Phra Rahu, Run Chanthanupparakha (the lunar eclipse batch), made in the tradition of Luang Pho Noi and issued by Wat Sisathong, Nakhon Chai Si, Nakhon Pathom. Released to fund the vihara of the seven day-of-week Buddhas. This is the clear acrylic waterproof case version, with the original temple box. No certificate, no year stated.
1. Rahu is a deity of reversal, not of wealth
Rahu drank the nectar of immortality by stealth, was cut in two for it and did not die, and has pursued the sun and moon ever since. An eclipse is the moment he succeeds.
The logic Thais apply is direct: a power that can swallow the moon can swallow the dark stretch in your fortune. Rahu is not addressed to wanting more; he is addressed to nothing working — the blocked year, the rival who undermines you, the effort that never converts.
For the full background on Wat Sisathong, Luang Pho Noi and why the eclipse matters, see the gold-cased version; this page does not repeat it.
Key facts
- Type: Phra Rahu
- Tradition: Tamrap Luang Pho Noi
- Batch: Run Chanthanupparakha, the lunar eclipse batch
- Cause: to fund the vihara of the seven day-of-week Buddhas
- Temple: Wat Sisathong, Nakhon Chai Si, Nakhon Pathom
- Material: cast dark metal, four-armed Rahu holding sun and moon, Thai temple name at the base
- Casing: clear acrylic waterproof case, teardrop form, clear on both faces, metal loop, ready to wear
- Included: original temple box, gold-lettered with temple, batch, tradition and cause
- Certificate: none; no year stated, a recent release
2. Choosing between the two cases
The same figure is offered in two cases. The difference is the case, not the object inside:
- Acrylic (this one): clear teardrop, light and thin, effectively invisible under a shirt, discreet, and the friendlier price. The right choice for daily wear, for people who would rather not advertise it, or for a first Rahu piece.
- Italian gold: pointed arch with an engraved scrollwork frame, more formal and more substantial in the hand, better for formal occasions or as a gift. See the gold version
In one line: the case affects appearance, weight and price. It does not affect the nature of the sacred object. Choose by how you intend to wear it.
3. What it is for, and who it suits
- Turning bad fortune: for a low or blocked period
- Dispelling ill-wishers and gossip
- Breaking deadlock, a turn in work
- Protection: Rahu is a fierce deity and carries a guarding aspect
- Seizing an opening: popular practice also asks Rahu for opportunity
Suited to anyone in a low or transitional stretch, to people constrained or undermined at work, and to founders and the self-employed. Not recommended for pregnant women or children under 16.
Note: Amulets and sacred images are objects of faith and cultural collection. Their purpose is to remind the wearer to keep precepts and act well. What is described here reflects Thai devotional tradition and is not a guarantee of any outcome. Do not substitute a sacred object for necessary judgement and effort.
4. Workmanship and casing
The figure is cast in dark metal: Rahu with four arms, a tall pointed crown, sun and moon held at the chest, the Thai temple name cast at the base, the casting dimensional and clear.
The case is a clear acrylic teardrop, transparent on both faces so the front and back of the figure remain visible, with a metal loop at the top ready for a chain. Acrylic is light, thin and clear; it is softer than metal, so fine scratches can appear over years of wear. A metal case can be fitted later if that matters to you.
5. FAQ
Q: Does it come with a certificate?
A: No. It does come with its original temple box, gold-lettered with the temple (Wat Sisathong), the batch (Run Chanthanupparakha), the tradition (Tamrap Luang Pho Noi) and the cause it funded, so four elements of provenance rest on a physical record. We state no year, because the box states none; this is a recent release.
Q: Does an acrylic case look cheap?
A: It depends on the purpose. Clear cases are extremely common in Thailand, especially among people who wear a piece every day: nothing competes with the figure and you can see all of it. If you want formality or are buying a gift, the gold version suits better. The figure inside is identical.
Q: Is it really waterproof, and how should I treat it?
A: It handles everyday sweat and rain, but do not swim in it or soak it. Keep it away from keys and other hard objects to avoid scratches, clean with a soft cloth, and avoid alcohol or solvent-based cleaners.
Q: Can I change to a metal case later?
A: Yes. Recasing is routine in Thailand; the figure is simply transferred. Note it at checkout if you would like us to arrange it in Bangkok.
Q: How is Rahu venerated?
A: Thai practice favours Wednesday night, with offerings of eight black items such as black grapes, black coffee, black soy milk and black glutinous rice. Wearing carries no special restriction beyond keeping the five precepts and giving to others.
6. About this specific piece
Photographed as received, with its original temple box and a fitted clear acrylic waterproof case, no certificate. Our team is based in Bangkok, handles every item in Thailand before it ships, and ships worldwide. Certified items carry our ten-times refund guarantee; for uncertified pieces like this one we guarantee that the description is accurate and the item is as photographed.
Last updated: 2026-09-15 | Merit Messenger team, based in Bangkok
