Somdet Chao Pha Kho (LP Thuad) is the most revered of the great monks of Southern Thailand, and for good reason. According to legend, a band of pirates once sailing near the coast noticed the monk walking along a hillside in his distinctive manner and decided to put him to the test. They abducted him and carried him aboard their ship, but as they attempted to sail away, the wind died and the vessel would not move. The pirates were forced to anchor for many days until their supply of fresh water was exhausted. Taking pity on them, Somdet Chao Pha Kho (LP Thuad) extended his left foot into the salty sea, which then miraculously turned into clean, drinkable fresh water. Amazed and deeply grateful, the pirates immediately returned him safely to shore. From that day onward, both the pirates and the local people paid homage to the venerable monk.
Phra Leela guardian figures at top of the stairway.A long stairway leading from the main road up to Wat PhaKho on the hilltop.Photo taken with statue of Somdet Chao Pha Kho ~ LP Thuad and Phra Phutthacharn Toh.The surrounding landscape of Wat Phakho with the Phra Sivali statue.Hall building for general assembly use by novice monks for learning and chanting.Small Sala and Wiharn at Wat PhaKho.The ancient well where the monk's robes were washed in the past.The Gong and the baby Buddha statue with one hand pointing to the sky and the other to the earth depicts the legendary moment of Prince Siddhartha's birth, symbolizing his declaration of supreme spiritual attainment and universal guidance.The Main Pavilion for Paying Respects to Luang Pu Thuad. Visitors to this temple will come to understand that Luang Pu Thuad is truly a spiritual center for the people of Southern Thailand and for devotees throughout the country. Paying respects here is an important and meaningful part of the visit.
Photo taken inside the Pavilion building and altar venerated LP Thuad statues.The Buddha's Footprint is imprinted on a rock slab on Khao Phiphat Singh. It existed before the establishment of the temple, as shown by the area’s former name, Khao Phutthabat (Mountain of the Buddha’s Footprint). Later, local villagers came to believe that this footprint belonged to Somdet Chao Pha Kho (Luang Pu Thuad), who is said to have prayed and left the imprint for his descendants to venerate before departing from the temple.A collection of photographs featuring Luang Pu Thuad statues in many different postures.Amulet counter of Wat PhaKho..
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