In mid-2024 (B.E.2567), Kruba Apiwat visited and paid homage to the Phra Sri Sakya Dasapolyana at Buddhamonthon and witnessed wondrous events witnessing the Buddha's power. This deeply strengthened his faith and devotion, reminding him of the true existence of the Buddha's merit and the supreme refuge in the Triple Gem. Combined with this, Kruba Apiwat recalled a Lanna teaching passed down from his teachers: the mantra of the Lord Buddha's Power (the six-colored rays of light illuminating the three worlds), which guides sentient beings with little defilement in their eyes to see the Dharma.
This mantra is said to represent the Buddha's power surpassing that of gods, Brahma, Mara, humans, and hell beings in the three worlds. Ancient masters recounted this (though different versions may exist among various teachers, but it is likely widespread). Therefore, Kruba Apiwat decided to create a coin depicting the Radiant Buddha amulet (The Buddha's Power Illuminating the Three Worlds) to distribute on various occasions.
After consulting with many people about the desire to create these amulets as a memento and refuge for the Triple Gem, many people contributed to the merit-making for their creation. A devotee of Kruba requested permission to produce them free of charge. The amulets were completed and the first ceremony began in November 2024 (B.E.2567) and has continued until the present. This year, the temple is holding a ceremony to pay homage to the teachers and masters who taught morality, meditation, and Buddhist magic, as a mark of gratitude. Therefore, these amulets will be distributed as souvenirs to those who contributed and attended the Wai Khru event held on February.
*Some of these amulets were distributed to Thai soldiers stationed on the Cambodian border to protect their safety and well-being.
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| Phra Sri Sakya Dasapolyana at Buddhamonthon. |
