Revisited To Wat Phra Kaew In Chiang Rai (BE2567) ~ The Original Home Of The Translucent Green Emerald Buddha - Chiang Rai - Thailand (Part 1/2).

The Wat Phra Kaew is an important temple in Thai history, as it was here where the Emerald Buddha was discovered in the year 1434 after lightning struck the Chedi where it was kept. The Emerald Buddha or Phra Kaew Morakot is the most highly revered Buddha image in the country, that is now enshrined in the Wat Phra Kaew temple on the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Towards the end of the 14th century the image was in North Thailand. The King of Chiang Rai decided to hide the image in the Chedi of the Wat Phra Kaew, that was then known as Wat Pa Yier meaning bamboo forest temple. In part 1/2 for temple photos and part 2/2 for Musuem photos.

Unique temple gate of Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai, made from Teak wood, it was built in Lanna style.

The stunning Wiharn of the Wat Phra Kaew is a beautiful Wiharn of Lanna style structure with its facade made of intricately decorated panels. The relatively small Wiharn has a multi tiered roof and very intricate eyebrow pediments. The entrance to the building is guarded by two large Phayanak Naga snakes on either side of the stairs.

Photo taken inside the Wiharn main altar with venerated Phra Jao Lan Thong Buddha image.

The sacred Wiharn contains the Phra Jao Lan Thong Buddha image, a very large bronze and brass image in the subduing Mara mudra that was cast some seven centuries ago.

The Preaching Hall building of Wat Phra Kaew for the delivery of a sermon or religious address to an assembled group of people. The Wat Phra Kaew is an active temple, monks study and live on the temple grounds (back side temple area).

Along the way direct to Chamber of Emerald Buddha statue.

The event Hall building and Phra Buddha statue at front.

Here the stands the golden spiral shaped Chedi where the Emerald Buddha was kept until 1434. In 1434 during a storm the Chedi was hit by lightning and damaging the structure. Some of the stucco came off revealing the Buddha image. As people believed the image was made of emerald (it is actually green jade), they named it the Emerald Buddha, or with its official name the Phra Kaew Morakot. The name of the temple was then changed to its current name Wat Phra Kaew. Not long after the discovery of the Emerald Buddha King Sam Fang Kaen of the Lanna Kingdom ordered the image to be brought to Chiang Mai, the capital of the Kingdom. The image was transported in a shrine placed on the back of an elephant. The elephant however had a mind of its own and brought the image to Lampang, further South. After this had occurred three times, the King decided to leave the image in Lampang, where it was housed in the Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao temple. A white statue of the elephant that carried the image can still be seen today at the Lampang temple.

The sacred Shrine for Phra Buddha statues venerated in front side of the Chedi.

Wat Phra Kaew ~ Hall building and amulet counter inside.

Photo taken inside amulet counter.

Daily devotees come and make merit here by the monk in duty for give blessing to devotees.

A photo taken at the Shrine of King Mengrai in Wat Phra Kaew, honoring the founder of the Lanna Kingdom.

Chamber Haw Phra Yok was built to enshrine sacred Emerald Buddha. The teak wooden chamber, 8 metres in width and 12 metres in length, was built in ancient Chiang Saen style. Its model was created by a renowned artist Thawan Datchanee. At front side also located the pond for fishes and turtles.

Photo taken at Chamber Emerald Buddha, enshrine the Emerald Buddha statue.

Today, the Wat Phra Kaew temple in Chiang Rai holds a replica of the original Phra Kaew Morakot image. This replica that is very close to the original was made in honor of the 90th birthday of HRH Princess Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother. This replica also named Phra Kaew Morakot carved from jade was installed in the temple’s Chamber Emerald Buddha in 1991. It is a little smaller than the original, which is about 45 centimeters tall.

The painting is located inside the chamber, surrounded by green decorative wall designs.

Patisanthara Hall with sacred Wooden trunk.

I'm very impressed with Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai. It's very well maintained with a very beautiful and peaceful temple grounds with very lovely huge orchids. 

Shrine for statue of Phra Phuttha Mongkol Wiwat.

Shrine for the Phra Buddha statues.

The big Drum of Wat Phra Kaew and photos of the group novices and monks residing in Wat Phra Kaew during Buddhist Lent of BE2567.

Wat Phra Kaew ~ SaengKaew Museum. We'll sharing more photos for SaengKaew Museum in part 2/2.

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Visiting Wat PomKaew ~ Temple Of LP Perm Attatipo - Ayutthaya - Thailand.

LP Perm Attatipo is one of the renowned monks associated with “Ruay Perm Poon”. When visiting Ayutthaya, it is customary to pay respects and seek blessings at three famous temples in this spiritual lineage to invite wealth and prosperity. In Ayutthaya Province, the term “Ruay Perm Poon” is widely recognized, referring to three revered monks: Luang Por Ruay of Wat Tako, Luang Por Perm of Wat Pom Kaew, and Luang Por Poon of Wat Ban Phaen. Here, we are highlighting Wat Pom Kaew and its honored monk, Luang Por Perm Attatipo.

LP Perm Attatipo is a highly respected monk with a simple, humble and contented lifestyle, evoking the reverence and admiration of those who see him. One such practitioner, LP Perm Attatipo has received knowledge and experience in meditation and Vipassana meditation from previous masters, such as LP Chot of Wat PomKaew, LP Phrom of Wat Chong Kae, Kruba Chum Bothiko and Kruba Brahma of Wat Phra Phutthabat Tak Pha. In additional also sought guidance from the revered monk LP Doo of Wat Sakae and many other monks. 

The name of LP Perm Attatipo, (Perm) means "increase" or "growth" in Thai, a name considered auspicious. Therefore, devotees firmly believe that wearing his amulets brings positive changes to their lives. Among his amulets, the most celebrated are his handmade Takrut, especially renowned nationwide for its invulnerability to weapons. Records indicate that he only made Takrut during the rainy season retreat each year, personally handling everything from writing the inscriptions to independently blessing them. His annual production did not exceed one hundred Takrut, making them extremely precious. There are strict rules for wearing this amulet: it must be worn around the neck and is strictly forbidden to be worn around the waist; one must also abstain from alcohol and avoid committing sexual misconduct, otherwise the power of the sacred object will immediately become ineffective. The master began assisting in the creation of amulets and sacred objects in Buddhist Era BE2517. According to records, the first batch of self-portrait amulets was made to celebrate the master's fifth birthday (60 years old); the 60th birthday commemorative self-portrait amulet was created in Buddhist Era BE2531. This batch of sacred objects included the self-portrait amulet, a Phra Somdej amulet with the master's image on the back, and the first batch of small golden statues, which were extremely popular due to their numerous miraculous stories. Other notable series include the (Perm Sap / Adding Wealth) series from Buddhist Era BE2542 and the (Perm Suk / Adding Happiness) series from Buddhist Era BE2543. Every amulet of LP Perm Attatipo that he consecrated has always possessed powerful and sacred powers, leading to its renowned reputation to this day. Therefore, they are highly sought after and sought after as offerings to bring blessings and blessings to one's life.

The signboard displaying the name of Wat Pom Kaew and the banner guiding visitors to pay respect to Luang Por Perm Attatipo on the second floor of the sermon hall at Wat PomKaew.

The altar for the Phra Buddha, statues of previous abbots LP Chot & LP Perm and a ceremonial gong. 

LP Perm Attatipo, whose real name is Perm Bamrungsuk, born on March 27, BE2469 in Ayutthaya Province, Ban Klueng district of Amphoe Bang Sai. He was the third of seven children in his family, whose parents were Pho Lek and Mae Phrae, who were farmers. He completed his fourth year of primary school at a school near Wat Bang Yi Tho. After graduation, he briefly became a novice monk and studied Khmer and Buddhist scriptures and mantras at Wat Bang Yi Tho. However, just two years later, due to his father's illness, LP Perm returned home and left the monastic life to help support his family. After reaching adulthood, he fulfilled his national duty by serving two years in the military. Shortly after his discharge, his mother passed away. This series of misfortunes prompted him to embark on the path of Buddhist practice, seeking peace and solace for his soul. On July 27, BE2493, LP Perm was formally ordained as a monk at Wat Sikuk in Bang Ban district, Ayutthaya province. His master was Phra Kru Prachot Wuttikorn (Luang Phor Chot) from Wat PomKaew. He was given the Buddhist name "Attatipo" meaning "one who is his own light" or "one who possesses his own radiance".

In his early years as a monk, LP Perm studied and practiced at Wat Sikuk for two years. Later, on the advice of his preceptor LP Chot, he moved to Wat PomKaew. During this time, he diligently studied and eventually obtained the highest level of Nak Tham Ek (Buddhist doctrinal degree), laying a solid foundation for his profound Buddhist knowledge at Wat PomKaew.

The principal altar of Luang Por Perm Attatipo, enshrined on the second floor of the sermon hall, where devotees come to pay their respects. After the passing of his revered teacher LP Chot, LP Perm Attatipo succeeded him as the abbot of Wat PomKaew in BE2510. He was not only a practitioner but also an outstanding leader and builder, revered by local devotees as "Luang Phor Nak Phatthana (Holy Monk of Development and Construction)". He utilized his knowledge and experience gained in the military to personally plan and oversee the construction of many permanent buildings within the temple grounds. Furthermore, he actively promoted monastic education, personally teaching and establishing Buddhist and Pali language colleges, nurturing numerous outstanding monks. He also established an educational foundation to provide long-term financial support to students in the region, making significant contributions to local education and development at Wat PomKaew.

Photo taken with portrait of LP Perm Attatipo of Wat PomKaew. LP Perm Attatipo was a highly respected and revered monk who lived a life of strict discipline and simple living. Many practitioners believed that his virtue and spiritual attainment had reached a very high level of enlightenment, and that he possessed powerful spiritual strength. On Monday, July 1, BE2562, at 1:30 AM, he passed away peacefully at Thonburi Hospital due to his advanced age. LP Perm Attatipo lived to the age of 93 years, 3 months, and 6 days, and had been a monk for 69 years. His remains were moved back to Wat PomKaew on July 3, where a royal holy water bathing ceremony was held to highlight his high status and contributions. To this day, the stories of his virtues and sacred objects continue to resonate in the hearts of devotees in Ayutthaya and throughout Thailand.

The meeting area with the current abbot, Phra Ajahn Eiang (Phrakru Palat Pairoj Bhatthiyo) of Wat Pom Kaew, with a portrait of Luang Por Perm Attatipo displayed behind.

Temple Wat PomKaew amulet counter.

The White Chedi of Wat PomKaew, with the side Wiharn housing the Luang Por Nak Buddha statue and the Luang Por Phai Buddha statue.

Photo taken with the Ordination Hall of Ubosot Wat PomKaew.

The main statue of Principal Phra Buddha venerated inside the Ordination Hall of Ubosot Wat PomKaew.

Temple Wat PomKaew statues of Tao Wessuwan is a revered figure who is sought for good fortune, protection and charisma.

The surroundings of the temple are beautiful, with areas for relaxation and opportunities to view fish. There are decorative statues of King Kong and Godzilla. The temple grounds are clean and spacious, featuring a koi pond and a flock of peacocks.

Photo taken with decorative Godzilla statue set amid a surrounding koi pond.

Photo taken with decorative statue of King Kong and a surrounding koi pond.

Wat PomKaew has constructed a new statue of Phra Phrom (white color). The statue is currently awaiting the casting work and ceremony. The construction work is being supervised by the current abbot of the temple Phra Ajahn Eiang (Phrakru Palat Pairoj Bhatthiyo).

Crematorium of Wat Pom Kaew to serve local community needs for funerals and funeral rites. A temple crematorium is used to conduct the traditional Buddhist funeral and cremation ceremonies for community members and their families.

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