Phra Phuttha Chinnarat powder votives, hand-made by Luang Pho Chai at Wat Hua Wao, Singburi, in B.E. 2497 (1954) from his signature Itthije Maha Phut powder — over seventy years old. Three pieces from the same batch, each individually certified. USD $98 each.
1. What is a Phra Phuttha Chinnarat amulet?
Phra Phuttha Chinnarat is widely held to be the most beautiful Buddha image in Thailand — enthroned at Phitsanulok, ringed by a flame aureole, revered as the image of victory over obstacles. Thais pray before it for success in study, career and rank, and central-Thailand masters of the old generation loved to render it in pressed sacred powder. This batch is exactly that: the Chinnarat form, hand-pressed by Luang Pho Chai in his final years.
Key facts
- Type: Phra Phuttha Chinnarat powder votive — batch includes large mold, small mold (พิมพ์เล็ก) and a Phra Phut mold
- Material: Itthije Maha Phut sacred powder — materials from seven sources, ground and consecrated over years of chanting
- Temple: Wat Hua Wao, Singburi Province
- Made by: Luang Pho Chai (1882–1958), third abbot of Wat Hua Wao
- Year: B.E. 2497 (1954) — the master's late years, 70+ years ago
- Presentation: bare votives, grey-white powder bodies with visible sacred material, ready for casing
- Stock: 3 pieces, each with its own certificate
2. Who was Luang Pho Chai?
Born in 1882, Luang Pho Chai served as the third abbot of Wat Hua Wao on the Chao Phraya riverbank in Singburi — a temple long famous in local lore for its resident spirits. His renown came from turning that lore into practice: the Itthije Maha Phut formula gathered sacred materials from seven sources by ancient prescription, blended with ivory shavings, submerged fragrant woods and herbs, then ground, molded, inscribed and re-worked over years, with monastic chanting throughout. In 1954 he pressed this powder into several Buddha forms; he passed away peacefully in 1958 at 76.
3. Blessings
- Success: the Chinnarat vow — accomplishment in study, career and rank
- Protection: the old powder's guarding pedigree — danger turned aside
- Warding: Wat Hua Wao's specialty — evil and ill influence kept at bay
- Favor: the majestic image draws goodwill and helpful people
Note: amulets support mindful living; they are not a guarantee. Keeping the five precepts aligns the wearer with the blessing.
4. Craftsmanship
All three pieces show the grey-white Itthije powder body flecked with visible sacred material, mellowed by seventy years of natural aging: one large-mold Chinnarat with crisp flame-arch lines, one small-mold (พิมพ์เล็ก) ideal for daily wear, and one round-arch Phra Phut form. Offered bare; a waterproof case is recommended. Each piece matches its own certificate number for verification.
5. FAQ
Q: Can Luang Pho Chai amulets still be obtained?
A: The master passed away in 1958 — nearly seventy years ago; his powder pieces only diminish. These three come through a legitimate channel, each with its own Merit Messenger certificate.
Q: What is Itthije Maha Phut powder?
A: Luang Pho Chai's signature formula — sacred materials collected from seven sources by ancient method, blended with ivory shavings, fragrant woods and herbs, ground and re-worked over years amid continuous chanting. It is one of the storied powders of the old Thai amulet era.
Q: How do the three pieces differ, and which will I receive?
A: Same batch, same powder, three molds — Chinnarat large, Chinnarat small, and Phra Phut. After ordering we confirm with photos which piece is yours; first come, first choose.
Q: How do I verify the certificates?
A: Scan the QR code on each card — numbers P01228, P01224 and P01227, all double-signed and dated 7 July 2026.
Q: Who should wear it?
A: Students and professionals pursuing success, lovers of old-era powder amulets, and anyone seeking protection with historical depth.
6. About this batch
- 3 pieces: Chinnarat large mold, small mold, and Phra Phut mold — first come, first choose
- Price: USD $98 each
- Bare votives — we can suggest case options on request
- Each piece carries its own Merit Messenger Certificate of Authenticity; 10x refund if proven inauthentic
Last updated: 2026-07-18 | Merit Messenger team (Bangkok-based)
