{"title":"Biography (and amulets) of the Venerable Phra Ajarn Sarmlit of Wat Tham Faed.","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/1358\/6775\/files\/phra-ajarn-sarmlit-wat-tham-faed_4c0f6e8a-2bf1-42c8-99aa-48581708c9db.webp?v=1778839219\" alt=\"Luang phor samrit kumpiro wat tham faed\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f9f5e8 url(' https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/6875\/1686\/files\/yant-fond_e43ad56a-3439-4ab4-b0be-06536f44edf9_430x.jpg?v=1769616064#') center\/cover no-repeat; padding: 15px; border-radius: 12px;\" class=\"fiche-produit\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🙏🏽\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 31b47eac-8125-43ae-905d-1d42d0cb9bb6 --\u003e The Most Venerable Phra Ajarn Samrit Kumpiro of Wat Tham Faed \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🙏🏽\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 31b47eac-8125-43ae-905d-1d42d0cb9bb6 --\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhra Ajarn Samrit Kumpiro\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eLuang Phor Samrit Kumpiro\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Kru Kanchanakit Jatorn\u003c\/strong\u003e, was one of the great esoteric masters of Kanchanaburi province. Former abbot of \u003cstrong\u003eWat Tham Faed\u003c\/strong\u003e, located in Tha Muang district, he remained famous for his powerful meditative practices, blessing rituals, and his particular connection with the mysterious \u003cstrong\u003eLek Lai\u003c\/strong\u003e, a sacred material highly sought after in Thai magical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary 7, 1923\u003c\/strong\u003e, in Maha Sarakham province, he received the civil name Samrit Khunphan. Coming from a modest rural family, he grew up in the simple world of the Issan rice paddies. After his studies, he served in the Royal Thai Air Force during World War II in Asia. A tragic event, the accidental death of his younger sister, deeply pushed him towards spiritual reflection. This ordeal led him to enter the monastic path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was ordained a monk on \u003cstrong\u003eMarch 22, 1949\u003c\/strong\u003e, at Wat Nong Lao, in Maha Sarakham province, at the age of 26. He then received the monastic name \u003cstrong\u003eKumpiro\u003c\/strong\u003e. He seriously studied Buddhist doctrine and achieved the Nak Tham Ek level during his fourth Rains Retreat. In parallel, he received teachings from renowned masters in meditation, mantras, and ancient sciences from Thai and Khmer lineages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter his ordination, Luang Phor Samrit extensively practiced meditation in isolated places, particularly in forested and mountainous areas. These years of asceticism strengthened his reputation as a monk endowed with great mental power. Traditional accounts report that during his retreats, he encountered unusual spiritual phenomena, visions, and presences related to ancient sacred sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWat Tham Faed\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eTwin Caves Temple\u003c\/em\u003e) gradually became an important spiritual center thanks to him. The temple gained renown in Thailand and among devotees from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, China, Europe, and the United States. Luang Phor Samrit developed a tradition of blessings, amulets, and protective rituals there that attracted many disciples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 6406f80c-b1ac-4c81-a3a9-ba876013f40b --\u003e The Master of Lek Lai \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 6406f80c-b1ac-4c81-a3a9-ba876013f40b --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuang Phor Samrit is primarily associated with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/les-lek-lai\" title=\"Amulets in lek lai\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLek Lai\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, sometimes described as a sacred material or mystical metal possessing numerous protective virtues. In Thai popular belief, Lek Lai is linked to protection against dangers, powers of invulnerability, luck, longevity, and spiritual strength. Traditions report that Luang Phor Samrit was one of the first great modern masters to popularize the use of Lek Lai in Thai Buddhist amulets and talismans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of his sacred objects contained \u003cstrong\u003eLek Lai Ta Raed\u003c\/strong\u003e, a particularly rare variety, sometimes associated with the power of the rhinoceros. This iconography is found in several amulets consecrated by the master, where his image sometimes appears accompanied by a rhinoceros, a symbol of strength, endurance, and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🕯️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 0bb6e752-c38f-4197-b0f3-43fd0f2046bf --\u003e The Krob Mongkut Phra Jao ritual \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🕯️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 0bb6e752-c38f-4197-b0f3-43fd0f2046bf --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Luang Phor Samrit's most famous practices is the ritual called \u003cstrong\u003eKrob Mongkut Phra Jao\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be translated as \"placing the Buddha's crown\" or \"Long Wax Ritual\". This ritual used the famous \u003cstrong\u003ewax tears\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eNam Ta Tien\u003c\/strong\u003e. The master would pour candle wax into a bowl of holy water, and then the wax, instead of hardening normally, would be drawn into a long flexible thread and placed in a spiral on the devotee's head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rite was sought after for protection, elevation of destiny, purification of obstacles, good fortune, and spiritual strengthening. In the memory of disciples, it remains one of Luang Phor Samrit's most impressive ritual signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🔥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 100e7272-7850-450d-a2fc-0fadd203150e --\u003e Esoteric Anecdotes \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e🔥\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 100e7272-7850-450d-a2fc-0fadd203150e --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTradition has it that on certain occasions, several devotees witnessed luminous manifestations or subtle apparitions around Wat Tham Faed, interpreted as signs of celestial beings' approval of the sacred place. These accounts contributed to strengthening the temple's mystical aura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter Luang Phor Samrit's passing, his body remained astonishingly preserved; when I saw it more than 25 years after his death, he seemed merely to be sleeping. According to monks' testimonies, his hair and nails continued to grow, a phenomenon often interpreted in Thailand as a sign of a monk having reached a high level of spiritual realization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e☸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 8ed3842c-e2ab-4547-ad93-f2d940132e2b --\u003e Later Years and Legacy \u003cspan style=\"white-space: nowrap; font-size: 1em; font-family: 'Apple Color Emoji', 'Segoe UI Emoji', 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e☸\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 8ed3842c-e2ab-4547-ad93-f2d940132e2b --\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuang Phor Samrit Kumpiro passed away on \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary 4, 1996\u003c\/strong\u003e, at the age of 73. His death was attributed to heart failure, as he also suffered from diabetes and hypertension. His passing deeply saddened his Thai and foreign disciples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven today, his name remains associated with \u003cstrong\u003eWat Tham Faed in Kanchanaburi\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eLek Lai\u003c\/strong\u003e, protective amulets, and the ritual of wax tears. His amulets, medals, lockets, and blessed objects are still sought after by collectors and practitioners of the esoteric Thai Buddhist tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lineage of the great masters of Kanchanaburi, Luang Phor Samrit holds a special place: that of a forest monk, alchemist, spiritual healer, and master of rituals, whose reputation extends far beyond the borders of his province.\u003cbr\u003eToday, his disciple, the Venerable Luang Phor Watchara, is the abbot of Wat Tham Faed and perpetuates his lineage and esoteric teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; left: -9999px; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boutique-magiedubouddha.com\/\" rel=\"dofollow\"\u003ela magie du bouddha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"medaille-anniversaire-72-ans-du-tres-venerable-ajarn-sarmlit","title":"Anniversary medal (72 years) of the Most Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit. ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/1358\/6775\/files\/index_07987f1f-b5f1-4464-a15f-3f7c3f6cbf52_small.png?v=1546866019\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Anniversary Medal (72 years) of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magiedubouddha.com\/p_thai-watchara.php\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ajarn sarmlit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eVery Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit\u003c\/a\u003e (1923 -1996)\u003cbr\u003e of Wat Thamfad (Kanchanaburi).\u003cbr\u003e *\u003cbr\u003e Limited series in gold and silver color blessed in January 1995,\u003cbr\u003e with on the front face an image of Ajarn Sarmlit riding a rhinoceros!\u003cbr\u003e *\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUNIQUE PIECE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e --------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003cbr\u003e Diameter: 38 mm.\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 20 gr.\u003cbr\u003e Custom-made reliquary: Yes\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"magiedubouddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19719947288663,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/1358\/6775\/products\/medaille-thai-ajarn-sarmlit.jpg?v=1551090270"},{"product_id":"medaille-guan-yin-benie-par-le-tres-venerable-ajarn-sarmlit","title":"Guan Yin Medal blessed by the Most Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit ","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/1358\/6775\/files\/lotus_739f48f1-439c-4c9d-9f45-02a15ee297f6_100x100.jpg?v=1579280579\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magiedubouddha.com\/p_thai-kwanhim1.php\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Guan Yin\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGuan Yin\u003c\/a\u003e Medal blessed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/magiedubouddha.com\/p_thai-watchara.php\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ajarn sarmlit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ethe Most Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e (1923-1996) from Wat Thamfad (Kanchanaburi).\u003cbr\u003e *\u003cbr\u003e Beautiful golden medal with a portrait \u003cem\u003eof Roop Lor\u003c\/em\u003e on one side\u003cbr\u003e of the Most Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit mounted on a rhinoceros,\u003cbr\u003e and on the back an image of \u003cem\u003eGuan Yin\u003c\/em\u003e standing.\u003cbr\u003e *\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUNIQUE PIECE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe amulets of the Most Venerable Ajarn Sarmlit are rare and sought after.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e --------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003cbr\u003e Height: 35 mm.\u003cbr\u003e Width: 27 mm.\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 12 gr.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"magiedubouddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31375700000902,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0015\/1358\/6775\/products\/medaille-ajarn-sarmlit.jpg?v=1579503334"},{"product_id":"amulette-rhinoceros-consacree-par-luang-phor-samrit-kumpiro","title":"Rhinoceros amulet consecrated by Luang Phor Samrit Kumpiro","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fiche-produit\" style=\"background: #f9f5e8 url(' https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/6875\/1686\/files\/yant-fond_e43ad56a-3439-4ab4-b0be-06536f44edf9_430x.jpg?v=1769616064#') center\/cover no-repeat; padding: 15px; border-radius: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRhinoceros Amulet consecrated by Luang Phor Samrit Kumpiro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique amulet depicts a golden rhinoceros, housed in a custom-made green waterproof reliquary. It is a fancy Chinese amulet, consecrated in the 1980s by the Most Venerable Luang Phor Samrit Kumpiro of Wat Tham Faed, at the request of a visitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhinoceros, a powerful and rare animal that served as a symbol for the Venerable Phra Ajarn Sarmlit, evokes quiet strength, protection, endurance, and the ability to move forward without being deterred by obstacles. This singular piece unites popular Chinese aesthetics, the blessing of a Thai master, and the ritual presence of a consecrated personal object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🙏 \u003cstrong\u003eMaster:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/biographie-et-amulettes-du-tres-venerable-phra-ajarn-sarmlit-du-wat-tham-faed\" title=\"Amulettes du très vénérable phra ajarn sarmlit\"\u003eLuang Phor Samrit Kumpiro\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛕 \u003cstrong\u003eTemple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wat Tham Faed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📜 \u003cstrong\u003eProvince:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kanchanaburi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✨ \u003cstrong\u003eDeity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sacred Rhinoceros\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💫 \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\/Powers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protection, inner strength, stability, endurance, personal luck\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📐 \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e60 mm X 45 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚓ \u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e29 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliquary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-made waterproof reliquary dating from the 1980s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: absolute; left: -9999px; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"dofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/boutique-magiedubouddha.com\/\"\u003ela magie du bouddha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back of the amulet features a braiding of red and gold threads, placed inside the waterproof reliquary. 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