Product: Phra Sangkachai Buddha Statue from the Ayutthaya Period
Origin: Unknown 
Period: Unknown (Old)
Enclose casing (Color): Stainless Steel and Clear Acrylics Display
Size of Amulet (approx): 33.6 mmW x 42.3 mmH x 14.3 mmT
Size of Case (approx): 42.3 mmW x 63.3 mmH x 17.1 mmT
 
Phra Sangkachai: Arhat of Abundance and Enlightenment. Embodying Kindness and Prosperity.
 
Also known as Phra Maha Katchayana, Phra Sangkachai is a revered figure in Theravada Buddhism, honored for his wisdom, eloquence, and association with prosperity. Widely venerated across Thailand and other Buddhist cultures, he embodies the virtues of generosity, clarity in Dhamma, and spiritual wealth.
 
Enlightened Teacher of the Dhamma
Phra Sangkachai was an Arhat—one who attained full enlightenment. He was celebrated for his exceptional ability to explain the Buddha’s teachings with clarity and simplicity. He is credited with composing the Madhupindika Sutta and is said to have authored the first grammar of the Pali language, helping to make Dhamma accessible to all.
 
Symbol of Prosperity and Good Fortune
Often depicted as plump and smiling, Phra Sangkachai represents happiness, wealth, and abundance. He is especially revered by those seeking success in business, bountiful harvests, and overall wellbeing. Farmers, merchants, and devotees often pray to him for blessings in both material and spiritual life.
 
Iconography and Representation
Unlike the typically bald depictions of many monks, Phra Sangkachai is often shown with hair and wearing the traditional robes of the Theravada order. He is usually portrayed seated, with a serene smile and a relaxed posture—reflecting inner peace, contentment, and spiritual richness.