Product: Phra Khun Paen
Origin: Wat Phra Rup, Suphan Buri Province
Period: Unknown
Enclose casing (Color): Stainless Steel and Clear Acrylics Display
Size of Amulet (approx): 27.5 mmW x 53.4 mmH x 11.3 mmT
Size of Case (approx): 34.6 mmW x 68.4 mmH x 18 mmT
Khun Phaen Khai Phasek or also known as “Khun Phaen Cucumber Phasek” is the most popular amulet during the reign of King Rama V. Even up until now, there are still people who want and seek it continuously. It is considered another type of amulet that is truly immortal and sacred. This Khun Phaen Khai Pha was excavated at Wat Phra Rup, Suphan Buri Province, the city of the famous literature “Khun Chang Khun Phaen” that is known throughout Thailand. As for its sacred power, it is good for metta mahaniyom and safety. People love and respect it. The amulet is large enough to be the main amulet of the necklace. This Khun Phaen Khai Pha amulet you are looking at is a deep red amulet. The old material shows its age clearly. It is a genuine amulet that is easy to see and is perfect in every proportion. The amulet is seated in the Mara-Vijaya attitude on a single lotus base under a niche supported by a lotus capital in a floral pattern.
Phra Khun Paen: The Legendary Warrior, Lover, and Master of Magic
Rooted in the classic Thai epic Khun Chang Khun Paen, the legend of Phra Khun Paen blends romance, war, and mysticism into one of Thailand’s most enduring folktales. Set in the Ayutthaya period and passed down for centuries, the story centers on a love triangle between the dashing warrior Khun Paen, the wealthy official Khun Chang, and the beautiful Wanthong.
Born as Prai Kaew in Suphanburi, Khun Paen was the son of a disgraced general. After his father's execution, he fled with his mother to Kanchanaburi. There, he entered monkhood and began training in both sacred texts and esoteric magic—laying the foundation for his legendary supernatural abilities.
By his twenties, Khun Paen left the temple to serve in the military. Celebrated for his courage and battlefield skill, he also became known for his charm and magical prowess. His deep love for Wanthong clashed with Khun Chang’s schemes, as the jealous bureaucrat used his influence to exile Khun Paen and falsely claim Wanthong for himself.
Their love story turned tragic. After years of war, Khun Paen returned victorious only to find Wanthong with Khun Chang. Despite a brief reunion, court politics led to his imprisonment and Wanthong’s detainment in the palace. Their son, Phlai Ngam, later rose as a war hero, fighting for his father’s release.
In a final twist, Wanthong was forced to choose between her two lovers in a royal trial. Unable to decide, she was sentenced to death. Though a royal pardon came, it arrived too late.
Beyond the tale of passion and betrayal, Khun Paen is revered for his mastery of powerful magic—spells of invisibility, invincibility, and irresistible charm. One of his most famous rites was the creation of Kuman Thong, a spiritual protector made through sacred rituals involving the spirit of a deceased child.
Phra Khun Paen Amulet: Power, Protection, and Attraction
Purpose
* Brings love, charisma, good fortune, and protection.
Beliefs
* Attracts affection, enhances charm, and supports success in love, business, and career.
Popularity
* One of Thailand’s most iconic and widely revered amulets.
Symbolism
* Embodies romance, mystical power, and spiritual protection.
Today, Khun Paen lives on not only as a literary icon but as a powerful spiritual symbol. His image and energy are enshrined in sacred amulets, believed to carry the same mystical strength that defined his legendary life.