Amulets (classification by family).

🪷 Ranking of Buddhist amulets by country and tradition

To better guide you in discovering our collection of amulets, we offer a classification of amulets by geographical origin and spiritual tradition . This classification allows you to better understand the cultural specificities, spiritual schools and symbols associated with each type of amulet, depending on its place of creation or its ritual lineage.

In Buddhism and Asian traditions, amulets are not mere objects: they are the fruit of ancestral knowledge, energetic transmission, and profound blessings. Each country, each temple, each master or ajarn (lay ritual practitioner) imprints their own vibration on the amulet they create.

🇹🇭 Amulets of Thailand .

Thai amulets are the most well-known in the West. Blessed in temples or made by powerful monks or ajarns, they cover a wide spectrum of powers: protection, luck, fortune, love, health, professional or spiritual success . We find in this category emblematic figures like Phra Somdej , Luang Phor Thuat , Phra Khun Paen , or even the amulets Takut, Phra Pidta, Palat Kick…

🏔️ Tibetan amulets .

Rooted in Vajrayana Tantric Buddhism, Tibetan amulets often consist of sacred pills, mantras, or relics protected in a sacred reliquary (ga'au). They are intended for healing, wisdom, spiritual protection , and often include invocations to Sangye Menla (Medicine Buddha) , Padmasambhava , or Tara .

🇮🇳 Amulets of India .

Coming from Hinduism and tantric traditions, Indian spiritual heritage is full of sacred objects: yantras, lingams, blessed talismans of Ganesh or Kali , used to attract prosperity , dissipate karmic blockages or strengthen spiritual anchoring .

🇰🇭 The amulets of Cambodia .

Close to Thai traditions, Khmer amulets are often associated with the ancient mystical schools of Angkor. They incorporate nagas, Khmer inscriptions, Buddhist or Brahmanic figures , and have protective and magico-religious purposes.

🐉 Chinese amulets .

Used in Taoism, Chinese Buddhism, and feng shui, Chinese amulets include pierced coins, Taoist talismans, and zodiac medallions , sometimes associated with longevity, luck, wealth, or family harmony .

💀 Thai Voodoo Amulets (Praï, Barang)

Very special, these amulets come from Thai esoteric "voodoo" practices, often linked to rituals of love, power, domination or occult protection . Made by specialized ajarns, they sometimes include surprising elements and must be used with caution and respect .

This classification by country and family will allow you to better understand the spiritual origin of each amulet , to honor its roots and to choose the one that resonates most with your personal path or your current needs .