Luang Pu Rod Phrommasaro
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Phra Rod Phrommasaro | |
|---|---|
| Personal life | |
| Born | 2 June 1871 |
| Died | 28 November 1956 (aged 85) |
| Religious life | |
| Religion | Buddhism |
| Sect | Mahānikāya |
| Dharma names | Phrommasaro |
Luang Pu Rod Phrommasaro (หลวงปู่รอด พรหมสาโร; June 2, 1871 – November 28, 1956) was a revered Thai Buddhist monk and Geji Ajahn (accomplished master) from Nakhon Ratchasima Province, widely known for his mastery of meditation, esoteric sciences, and the creation of powerful sacred amulets. He is affectionately called the "God of Korat" (Thep Jao Haeng Korat) by devotees due to his reputed clairvoyance, miraculous feats, and protective blessings.
Biography
[edit]Luang Pu Rod was born on June 2, 1871 CE during the reign of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) of the Chakri dynasty, in Ban Sa Khwan, Tambon Lam Kho Hong, Non Sung District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. He was the son of Mr. Khai and Mrs. Phun.
He ordained as a bhikkhu (fully ordained monk) in 1893 CE at the age of 22 at the ubosot of Wat Ban Saphan, Tambon Kham Thao, Non Sung District. His preceptor was Phra Ajahn Yu, and he received the Pali monastic name "Phrommasaro" (meaning "One who delights in Brahma-like purity").
Throughout his monastic career, Luang Pu Rod held several ecclesiastical positions, including Head of Subdistrict Monastic Community (Jao Khana Tambon). He made a lifelong vow: to build five temples during his time as a monk—a promise he fulfilled through relentless effort and community support.
He spent rainy-season retreats (vassa) at various temples, including Wat Kham Thao until 2490 BE (1947 CE), after which he returned to Wat Don Phawai. He remained there until his passing on November 22, 1956 CE during the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej (Rama IX), at the age of 85, having completed 63 vassa (monastic years).
Sacred Objects and Spiritual Practice
[edit]Luang Pu Rod was renowned for his deep practice of vipassana meditation and mastery of Buddhist esoteric arts (wicha). Devotees widely believed he possessed:
- Clairvoyance (foreknowledge of future events)
- Divine ear (dibba-sota) and divine eye (dibba-cakkhu)
- Numerous miraculous interventions for disciples
His most powerful and sought-after sacred objects (phra khrueang) include:
- Phra Pidta amulets in brass
- Yantra cloths bearing handprints and footprints
- Metta oil (nam man phra khun)
- Nang Kwak (beckoning lady) figures
Devotees believe that carrying his amulets prevents unnatural death (tai hong) and grants protection from harm. His medals are among the most popular and powerful in the Korat region.
Legacy
[edit]Luang Pu Rod is revered as the "God of Korat" (Thep Jao Haeng Korat) and one of the greatest geji monks of Nakhon Ratchasima. His amulets remain highly prized in Thai Buddhist culture, especially among collectors and those seeking protection and prosperity.
References
[edit]External links
[edit]- "หลวงปู่รอด พรหมสาโร" [Luang Pu Rod Phrommasaro] (in Thai). Ennxo. Archived from the original on 2012-07-21.
- "ประวัติหลวงพ่อรอด วัดบ้านไพ" [Biography of Luang Phor Rod, Wat Ban Phai] (in Thai). Pramoolphra.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - "พระเครื่องหลวงปู่รอด" [Sacred Amulets of Luang Pu Rod] (in Thai). UAmulet.