Product: Phra Kring
Origin: Luang Pu Khamphan, Wat That Mahachai, Nakhon Phanom. 
Period: B.E. 2534 (Yr 1991)
Enclose casing (Color): Stainless Steel and Clear Acrylics Display
Size of Amulet (approx): 21.2 mmW x 37.8 mmH x 16 mmT
Size of Case (approx): 27.1 mmW x 53 mmH x 20.4 mmT
 
The Life and Legacy of Luang Pu Khamphan Kosapanyo
The Monk Who Summoned Relics from the Earth
 
In the serene province of Nakhon Phanom, amidst rice fields and simple villages, Khamphan Srisuwong was born on January 10, 1915. Even as a boy, he exhibited a remarkable calm, presence, and introspective nature—traits that would later define his path as one of Thailand’s most respected forest monks.
 
At 17, Khamphan became a novice at Wat Sri Bunruang in Na Kae District, immersing himself in Dhamma teachings and meditation. His spiritual journey truly flourished when he encountered the revered forest master, Phra Ajarn Sao Kantasilo. Under Ajarn Sao’s guidance, Luang Pu Khamphan mastered mindfulness and the contemplation of the five aggregates—teachings that became the cornerstone of his spiritual practice.
 
A Wandering Monk's Mission
True to the Thai forest tradition, Luang Pu Khamphan embarked on a life of tudong, wandering through forests and provinces, learning from ascetics and meditating in solitude. After years of deep meditation, he returned to serve his community.
 
In 1952, with the support of local families, he founded Ban Mahachai village and established Wat That Mahachai, which would later become a spiritual hub of the Northeast. He personally oversaw the creation of the revered Phra Phutthasaksit Buddha image, modeled after a sacred statue from a cave in Mahachai, Laos. During its casting, villagers contributed precious metals, and miraculously, the gold flowed to the Buddha's face and chest—a sign of Luang Pu’s immense spiritual power.
 
The Pathat Withat Relics
One of the most extraordinary aspects of Luang Pu Khamphan’s spiritual journey was his rare ability to attract and collect Pathat Withat—mystical white stones believed to be blessings from Naga beings. These relics were said to:
 
* Enhance spiritual power and prestige
* Attract wealth and fortune
* Radiate metta (loving-kindness), calming people and surroundings
* Offer protection, similar to the Naga’s blessings during the Buddha’s enlightenment
 
Devotees who received these relics often experienced miraculous changes in their lives, from business success to dramatic escapes from danger. It is said these stones "choose their owner," remaining with those who walk the path of sincerity.
 
Teacher, Builder, Sage
Luang Pu Khamphan was not only a monk but a teacher, a master of meditation, and a protector of ancient Thai Buddhist traditions. His teachings and discipline inspired countless followers, making him a beloved figure in Nakhon Phanom and a spiritual beacon in Thai Buddhism.
He lived to 89, spending 59 years in monkhood. Though he passed on, his legacy endures in the halls of Wat That Mahachai, the chanting of monks who carry on his teachings, and the mystical white relics that continue to bless those who seek them.
 
 
The Heart of Phra Kring: Twelve Vows of the Medicine Buddha
At the core of Phra Kring lies the compassion of Phra Buddha Bhaisajayaguru, expressed through his twelve vows from the Medicine Buddha Sutra. These vows embody healing, enlightenment, and mercy for all beings:
 
1. Radiating Divine Light – Illuminates all realms, guiding beings toward Buddhahood.
2. Awakening the Mind – Inspires spiritual awareness through radiant lapis lazuli light.
3. Material Abundance – Grants prosperity and fulfillment of worldly needs.
4. Dispelling Ignorance – Eradicates heretical views, instilling true wisdom.
5. Healing the Sick – Offers relief from physical ailments and suffering.
6. Compassion for the Destitute – Brings solace to the impoverished and ill.
7. Supporting Transformation – Assists women seeking rebirth as men for spiritual progress.
8. Mental Healing – Eases delusions and mental afflictions with divine clarity.
9. Liberating the Oppressed – Frees beings from injustice and bondage.
10. Easing Hunger and Thirst – Provides sustenance to the starving.
11. Clothing the Poor – Protects the destitute from cold and harm.
12. Invoking Blessings – Through sacred Katha, devotees receive healing and enlightenment.
 
Phra Kring continues to be a symbol of divine compassion, healing, and spiritual guidance — a timeless guardian for those who seek both physical wellness and spiritual awakening.