Amulets from Luang Phor Sodh Candasaro (Wat Paknam, Bangkok)

Welcome to this collection dedicated to the amulets of the Venerable Luang Phor Sodh Candasaro , great meditation master of Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen (Bangkok). Here you will find a selection of objects inspired by his lineage, his spiritual influence, and the legacy of his teachings.

Short biography of Luang Phor Sodh

Born on October 10, 1884 (under the name Sodh Mikaewnoi), Luang Phor Sodh was ordained a monk in 1906 and later became a major figure in Thai Dharma. He was called to Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen and assumed leadership of the temple there in the early twentieth century, before becoming its abbot. He taught meditation intensively to both monks and laypeople, while also developing Dharma study within the monastery. He received the monastic rank of Phramongkolthepmuni in 1957 and passed away on February 3, 1959 .

His meditation technique: Vijja Dhammakaya

Luang Phor Sodh is best known for transmitting a method of Vipassana meditation called Dhammakaya , sometimes referred to as Vijja Dhammakaya . The central idea is simple and powerful: stabilize attention, seek inner stillness , and then allow the mind to clear until a deeper meditative experience is perceived.

Amulets and traditions of Wat Paknam

In Thai culture, amulets associated with Wat Paknam and the memory of Luang Phor Sodh are valued for their protective , meritorious , and spiritual support qualities. Certain series are sought after by collectors, particularly those featuring Buddha imagery, temple symbols, and lineage-related blessings. This collection emphasizes carefully selected pieces, reflecting the traditions of Wat Paknam: simplicity, faith, discipline, and meditative practice.