{"product_id":"lp-koon-wat-ban-rai-9","title":"Lp Koon wat Ban Rai","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMS05\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYin Tong Pim – Chiang Mai 700-Year Commemoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuang Phor Koon | Lamphun Relic Powders | Rare Love \u0026amp; Metta Pim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB.E. 2538 (1995)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the less commonly encountered forms from this celebrated B.E. 2538 commemorative batch is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYin Tong Pim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a sacred design traditionally associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetta, attraction, harmony and human relationships\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the Somdej forms of the series are generally sought for their broader qualities of spiritual strength, protection and Baramee, the Yin Tong carries a distinctly softer character. Its symbolism is closely connected with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaffection, interpersonal warmth, understanding and the ability to create favourable relationships with those around us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in considerably smaller numbers than the principal forms of the series, the Yin Tong was made from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esame important Lamphun powder mixture and underwent the same major consecration cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncient Lamphun Powders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of this batch is an exceptional body of old sacred material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80% of the base mixture was said to consist of ancient Lamphun relic powders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, associated with the old Hariphunchai tradition and materials dating back more than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1,300 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, to the historical period connected with Phra Rod of Lamphun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuch old powders were treasured not simply for their age. Within the traditional understanding of Thai sacred objects, materials preserved from important Buddhist sites and earlier generations of sacred images carry the accumulated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaramee and spiritual lineage of the places from which they originated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe powders were therefore regarded as particularly suitable for qualities traditionally associated with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetta Maha Niyom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – kindness, popularity and favourable treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoke Lap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – good fortune and favourable opportunities\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaramee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – spiritual presence and personal authority\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from harmful or unfavourable influences\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe importance attached to these materials was such that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuang Phor Koon himself reportedly requested a portion of the powder for use in his own future sacred-object production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In return, he participated directly in the blessing of the commemorative batch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis created an unusual meeting of two traditions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eancient Lamphun and Lanna sacred material combined with the blessing lineage of Luang Phor Koon of Wat Ban Rai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Consecration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe batch did not rely upon a single ceremony. Instead, the materials and completed amulets passed through a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emulti-stage consecration process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Blessing – Luang Phor Koon, Wat Ban Rai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore the amulets were pressed, the sacred powder mixture was brought to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuang Phor Koon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, who blessed and empowered the raw materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis meant that his blessing was already incorporated into the sacred substance from which each amulet would eventually be formed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChiang Mai 700-Year Commemorative Ceremony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe batch subsequently entered the major northern consecration connected with the celebration of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChiang Mai's 700th anniversary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ceremony at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWat Phra Singh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brought together respected monks of the northern tradition, adding the spiritual character and lineage of Lanna Buddhism to the already blessed materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal Blessing – Wat Ban Rai, October B.E. 2538\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the amulets had been pressed into their completed forms, they were returned to Luang Phor Koon at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWat Ban Rai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA final blessing and mantra cycle was then performed over the completed batch, bringing the consecration process to its conclusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the Yin Tong form, collectors traditionally associate these blessings especially strongly with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetta, charm, favourable relationships and peaceful influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYin Tong – The Relationship Pim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yin Tong is an interesting part of this series precisely because its purpose differs from the more familiar Somdej forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts imagery has traditionally been associated with the bond between two people and the qualities that allow relationships to develop naturally: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaffection, understanding, attraction, compassion and emotional harmony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, devotees commonly choose Yin Tong-type amulets for matters involving:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLove \u0026amp; Partnership\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally carried for Metta between partners, improving understanding and encouraging a warmer relationship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily Harmony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for those wishing to encourage better communication and reduce unnecessary friction within the family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBusiness \u0026amp; Clients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetta is not limited to romance. For merchants and people who deal with customers, negotiations or management, favourable human relationships can be equally important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSocial Relationships\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally associated with being received more warmly by others and creating a more harmonious environment around the wearer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than being understood simply as an amulet for attracting romance, the older concept of Yin Tong is therefore better understood through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetta — the cultivation of favourable human connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Less Common Form From an Important Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost collectors encountering this B.E. 2538 series naturally gravitate toward the Somdej forms, particularly the better-known gem-inlaid examples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYin Tong Pim appears considerably less frequently\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it an interesting choice for collectors who already understand the history of the Chiang Mai commemorative batch but want one of its more unusual forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt combines three important elements within a single piece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eancient Lamphun sacred powders, the great Chiang Mai commemorative consecration, and the direct involvement of Luang Phor Koon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor devotees whose work or personal life depends heavily upon relationships with others, it is also one of the most symbolically appropriate forms from the entire series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note – Piece Selected From the Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing is for one amulet selected from a larger batch\/set. The photographs shown are for illustration and reference purposes only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone authentic Yin Tong Pim from the same batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, selected in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esimilar overall condition and quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to the example shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs these amulets were individually pressed more than three decades ago, natural differences in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epowder texture, surface tone, edges, pressing details, markings and age-related characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are expected. No two pieces will be completely identical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese natural variations form part of the individual character of each surviving amulet and should not be considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OOBThaiAmulets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48010577838217,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0793\/files\/K_1.jpg?v=1751193099","url":"https:\/\/oobamulets.com\/products\/lp-koon-wat-ban-rai-9","provider":"OOBThaiAmulets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}