity while guiding monks and laypeople toward moral discipline and practical meditation. Under his leadership, Wat Tano became a hub for faith, learning, and sacred ritual in the region.
Among his most revered works is the Phra Phong Suan Ruen Kaew (BE 2484), a sacred amulet he consecrated together with Luang Pu Toh of Wat Pradoochimplee. Made from sacred powders collected over years of devotion and chant, the amulet embodies blessings of protection, prosperity, and spiritual strength. Collectors revere this piece not only for its sacred energy but also for its historical collaboration between two of Thailand’s greatest monks.
Beyond his amulets, Luang Phor Choti’s teachings reflected compassion and humility. He emphasized patience in practice, sincerity in prayer, and kindness toward all beings. His disciples carried these values forward, spreading his influence far beyond Phitsanulok.
Luang Phor Choti passed away in the mid-20th century, leaving behind a legacy of virtue and sacred artistry. His amulets, especially the Phra Phong Suan Ruen Kaew and Phra Khun Paen Pim Yai, remain among the most sought-after in Northern Thailand. His life stands as a lasting testament to faith, wisdom, and compassionate service in the Buddhist tradition.