{"product_id":"por-sri-ong-1","title":"Por Sri Ong","description":"\u003cp\u003eMASS01\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBobo Aung Locket\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePor Sri Ong · Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMainstream Artifact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSacred Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs are representative only. A piece will be selected at random, and the amulet supplied may differ from the exact piece shown in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach locket was individually assembled and filled by hand. Natural differences in the medicines, herbal mixture, takrut placement and finishing are therefore part of the character of each artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Experiences Shared by Luksits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong devotees of the Burmese master traditions, \u003cstrong\u003eBobo Aung\u003c\/strong\u003e is often approached when life appears to have reached a difficult plateau — particularly where progress depends upon opportunity, influential people, negotiation or a decisive change in circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuksits commonly associate his image with \u003cstrong\u003ebaramee and forward movement\u003c\/strong\u003e. Accounts include stalled negotiations beginning to move again, assistance arriving through unexpected people, greater confidence when dealing with senior figures, and opportunities appearing after periods of uncertainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOthers speak less about dramatic events and more about a gradual change in circumstances: clearer judgement, greater calm when important decisions must be made, and a feeling that obstacles begin to become manageable rather than overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, Bobo Aung pieces remain particularly meaningful to those involved in \u003cstrong\u003ebusiness, leadership, sales, negotiation and independent work\u003c\/strong\u003e, where both personal presence and good timing can matter greatly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis locket represents \u003cstrong\u003eBobo Aung\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most celebrated weikza figures within Burmese spiritual tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt combines his image with \u003cstrong\u003ePatthama Siddhi medicine, Burmese sacred herbs, red medicine and a silver takrut\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing together several elements associated with the traditional Burmese Red-Medicine lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBobo Aung is remembered in devotional tradition as a master of meditation, mantra and esoteric disciplines. His name is particularly associated with \u003cstrong\u003ebaramee, protection, metta, overcoming obstacles and fulfilment of sincere aspirations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limited production of \u003cstrong\u003e399 blue-background pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e also gives this particular issue a clearly documented identity within Master Sri Ong's work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBobo Aung and the Red-Medicine Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the tradition recorded for this locket, Bobo Aung is counted among \u003cstrong\u003eten great teachers associated with the Red-Medicine lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaha Osot Wicha · Sajja Min · Sang Wicha · Phu Tor Ae · Aung Wicha · Pho Min Khong · Bobo Aung · Se Wicha · Phu Tor Piu · Phu Tor Pui\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese masters are remembered as holders of disciplines involving \u003cstrong\u003ered-medicine tattooing, mantra, meditation, herbal knowledge and traditional alchemical practice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tradition holds that receiving the baramee of even one such teacher — through sacred tattooing, mantra, an image of the master or sincere recollection — provides a spiritual connection to the lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection from harmful influences, poisonous creatures, hostile intentions and occult interference is traditionally attributed to this connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBobo Aung\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBobo Aung occupies a particularly important position within Burmese popular religious tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is traditionally portrayed as a realised practitioner possessing extraordinary knowledge of meditation and esoteric disciplines. Stories surrounding him describe accomplishments in \u003cstrong\u003ejhana, kasina meditation, mantra, ritual practice, herbal preparations and alchemy\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis familiar iconography is distinctive: a Burmese spiritual master, often shown seated cross-legged, sometimes with long or loosely arranged hair and frequently associated with a \u003cstrong\u003eteacup\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis tradition is also closely connected with \u003cstrong\u003eMount Popa\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Myanmar's most important centres of spiritual folklore and pilgrimage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigins of the Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Sri Ong is said to have personally travelled to Burma to obtain materials connected with the tradition before preparing these lockets in Chiang Dao.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre of the reverse is \u003cstrong\u003ePatthama Siddhi medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the lineage, this is regarded not simply as an herbal preparation but as a ritually prepared substance connected with the disciplines of the old Burmese masters. The reverse was additionally filled with \u003cstrong\u003eBurmese maha wan herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly associated with \u003cstrong\u003epiya and metta\u003c\/strong\u003e — attraction, goodwill and favourable human relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA visible application of \u003cstrong\u003ered medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e further connects the piece to the lineage from which its teachings are derived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, the blue-background version was completed with a \u003cstrong\u003esilver takrut\u003c\/strong\u003e, together with material used in honouring the teachers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is therefore more than a portrait locket. Its construction was intended to bring together the \u003cstrong\u003eimage, medicine, herbs, yantric element and teacher lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e within a single artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRitual\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spiritual foundation of this locket rests upon \u003cstrong\u003ewai kru — remembrance and honouring of the teachers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Burmese master traditions, the image of a teacher serves as a focus through which the practitioner recollects the master's virtues, teachings and baramee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBobo Aung's tradition extends further into the Burmese concept of the accomplished \u003cstrong\u003eweikza\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional accounts maintain that Bobo Aung and \u003cstrong\u003ePho Min Khong\u003c\/strong\u003e achieved unusually advanced accomplishments through different approaches to practice. Bobo Aung is said to have progressed systematically through successive stages, while Pho Min Khong is described as approaching the disciplines in reverse, beginning with difficult practices before returning towards their foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are traditionally believed to have made vows connected with the preservation of Buddhism until the coming of \u003cstrong\u003eMetteyya, the future Buddha\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese accounts belong to Burmese devotional tradition rather than conventional historical biography, but they remain important for understanding why Bobo Aung continues to command such reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlessings and Effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe locket is traditionally associated with three closely connected qualities: \u003cstrong\u003ebaramee, protection and advancement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaramee\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially important. It may be understood here as accumulated spiritual authority and personal weight — the quality through which one's words carry greater influence and others become more willing to listen, cooperate or assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Burmese herbs and medicines introduce the complementary qualities of \u003cstrong\u003emetta and piya\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting goodwill, approachability and favourable relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional purposes therefore include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estrengthening baramee, authority and personal presence;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emetta, popularity and support from others;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprotection from harmful influences and unseen danger;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eopening opportunities and overcoming prolonged obstacles;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eimproving negotiations, business relationships and career movement;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupporting sincere prayers and aspirations;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eencouraging clarity and steadiness during difficult periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than representing wealth alone, Bobo Aung's blessing is traditionally understood as helping create the \u003cstrong\u003econditions through which progress becomes possible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModern Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is particularly suitable for someone whose progress depends upon \u003cstrong\u003epeople, judgement and opportunity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBusiness owners may keep it at their workplace or personal altar. Those in sales, management, property, finance or negotiation may wear it when meeting clients or handling important agreements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone facing stagnation, the traditional approach is not simply to ask for money. A more appropriate prayer is for \u003cstrong\u003eobstacles to clear, the right people to appear, sound judgement to arise and suitable opportunities to become visible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may equally be carried without a specific worldly request, simply as an object of remembrance and respect towards Bobo Aung and the old Burmese teacher lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe front depicts \u003cstrong\u003eBobo Aung seated cross-legged\u003c\/strong\u003e, with two smaller teacher images positioned above him against a distinctive blue background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is filled with a reddish-brown sacred herbal and medicinal mixture. A \u003cstrong\u003esilver takrut\u003c\/strong\u003e is embedded vertically into the filling, while a small application of consecrated red medicine is visible above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire locket is protected within a clear pendant casing suitable for wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e 399 pieces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakrut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patthama Siddhi medicine, Burmese maha wan herbs, red medicine and teacher-honouring material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA separate \u003cstrong\u003egold-background version with gold takrut\u003c\/strong\u003e was produced in only \u003cstrong\u003e99 pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Bobo Aung already combines \u003cstrong\u003ebaramee, metta, protection and obstacle-clearing\u003c\/strong\u003e, the locket is sufficiently complete to be worn by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor business or professional use, it may be paired with a Buddha or monk amulet associated with \u003cstrong\u003ewealth, metta or career advancement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those primarily concerned with protection, pairing it with a traditional protective Buddha image or guardian artifact creates a balanced combination without distracting from the locket's central purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonal Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this issue particularly interesting is the direct connection with \u003cstrong\u003eMaster Sri Ong of Chiang Dao\u003c\/strong\u003e and his use of materials personally gathered from Burma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse construction is especially important. Rather than producing a simple commemorative portrait, Master Sri Ong incorporated \u003cstrong\u003ePatthama Siddhi medicine, Burmese maha wan herbs, red medicine and a takrut\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the character of the lineage within the physical structure of the locket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue-background edition shown here belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003e399-piece silver-takrut issue\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors interested in Burmese wicha, the appeal lies not merely in the image of Bobo Aung, but in the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eteacher lineage, traditional medicine, ritual materials and limited handmade production\u003c\/strong\u003e within a single artifact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OOBThaiAmulets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48312776589449,"sku":null,"price":177.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/1831\/0793\/files\/123_6079cb00-d0b5-4a49-8a8b-af3c5246c3c7.jpg?v=1789005929","url":"https:\/\/oobamulets.com\/products\/por-sri-ong-1","provider":"OOBThaiAmulets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}