Phra Yod Khun Pon Ban Kaay (B.E. 2552) Luang Por Sakorn, Wat Nong Grub

The “Phra Yod Khun Pon Ban Khai” amulets, created in B.E. 2552 (2009) by Luang Por Sakorn Manunyo from Wat Nong Grub, are among the most sought-after amulets by his disciples and collectors. They are renowned for their exquisite artistry, sacred materials, and powerful consecration rituals, especially known for their charm, commanding presence, and status elevation qualities. Luang Por Sakorns amulets have come to be of the most popular lines of amulets of the present day, with his Khun Phaen amulets going for higher prices than many other well known amulets that are much much older. This is due to the results which many people have had from wearing and making Bucha to LP Sakorn's magic charms, and many reports of amazing success have caused his amulets to be in extreme demand.

Putta Pisek Blessing;

The entire batch was consecrated solely by Luang Por Sakorn himself, without inviting other monks. The ritual followed the exact formulas and invocations inherited from Luang Pu Tim. This ensured the amulets carried the full power of the original lineage. The ceremony likely took place shortly after the Kathina robe offering of B.E. 2552, held either at Wat Nong Grub or nearby. While no other monks were officially listed, the energy invoked followed the methods of Luang Pu Tim and Luang Pu Hin—focusing primarily on Maha Amnaj (great commanding power) and invulnerability blessings.

The materials used in the creation of this amulet series are considered the "ultimate" collection of auspicious and sacred items that Luang Por Sakorn had preserved for a long time. They consisted of:

Key Sacred Materials:

• Phong Prai Kuman of Luang Pu Tim Isariko: The famous original Prai Kuman powder directly given to Luang Por Sakorn by Luang Pu Tim. This is considered the primary material with the highest Buddhist blessings for Metta Mahaniyom (charm and popularity) and good fortune.
• Various Phutthakhun Powders of Luang Por Sakorn: Powders created from writing and erasing sacred Yantra characters according to the scriptures he learned, which he performed throughout his monastic life.
• Old Powders of Luang Pu Tim Wat Lahan Rai: Various sacred powders that Luang Pu Tim used to create amulets and entrusted to Luang Por Sakorn for safekeeping.

Materials from Guru Monks and Important Ceremonies:

• Consecrated beeswax and 108 herb powders from Luang Por Joy of Wat Nong Nam Khiao.
• Old palm leaf scriptures powder from Wat Ban Laeng, B.E. 2496 (A.D. 1953): From a grand ceremony consecrated by top guru monks of that era, including Luang Pu Tim Wat Lahan Rai, Luang Pu Puek Wat King Kaew, Luang Por Ngern Wat Don Yai Hom, Luang Por Sod Wat Pak Nam, and Luang Por To Wat Khao Bor Thong.
• Powder from Luang Pu Rueang Wat Khao Sam Yod and consecrated powder from Luang Por Gas Wat Paeng Pluay.
• 108 herb powders from Luang Por Tone Wat Khao Noi Kiriwan.
• "Ya Dam Ork Suek" (black combat medicine) powder from Luang Pu Ding Wat Bang Wua.
• "Phet Leek" (diamond escape) powder and Bodhi leaf powder from Chao Khun Sri Wat Ang Sila.

Mystical Materials and Auspicious Herbs:

• Auspicious Herbs (Waan Mongkol): Dok Waan Dok Mai Thong, Waan Sabu Lueat, Khruea Thao Long, Waan Ka Long Rang, Waan Maha Saneh, Waan Pad Bok, Waan Sao Long, and various sacred pollen powders.
• Mystical Powders (Phong Arthan): Soil from 7 termite mounds, soil from 7 cemeteries, powder from lightning-struck Takhian trees (Mai Takhian Fa Pha Tai Prai).
• Auspicious Name Powders (Phong Mongkol Nam): Phong Wasana (fortune powder), Phong Maha Mek (great cloud powder), Phong Tor Ngern Tor Thong (money and gold connection powder), Phong Kling Klang Dong (rolling in the forest powder), Phong Chao Ngor (Prince Ngor powder).
• Others: Golden coral (Kanlapangha Thong), various broken amulet powders of Luang Por Sakorn that he had collected.

All these materials were meticulously blended according to ancient traditions to achieve the highest Buddhist blessings in all aspects.

List of Amulets in the "Pra Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai" Series, B.E. 2552

The amulets created on this occasion came in various forms:

1. Pra Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai This is the main amulet of the series, featuring beautiful Buddhist art. It depicts a Buddha meditating in the Maravijaya (subduing Mara) posture within a glass arch, symbolizing victory over all obstacles. It conveys meanings of great power and majesty.

• Phutthakhun: Outstanding in Maha Amnat (great power/authority) and enhancing prestige, making the wearer respected. Suitable for those in leadership positions, managers, or those seeking career advancement, alongside Metta Mahaniyom (charm and popularity) and protection from danger (Khlaew Khlat Plod Phai).
• Forms of Creation:
  • Large mold (Pim Yai): For men.
  • Small mold (Pim Lek): For women and children.
• Material and Quantity Created (Based on available information):
  • Pure Phong Prai Kuman (white): Standard material.
  • Waan Sabu Lueat (reddish-brown): Limited creation.
  • Waan Dok Mai Thong (yellow): Limited creation.
  • Special versions: Some were embedded with Salika Takrut (1 or 2 pieces), consecrated gems, and "Kommakarn" (committee) versions which had more sacred items embedded than usual. The exact creation numbers for each type are not precisely disclosed, but the special versions are fewer in number and rarer than the regular ones.
  

2. Pra Khun Paen Phong Prai Kuman Although the series name is "Yod Khun Pol," Pra Khun Paen amulets were also created according to Luang Pu Tim's tradition, which had always brought fame to Luang Por Sakorn.

• Phutthakhun: Emphasizes supreme Metta Mahaniyom (charm and popularity), Maha Saneh (attraction), good fortune in business, and excellent negotiation skills.
• Forms of Creation: Available in both large and small molds, and divided into versions with and without Takrut, similar to Pra Yod Khun Pol.

3. Look Om Phong Prai Kuman These amulets used the most concentrated sacred materials, shaped into round balls without a fixed form, making them easy to carry.

• Phutthakhun: All-encompassing, depending on the wearer's wishes. Prominent in Metta (compassion), business, good fortune, and protection from danger.
• Forms of Creation: Available as plain balls, embedded with 1 Takrut, and various special versions. Creation numbers are not clear, but they are considered excellent substitutes for Pra Khun Paen.

4. Maha Saneh Beeswax (See Pheung Maha Saneh) Contained in varying sizes of small containers. This beeswax was cooked and consecrated by Luang Por Sakorn according to ancient traditions, mixed with various auspicious materials.

• Phutthakhun: Used for negotiation in business, work contacts, and to foster love and kindness from those encountered and spoken with.
• Quantity Created: Not specified.

5. Chuchok Maha Lap Created in the form of Chuchok, a symbol of excellent "begging" for good fortune.

• Phutthakhun: Outstanding in good fortune, finance, business, and easily achieving desired outcomes (Metta begging).
• Forms of Creation: Made from Phong Prai Kuman and the same materials, available in both worship-size and portable-size.

6. Yant Cloth (Phay Yant) Various types of Yant cloths were created, such as Phay Yant Pad Bok, Phay Yant Mae Nang Kwak, Phay Yant Narai Song Krut, etc.

• Phutthakhun: Depends on the specific Yant pattern, e.g., Metta for business, great power, protection from evil spirits and misfortunes.
• Forms of Creation: Mostly screen-printed on raw cotton fabric, primarily in red and white colors.

7. Monk Coin (Rian Khanachan) Regarding "Monk Coins" in this B.E. 2552 series, in-depth information indicates that the primary creations of the "Pra Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai" series focused mainly on "powder-based" amulets, namely Pra Yod Khun Pol, Pra Khun Paen, and Look Om. Any coins released in B.E. 2552 might have been for other occasions not directly part of the "Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai" set, or if created, they were in very small numbers and not as widely publicized as the powder amulets.

Summary and Overall Phutthakhun

The "Pra Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai" amulet series of B.E. 2552 by Luang Por Sakorn of Wat Nong Grub is a supreme collection of Eastern knowledge and artistry, encompassing everything from master-level sacred materials like Luang Pu Tim's Prai Kuman powder to the powerful solo consecration ceremony throughout the Buddhist Lent. This makes the amulet series possess comprehensive Buddhist blessings in all aspects, including:

• Metta Mahaniyom (Charm and Popularity) & Maha Saneh (Attraction): Attracting people to love and be kind, successful in business negotiations.
• Maha Amnat (Great Power/Authority) & Enhancing Prestige: Making one respected, dignified, and successful in career.
• Good Fortune & Business: Attracting wealth and blessings, smooth business transactions.
• Khlaew Khlat Plod Phai (Protection from Danger): Protecting from all forms of harm and danger.

For these reasons, the "Pra Yod Khun Pol Ban Khai" amulet series remains highly sought after by disciples and devotees to this day, and is truly considered one of the "good things" that Luang Por Sakorn compassionately created and left behind on this land.

Founder & Consecrator: Luang Por Sakorn Manunyo

Luang Por Sakorn Manunyo, birth name Sakorn Phairam, was born on Tuesday, February 3, 1938, in Ban Tai Thung, Nong Bua Subdistrict, Ban Khai District, Rayong Province. He was the sixth of eight siblings.

From a young age, he closely followed the activities at Wat Nong Grub. Upon turning 20, he was ordained on June 4, 1958, at Wat Nong Grub, receiving the Dhamma name "Manunyo." His preceptors were:

• Phra Khru Jantharotai (Luang Por Ding) of Wat Nong Grub as the Upachaya (Principal Preceptor)
• Phra Athikan Hom of Wat Nong Sim as the Kammaphibat (Ceremony Assistant)
• Phra Athikan Saeng of Wat Nong Grub as the Anatthasamnan (Witness)

The greatest turning point in his spiritual path was when he became a disciple of Luang Pu Tim Isariko of Wat Lahan Rai—renowned across Thailand for the famed Phra Khun Paen Pong Prai Kumarn amulets. Through humble dedication and sharp intellect, Luang Por Sakorn learned the sacred arts thoroughly, especially the creation and consecration of Prai Kumarn powders—becoming one of the few monks to fully master this art directly under his teacher.

He also studied under Luang Pu Peng Sasano of Wat Lahan Yai, a spiritual companion of Luang Pu Tim who specialized in inscribing the powerful “Na-like scythe” yantra, known for invulnerability magic.

Luang Por Sakorn used all his training to develop Wat Nong Grub and assist the local community. He passed away peacefully on September 18, 2013, at the age of 75 with 55 years in the sangha.

Background: Wat Nong Grub, Rayong

Located in Nong Bua Subdistrict, Ban Khai District, Rayong, Wat Nong Grub began as a small local temple. Under the leadership of Luang Por Sakorn, it grew significantly with the construction of a new ubosot (ordination hall), sermon hall, monk quarters, and crematorium, becoming a spiritual center for the Ban Khai community.

About the 2009 “Phra Yod Khun Pon Ban Khai” Series

This amulet series was officially commissioned in B.E. 2552 (2009) to fund temple renovations. What makes it particularly profound is the personal consecration by Luang Por Sakorn—a three-month solo ritual invoking the full power of the lineage he received from Luang Pu Tim.

Key Sacred Materials

The amulets were empowered through sacred muan sarn ingredients with a supreme combination of magical and holy substances, including:

• Prai Kumarn powder from Luang Pu Tim (legendary for charm, fame, and financial luck)
• Luang Por Sakorn’s own sacred powders, made through his life-long practice
• Old powders from Wat Lahan Rai by Luang Pu Tim
• Wax and Yantras from Luang Pu Tim and Luang Pu Phueak
• 108 sacred herbs from Luang Por Joi of Wat Nong Nam Khiao
• Aged palm-leaf ash from Wat Ban Laeng (B.E. 2496), consecrated by multiple venerated masters including Luang Pu Tim
• Powders from; Luang Por Kas (Wat Paeng Phluay), Luang Por Ton (Wat Khao Noi Khiriwan), and Luang Por Ding (Wat Bang Wua).
• Other mystical components: 7 types of haunted graveyard earth and hill soil,Lightning-struck tamarind woodPollen from auspicious flowers, Charcoal and herbal powders related to prosperity, Precious materials: gold-kalpaka dust, and broken sacred amulets from Luang Por Sakorn’s collection.
  
  

Lineup of Amulets Produced in 2009

1. Phra Yod Khun Pon – Main Amulet: A seated Buddha in Maravijaya posture within a radiant inner shrine.
   • Variants:
     • Large & petite molds
     • Powder-only, dusty-herb, or golden-herb powders
     • Embedded with Takruts (1–2), consecrated gems, and exclusive “committee editions”
2. Phra Khun Paen Powder Amulets: Lord Paen amulets in large and small molds, with or without embedded Takruts. Known for supreme charm and persuasive power.
3. Prai Kumarn Powder Balls (Look Om): Dense spherical talismans of sacred powder, optionally embedded with a Takrut. Highly revered for universal blessings.
4. Charm Wax (Si Phueng Maha Sané): Sacred wax in containers, empowered by Luang Por Sakorn’s ritual, prized for charisma and enhancing communication.
5. Choochek Maha Larp (Wealth Charms): Depicts Choochek, symbolic of financial blessings. Crafted from Prai Kumarn powders in both large and amulet-size forms.
6. Yantra Auspicious Cloths: Including folded fan yantra, Nang Kwak (lady beckoning wealth), and Narai on Garuda motifs, used for protection and commerce.
7. Amulet Coins of the Teacher: These are rare and limited, overshadowed by the main powder amulets; few were made in that ceremony year.

Overall Prophetic Qualities

The 2009 series stands out as a supreme sacred creation combining Buddhist artistry, powerful materials, and solo consecration. Key metaphysical benefits include:

• Divine charm & popularity: Attracts admiration, assists in negotiation, and enhances prosperity.
• Commanding power & status: Builds personal aura, supports career advancement.
• Business and wealth gain: Invokes money and success through trade.
• Safety and protection: Shields from danger and misfortune.

Today, this series remains in high demand by faithful followers and collectors and is regarded as one of Luang Por Sakorn’s most auspicious contributions to the spiritual heritage of eastern Thailand.