{"product_id":"por-sala-tan-928","title":"Por Sala Tan","description":"\u003cp\u003ePST04\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePhra Lersi Narod Song Phaya Suea\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePor Sala Tan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach Ong Krut was individually handmade from carefully selected sacred materials and personally prepared by Por Sala Tan. Natural differences in the Keow Moo Tong Deang, carving, sacred inscriptions and placement of ritual components give every piece its own unique texture, colour, form and character.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Experiences Shared by Luksits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to \u003cstrong\u003eAc Lek\u003c\/strong\u003e, this particular Ong Krut was originally kept as a \u003cstrong\u003eworking sacred piece within Por Sala Tan's ritual space\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was not simply stored as a collection piece. Por Sala Tan frequently kept it beside him or held it during ceremonies when dealing with \u003cstrong\u003eheavy spiritual energies, clearing harmful influences, dissolving hexes and stabilising the ritual environment during consecrations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAc Lek recalled that the piece was particularly valued when additional \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, protection and spiritual strength \u003c\/strong\u003ewere required during more demanding ritual work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts reputation extended beyond Por Sala Tan's own use. Visiting monks and masters would occasionally \u003cstrong\u003eborrow the Ong Krut for their own ceremonies\u003c\/strong\u003e when they required additional ritual support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece therefore accumulated a distinctive history as a \u003cstrong\u003eworking ritual object\u003c\/strong\u003e, repeatedly present during spiritual practice and consecration rather than being created solely for personal wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts later preservation as an Ong Krut gives collectors a direct connection to this period of ritual use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ePhra Lersi Narod Song Phaya Suea\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptionally uncommon \u003cstrong\u003eOng Krut of Por Sala Tan\u003c\/strong\u003e, carved from \u003cstrong\u003eKeow Moo Tong Deang\u003c\/strong\u003e and depicting Lersi Narod seated above the powerful Phaya Suea, or King Tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe imagery brings together two complementary forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod\u003c\/strong\u003e represents wisdom, sacred knowledge, discipline and the authority of the Kroo, while \u003cstrong\u003ePhaya Suea \u003c\/strong\u003erepresents courage, commanding presence, protection and the ability to confront difficult circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the image expresses a central principle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWisdom sits above force.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse contains a \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod Roop Lor\u003c\/strong\u003e, while sacred takruts are positioned at the back and along the sides. Their arrangement was intended to balance the principal qualities of the piece — \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, courage, authority and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts significance is further strengthened by its history as one of Por Sala Tan's working ritual pieces, used repeatedly during ceremonies and occasionally borrowed by other practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of Por Sala Tan, this is a particularly difficult type of Ong Krut to encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Background – Lersi Narod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod \u003c\/strong\u003ebelongs to the wider Thai Lersi tradition of revered ascetic teachers and custodians of sacred knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLersi traditions developed from the ancient Indian Rishi and became deeply integrated into Thai religious, artistic, healing and occult practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin these traditions, the Lersi occupies the position of \u003cstrong\u003eKroo — the teacher through whom knowledge and wicha are transmitted\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLersi Narod is especially associated with \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, learning, spiritual discipline and mastery of specialised knowledge\u003c\/strong\u003e. For this reason, Lersi imagery remains closely connected with Wai Kru and the acknowledgement of one's teachers and lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor practitioners, the Lersi represents more than knowledge itself. He represents the \u003cstrong\u003ediscipline and judgement required to use that knowledge correctly\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLersi Narod Song Phaya Suea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe imagery of \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod seated upon the Phaya Suea\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the authority of the teacher with the strength of the tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiger has long represented \u003cstrong\u003ecourage, alertness, authority and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e within Thai forest and wicha traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet in this composition, the tiger remains beneath the Lersi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe symbolism is therefore one of \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled strength\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lersi represents wisdom and judgement directing the tiger's formidable power. Courage remains under discipline; authority is guided by knowledge; and force is exercised with restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, the image is especially relevant to those who must make difficult decisions or command others while remaining composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeow Moo Tong Deang\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe principal material used for this Ong Krut is \u003cstrong\u003eKeow Moo Tong Deang\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin traditional sacred-material practice, Keow Moo Tong Deang is regarded as a strong natural material and has been used for ritual objects requiring \u003cstrong\u003edurability, stability and firm anchoring energy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePor Sala Tan selected the material specifically for the Lersi Narod Song Phaya Suea form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dense natural character complements the symbolism of the image: the steady wisdom of the Lersi combined with the grounded strength and courage of the tiger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aged material also gives the carving its distinctive cream, brown and naturally weathered appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLersi Narod Roop Lor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the reverse is an additional \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod Roop Lor\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a second representation of the Kroo within the same artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Roop Lor reinforces the Lersi aspect of the piece and its emphasis upon \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, guidance, spiritual discipline and the continuation of wicha\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts placement at the centre of the reverse gives the entire construction a clear ritual focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the front presents Lersi Narod commanding the Phaya Suea, the reverse preserves the Lersi himself as the central spiritual foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSacred Takruts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral \u003cstrong\u003etakruts\u003c\/strong\u003e were incorporated throughout the Ong Krut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are positioned at the reverse and along the sides of the carved material, surrounding the central Lersi Narod Roop Lor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir placement was intended to create a balanced ritual composition supporting the principal qualities of the piece:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e, to guard the keeper and ritual environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWisdom\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting judgement and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourage\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when confronting difficult circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthority\u003c\/strong\u003e, strengthening confidence and personal baramee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a compact but complex sacred construction in which the carving, Roop Lor and takruts work towards the same overall purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOng Krut – A Working Ritual Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \u003cstrong\u003eOng Krut\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly important when understanding this example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was a piece retained for actual ritual use within Por Sala Tan's sacred space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Ac Lek's account, Por Sala Tan used it repeatedly during ceremonies, particularly when the ritual environment required additional \u003cstrong\u003estability and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was kept close when clearing heavy energies or harmful influences and during consecrations where greater spiritual support was required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fact that other visiting monks and masters were also said to have borrowed the piece gives it an unusual history of continued ritual use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, this distinguishes the artifact from pieces that entered private collections shortly after their creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Blessings (Summary)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central quality of Phra Lersi Narod Song Phaya Suea is \u003cstrong\u003eBaramee supported by wisdom and controlled authority\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLersi Narod traditionally supports \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, learning, judgement, concentration and spiritual practice\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Phaya Suea contributes \u003cstrong\u003ecourage, Maha Amnaj, commanding presence and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is also associated with \u003cstrong\u003eovercoming obstacles and opposition\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly where calm judgement is more valuable than confrontation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts protective character extends traditionally towards \u003cstrong\u003eharmful intentions, hostile spiritual influences and heavy ritual environments\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting its history of ceremonial use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor working life, the same qualities translate naturally towards \u003cstrong\u003eleadership, negotiation, decision-making, confidence and maintaining authority under pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, its character may be summarised as \u003cstrong\u003ewisdom, courage, authority, protection and the strengthening of baramee\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModern Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Lersi is particularly suited to those whose responsibilities require both \u003cstrong\u003eknowledge and authority\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness owners, managers and negotiators may value its symbolism of remaining decisive without becoming reckless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeachers, healers and practitioners of wicha may appreciate its strong connection with \u003cstrong\u003eKroo, knowledge and spiritual discipline\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose working in competitive environments may keep it for courage, protection and the ability to maintain composure when facing rivalry, pressure or difficult personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor practitioners, its history as Por Sala Tan's own working ritual piece gives it particular relevance to \u003cstrong\u003emeditation, consecration and spiritual work\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lesson represented by the image remains simple: \u003cstrong\u003estrength becomes most effective when governed by wisdom\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front depicts \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod seated upon Phaya Suea\u003c\/strong\u003e, individually carved into the naturally shaped Keow Moo Tong Deang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lersi is shown with a pronounced headdress and beard, seated above the tiger while holding a long ritual implement across the body. Fine hand-carved lines define the robes, facial features and surrounding details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural outer form of the material has been retained, including its irregular projections and aged cream-brown surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the reverse, a recessed central chamber contains the \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod Roop Lor\u003c\/strong\u003e. Several sacred takruts are embedded beneath and above the figure, while additional ritual components are incorporated along the sides of the artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete piece is now preserved within a custom protective casing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiger Spirit or Seur Wicha\u003c\/strong\u003e — complements the Phaya Suea aspect for collectors concentrating upon courage, Maha Amnaj and commanding presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Rare Ong Krut of Por Sala Tan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe importance of this piece extends beyond its unusual material or imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was an \u003cstrong\u003eOng Krut — a working sacred object kept within Por Sala Tan's own ritual environment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from Keow Moo Tong Deang as \u003cstrong\u003eLersi Narod Song Phaya Suea\u003c\/strong\u003e, the piece combines the wisdom and discipline of the Kroo with the courage and authority of the King Tiger. The Lersi Narod Roop Lor and surrounding takruts further reinforce its qualities of protection, wisdom and spiritual stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Ac Lek, Por Sala Tan repeatedly used the piece during ceremonies involving \u003cstrong\u003eheavy energies, harmful influences and demanding consecrations\u003c\/strong\u003e, while other visiting monks and masters occasionally borrowed it when additional ritual support was required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch pieces were never common and were frequently retained by those close to Por Sala Tan rather than circulating openly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor serious collectors and devotees of Por Sala Tan, this is therefore a particularly significant example — \u003cstrong\u003ea rare Ong Krut with a history of direct ritual use, combining Kroo wisdom, tiger courage, Maha Amnaj, protection and the strengthening of baramee\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OOBThaiAmulets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47953568727177,"sku":null,"price":1177.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0793\/files\/Untitled-121_893098ac-83b3-40f0-9396-ac6add37423b.jpg?v=1786698229","url":"https:\/\/oobamulets.com\/products\/por-sala-tan-928","provider":"OOBThaiAmulets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}