blessed by Venerable Pu Lersi Puthawet
of Samnak Ah-Som Photisat Sukawadee (Mae Hong Son).
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These pretty lavender colored amulets represent
on one side the crocodile god Phaya Jorakey in an armed form with four arms,
and on the other side a very beautiful interlacing of eight Naga serpents,
which almost makes one think of Celtic art.
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In Thailand and Burma, the crocodile god Phaya Jorakey
is considered a very powerful protective deity.
According to Thai mythology, he possesses great wisdom
and is able to predict the future. It is said that the crocodile god
is particularly protective of travelers and that it is
able to protect people from dangers related to the water element.
The crocodile god is often depicted as a giant crocodile or a human with a crocodile head. He is still worshipped in a few rare temples.
across the country, where offerings and prayers are made to him.
In Thailand, the crocodile god is also associated with wealth and prosperity.
It is said that people who are protected by the crocodile god have good luck
to become very rich and successful.
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LIMITED STOCK.
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- Diameter: 40 mm.
- Weight: approximately 20 grams.
- New custom-made reliquary: Yes.