Luang Pho Phoon (หลวงพ่อพูน) of Wat Ban Phaen, Phra Sangkajai, "Ruay Sut Sut" batch (รุ่นรวยสุดๆ, "richest of all"), in baked clay (เนื้อดิน), made at Wat Ban Phaen (วัดบ้านแพน), Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, in B.E. 2557 (2014). Phra Sangkajai (พระสังกัจจายน์) is the Venerable Mahakaccana, one of the Buddha's great disciples; his round, full-bellied form stands for abundance, and in Thailand he is a favourite for wealth and popularity. The rectangular clay plaque shows Phra Sangkajai seated cross-legged on a base with hands joined at the belly; the back is plain with natural clay skin. According to the supplier, the batch was kiln-fired and blessed by Luang Pho Phoon in his meditation hut through the three-month Buddhist Lent before release. Formal association certificate No. 03904, barcode GJ10-C2BB9, searchable on the association website. One piece only; it is held by a partner supplier, so please submit a request and we confirm availability by email within 24 hours.
What is the Luang Pho Phoon Phra Sangkajai "Ruay Sut Sut" batch?
Phra Sangkajai (พระสังกัจจายน์) is the Thai name for the Venerable Mahakaccana, one of the Buddha's great disciples, renowned for explaining the Dhamma. Thai tradition shows him as a round, full-bellied, gently smiling monk who stands for abundance and good fortune, so Sangkajai amulets are worn above all for wealth and popularity. He is often confused with the laughing Budai or with Maitreya, but they are different figures.
This piece was issued by Luang Pho Phoon (หลวงพ่อพูน) of Wat Ban Phaen (วัดบ้านแพน), Ayutthaya, in B.E. 2557. The batch name "รวยสุดๆ" means "richest of all", and the material is baked clay (เนื้อดิน). Note that this Luang Pho Phoon (พูน) of Wat Ban Phaen is a different master from Luang Phor Poon (พูล), whose name is transliterated the same way in Chinese.
Key facts
- Type: Phra Sangkajai (พระสังกัจจายน์), clay plaque
- Batch: "Ruay Sut Sut" (รุ่นรวยสุดๆ)
- Material: baked clay (เนื้อดิน / Nuea Din), kiln-fired according to the supplier
- Temple: Wat Ban Phaen (วัดบ้านแพน), Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province
- Master: Luang Pho Phoon (หลวงพ่อพูน)
- Year: B.E. 2557 (2014)
- Certification: Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate (บัตรรับรองพระแท้), No. 03904, barcode GJ10-C2BB9, issued 13 October B.E. 2569 (2026)
- Stock: one piece only, held by a partner supplier
Luang Pho Phoon and Wat Ban Phaen
Wat Ban Phaen is in Ayutthaya Province, and Luang Pho Phoon (หลวงพ่อพูน) is its senior monk, with a large following in the region. According to the supplier, he is known for strict discipline, deep meditation and mastery of old yantra and incantation practices. The supplier states this Sangkajai batch was kiln-fired and then blessed by the master in his meditation hut throughout the three months of Buddhist Lent before being released to devotees.
Blessings
- Wealth: the abundance Phra Sangkajai is known for, for income and business
- Popularity: good relations and help from others
- Fortune: an overall lift in luck
- Safety: warding off danger and bad influences
Please note: an amulet supports your own efforts and intentions; it does not guarantee any outcome. Keeping the Five Precepts is traditionally encouraged.
Craftsmanship
A rectangular plaque of grey-white clay with slightly irregular edges. The front shows Phra Sangkajai with a rounded head and long earlobes, robe draped over one shoulder and hands joined at the belly, seated cross-legged on a two-tier base before an arched halo. The back is plain, showing the natural texture, fine cracks and earthy skin of fired clay. Uncased.
FAQ
Q: Is Phra Sangkajai the same as Maitreya?
A: No. Phra Sangkajai is the disciple Mahakaccana (พระสังกัจจายน์); Maitreya is the future Buddha. Both are often shown with a large belly, hence the confusion. This piece's certificate reads "พระสังกัจจายน์หลวงพ่อพูน".
Q: What does the certificate say?
A: The Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate reads "พระสังกัจจายน์หลวงพ่อพูน รุ่นรวยสุดๆ เนื้อดิน พ.ศ. 2557", category "พระเนื้อดิน" (clay amulet), temple "วัดบ้านแพน", province "พระนครศรีอยุธยา". Enter barcode GJ10-C2BB9 on the association's website to see this piece's photo and record.
Q: Can I wear a clay amulet every day?
A: Yes. A waterproof case is recommended to protect it from knocks and long soaking.
Q: Who is it suited to?
A: Business owners, anyone hoping for good relations and helpful people, and collectors of Phra Sangkajai or Ayutthaya amulets.
Q: Why do I request first and pay later?
A: This piece is held by a partner supplier rather than in our Bangkok stock. So that nobody pays for a piece that has already gone, we confirm with the supplier first and reply by email within 24 hours. If it is available, the email includes a payment link valid for 24 hours. Submitting a request costs nothing.
About this piece
- Includes: the clay amulet (uncased) and the Thai Buddha Image Admiration Association formal certificate (No. 03904)
- Price: ฿6,000
- Stock: one piece only
- How to buy: submit a request on this page; pay through the emailed link once availability is confirmed
Last updated: 2026-10-30 | Merit Messenger team (Bangkok-based)
