Phra Pidta Lang Yant Kru Nur Din Wat Khu Yang, Kamphaeng Phet Est. BE2444; Relaxed from Chendi BE2513

Phra Pidta Wat Ku Yang – Fired Clay Edition

Type: Phra Pidta (Closed-Eyes Buddha)

Material: Sacred Fired Clay 

Temple: Wat Ku Yang, Amphoe Mueang, Kamphaeng Phet Province

Estimated Period: BE2444; released in Chendi BE2513

Certification: Regionally recognized, highly sought by traditional collectors

1. Background of Wat Ku Yang

Wat Ku Yang is a historically significant temple in Kamphaeng Phet Province, closely tied to the forest monk tradition of the lower northern and upper central Thai regions. The temple’s name refers to an ancient moat or pond (“Ku”) and possibly a sacred tree (“Yang”) located within the monastic compound, indicating a spiritually charged site suitable for Vipassana practice and sacred amulet creation.

2. Design and Features of the Amulet

• Image: Phra Pidta posture, depicting the Buddha covering his face with both hands, representing the closing of six sense doors to attain inner awakening

• Reverse: Often plain or marked with temple stamp; some pieces bear sacred yantra or incantation lines

• Material: Clay sourced from temple grounds, mixed with:

  • Ashes from joss sticks and candle drippings used in chanting

  • Powdered remains of older amulets (Phong Wan and Phong Itthijay)

  • Sacred soil and plant materials collected from forest monastery rituals

• Color: Natural earthy tones—light brown, red clay, or darker hues due to firing intensity

• Size: Small to medium, easy to wear, frequently found encased in traditional bronze or lacquered casings

3. Purpose of Creation

This batch of Phra Pidta was produced during a period of religious revitalization in Kamphaeng Phet. The key objectives were to:

• Support temple restoration and education projects

• Distribute to villagers for spiritual protection and blessing of the land

• Uphold the tradition of sacred clay amulets, which trace their roots back to the Sukhothai and early Ayutthaya periods

4. Believed Powers and Benefits

Phra Pidta Wat Ku Yang is highly regarded for:

• Klaew Klaad: Evasion of danger and misfortune

• Metta Mahaniyom: Enhanced charm and likability, especially in trade or social life

• Kongkrapan Chatri: Invulnerability against physical harm and black magic

• Samadhi Strengthening: Encouraging calmness, mental clarity, and meditative absorption

5. Rarity and Collector Recognition

• Original fired clay pieces from Wat Ku Yang are now rare, especially those with clear detail and intact edges

• Commonly appear in regional Thai amulet exhibitions and competitions

• Often certified by local collector networks or accompanied by oral provenance