The former abbot of the temple, Luang Phor Hop (now deceased) was a scholar of magic spells and incantations and is well-known for the amulets he consecrated. Believed to offer protection from danger, Luang Phor Hop amulets are much sought after items.

Phra Buddhamahadammaraja at Wat Traiphum temple, Petchabun province
Phra Buddhamahadammaraja, the principle Buddha image of the temple is
the spiritual guardian of Petchabun province.

The Phra Buddhamahadammaraja Buddha image is invocated in the Um Phra Dam Nam ceremony performed by the provincial governor to ensure an abundance of crops, plentiful harvests and the prosperity of Petchabun, the ‘city of plants and crops’.

Phra Buddhamahadammaraja Buddha image is associated with the powers to heal illness and agricultural abundance.

Phra Leua at Wat Noi temple
The Phra Leua Buddha image so named because the Buddha image was cast from gold fragments left-over from casting the magnificent Phra Buddhachinnarat Buddha image housed in Wat Phra Sri Rattanamahathat Voramahaviharn, also known as Wat Yai (big temple) in Phitsanuloke.

The Phra Leua Buddha image, installed at Wat Noi (Little Temple), has a name with an auspicious meaning. “Leua” means surplus or more than enough to consume.

It is believed that all who worship the Buddha will be blessed. Given this association with a surplus of good fortune, individuals who are business executives or are employed in the financial sector.

Phra Nang Bucha at Wat Nong Ya near Wat Phra Wat Phra Sri Rattanamahathat Voramahaviharn in Phitsanuloke
Phra Nang Bucha is one of the finest in the prized Benjapakee collection. It is believed that women who are leaders, senior executives, managers, supervisors and bosses responsible for managing a large staff would benefit from having Phra Nang Bucha or amulets in their possession to win hearts and gain popularity.

Phra Dhammachak at Wat Phra Taen Sida-at temple
Phra Dhammachak, the principle Buddha image at the temple, is believed to offer protection against fire and arson and hence would be the ideal Buddha image or amulet to have in the home. Additionally, there are five other Buddha images alleged to offer answers to questions those who seek blessings pose. Those who wish to have their fortunes ‘read’ should offer prayers and make ritual offerings.

Lek Nam Pii Sacred Steel
In times past, steel known as ‘lek nam pii’ was the metal of choice for crafting weapons for kings. Believed to be endowed with powers to undo black magic and evil spells and offer protection against demons, evil spirits and ghosts, those who travelled to faraway places and strange lands or frequently stayed overnight in unfamiliar places were advised to carry lek nam pii.

Phra Mae Ya at Sala Klang (pavilion at the Sukhothai provincial office), Sukhothai
According to folklore, Phra Mae Ya is King Ramkhamhaeng’s mother. It is believed that Phra Mae Ya’s spirit watches over the residents of Sukhothai. As a guardian spirit, Phra Mae Ya continues to assume the role of a protective grandmother who looks after the well-being of family members.

Luang Phor Pee at Wat Laan Hoi temple
Luang Phor Pee, the former abbot of Wat Laan Hoi temple and a revered guru well-known throughout Northern Thailand, is noted for the amulets he consecrated which were believed to protect individuals who travel frequently or engage in dangerous work from harm. In spite of his passing in 1974 (2517 BE), Luang Phor Pee’s amulets are still treasured by all who have them and sought after by others. Those who believed in the abbot continue to make pilgrimages to the temple to pay their respects.