Roop Lor Luang Phor Sodh Wat Paknam Nur Thong Phasom BE2566 Wat Tan Chet Yot (with original temple box)

History of the Making of Roop Lor Luang Phor Sodh Wat Paknam Nur Thong Phasom

Year of Creation: BE2566 (2023)

Temple: Wat Tan Chet Yot, Bangkok

Material: Nur Thong Phasom (mixed gold alloy)

Packaging: Original temple box

Background

Luang Phor Sodh Candasaro, the late abbot of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen, is one of Thailand’s most revered meditation masters and the rediscoverer of the Dhammakaya meditation method. His amulets, statues, and roop lor (cast images) are highly respected among devotees for their association with mindfulness, prosperity, and protection.

Wat Tan Chet Yot, a temple with strong spiritual ties to Wat Paknam and the Dhammakaya lineage, initiated the casting of this Roop Lor Luang Phor Sodh in BE2566 to commemorate his enduring legacy and raise funds for temple development projects.

Purpose of Creation

The creation of this batch served several purposes:

1. Commemoration – Honoring Luang Phor Sodh’s unparalleled contributions to the spread of Vipassana meditation and Dhamma teachings.

2. Merit-Making – Funds from rentals (donations) were directed toward the restoration of temple structures, religious education programs, and community welfare projects at Wat Tan Chet Yot.

3. Blessings for Devotees – Providing followers with a sacred object blessed under strict Buddhist ritual to aid in mindfulness, prosperity, and protection from harm.

Material and Craftsmanship

• Material: Nur Thong Phasom — a gold-infused alloy blended with sacred metals from earlier temple castings and fragments from amulets associated with the Dhammakaya tradition.

• Mold: Highly detailed mold capturing the lifelike facial features and serene meditation posture of Luang Phor Sodh.

• Base: The underside bears a code and temple marking for authenticity.

Consecration Ceremony (Phuttha Phisek)

The consecration of this batch followed ancient ceremonial principles:

1. Preparation of Sacred Metal – Small amounts of gold, silver, and copper from various revered temples, along with metal shavings from older Luang Phor Sodh statues, were combined.

2. First Blessing – Monks at Wat Tan Chet Yot performed chanting of Itipiso Mahamangala Katha and Dhammakaya Gatha to imbue the metal with auspicious energy before casting.

3. Main Phuttha Phisek Ceremony – Held in the main ubosot of Wat Tan Chet Yot, attended by senior monks from Wat Paknam and nearby temples. Chanting included the Paritta Suttas, Metta Sutta, and the Katha Metta Maha Niyom for blessings of loving-kindness, wealth, and protection.

4. Final Blessing – After casting and polishing, the roop lor images were placed before the principal Buddha image in the ubosot for a final seven-day continuous chanting session.

Symbolic Blessings (According to Belief)

Owners of this Roop Lor Luang Phor Sodh are believed to receive:

• Metta Mahaniyom – Enhancing personal charm, kindness, and support from others.

• Maha Lap – Bringing prosperity, business success, and steady income.

• Klaew Klaad – Protection from accidents, misfortune, and malevolent forces.

• Buddha Nusati – Inspiring mindfulness, meditation practice, and inner peace.

Authentication

• Each piece bears a code stamp issued by Wat Tan Chet Yot to confirm authenticity.

• Supplied in the original temple box, which helps preserve the condition and value for collectors.

Rarity and Collectibility

While the BE2566 batch is relatively recent, its connection to Luang Phor Sodh, the meticulous blessing ceremony, and the limited production numbers make it highly desirable among Dhammakaya practitioners and modern amulet collectors. Over time, especially with original temple packaging intact, its value is expected to appreciate.