Luang Phor ThongKam Suwajo was born on 12 April 1929, got ordained at the age of 14 at Wat Ban Kam Krang, Khon Kaen Province. After ordination, got interested in dharma mantras. So, went to LP Fan Arjaro and studied with LP Fan for 9 years. Then returned to layman, but continued studying mantras that learnt more from a monk in Laos. After that, came back to Thailand and went into priesthood again at Wat Ratphisai, Maha Sarakham Province. After priesthood, began a pilgrimage and meanwhile learnt more mantras from LP ThongMa and looked after until LP ThongMa passed away. After that, LP ThongKam set off a pilgrimage until reaching Phitsanulok Province and established "Yan Yow Monastery" for maintaining Buddhism and helping people in need.
Luang Phor ThongKam, Wat TaChang, Surin. |