Wednesday, 22 June 2016

Luang Phor Dee - Nam Tao ( Hulu )

Luang Phor Dee
Wat Phra Phut Ko Phawana , Phetchaburi
Nam Tao Kun Kut Duk Sap ( Wood )
B.E. 2559
Made 200 pcs
Item Code : SCK-LPD001-WI

Luang Phor Dee was born on B.E. 2495 and officially became a monk in B.E. 2527.
He later became the abbot of Wat Thachaikiri in his hometown. During his years as abbot in Wat Thachaikiri, he help to develop the temple and gain alot of respect from the nearby villagers.
At that time, every year after the buddhist lent, he will lead the monks and novices to go on tudong, a monk's journey to develop Sathi ( Consciousness ), Samathi ( Mindfulness ) and also to propagate Dharma Of Buddha to people.
Luang Phor Dee was also highly respected by soldiers around the area. Luang Phor Dee was often invited conduct blessing for them as bring good luck and protection when they are going on a mission or training.
In B.E. 2547, Luang Phor Dee's mother was seriously ill, he decided to resign from his monkhood and look after his mum as he is the only one who can take care of her. He took all his time and tried all his best to take care of his mother, however his mother pass away later on.
After the funeral, Luang Phor Dee went back to phetchaburi. As promised to his disciple at Wat Thachaikiri, he went to assist and help out in his disciple's work. He continue to contribute his effort in the temple as a layman.
With faith in buddhism, Luang Phor Dee decided to return to be a monk again. All his disciples were delighted of his return to monkhood. The 2nd ordination eventually took place on B.E. 2557 and servcing his duty in the current temple.

This is one of his recent created amulet. A wooden carved Nam Tao ( 葫芦 ) with a takurt inserted at mouth (opening) of the Nam Tao ( 葫芦 ) to bring / suck in good luck and wealth.

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