Biography of Luang Phor Pae
In Thailand, onIn Thailand, one of the most respectable Thai monk was Somdej Pra Sangkarat Pae or known as Luang Por Pae among the Thai people during the period of BE 2432 to BE 2487 in Thai Temple. He had done lots of good deed during his monkhood and well respected by people who had paid tributes to him. LP Pae was age 89 in BE 2487 on 26th of November where he was laid in peace. He was born in BE 2399 on 12th of November during the period of King Rama 4.
LP Pae was both a very learned scholar of Dhamma, as well as an experienced practitioner of Kammathana Vipassana in the Thai Forest Tradition style, and is one of the last Centuries greatest Masters. His amulets are recognised as masterpieces internationally. His amulets are collected by individuals from every corner of the globe. In particular his unique rainbow pims are instantly recognisable, and very popular amongst his devotees, almost a trademark amulet.
Born in a family of farmers, he become a novice monk at the age of 13 and took his education from Pra Somdej Wan Rat (Somboon). During his time in Wat Raat Boorana, Somdej Pra Sangkarat (Pae) had gone to Wat Torng Noppakun and studied Dhamma from Ah Jahn Poh. LP Pae had undergone to be ordained by Pra Somdej Wan Rat (Daeng) in BE 2422 when Pra Somdej Wan Rat (Somboon) had passed away due to illness.
1923 :Graduated the third class of Buddhist Test at the age of 18 years
1925:Graduated the third level of Buddhist teaching (when he was a novice) at Mahathatyuwaratrangsarit Temple, Pranakorn, Bangkok.
1926 :Graduated the second level of Buddhist Test at Mahathatyuwaratrangsarit Temple, Pranakorn, Bangkok.
1927 :Graduated the fourth level of Buddhist teaching at Mahathatyuwaratrangsarit Temple, Pranakorn, Bangkok. Appointment to be abbot and learning psychology
In 1931, the villagers surrounding New Pikulthong Temple invited Pramaha Pae Khemangaro to return to his domicile and assume the vacant position of Abbot of New Pikulthong Temple. It was considered that he was sufficiently qualified to take up the challenge to sustain the Buddhist faith. When he agreed to take the position he decided that he needed to further educate himself to better serve the people and develop the monastery. He started to study Psychology and Magic, including Thai Herbs which in that period were very important aspect of village life. He studied under Master Kliang of Suthatthepwararam Temple in Bangkok. Master Kliang taught him all that he needed to know in the various disciplines in which he was interested.
Apart from Master Kliang, he also studied under the Reverend Srisatjamuni (Pramaha Sonthi Yatitharo) and the Reverend Father Liam. (the villagers called him as "Luang Ta Liam") Both of whom were disciples of the Patriarch as well. He devolved close relationships with all his teachers. This is evidenced by the fact that when there was a ceremony to the bless amulet of Phra Somdej Thong and Phra Chinarat, the Reverend Sonthi asked Master Kliang to bring his mould to LP Pae. These are identical moulds to Phra Chinarat Mor. Khor. 1 of Suthatthepwararam Temple. In addition certain Kring amulets of Wat Suthatthepwararam were mixed with the amulets of Somdej Thong and Phra Chinarat.
At a latter date he studied psychology and magic under a very famous and highly respected monk from Wat Praprang, Singburi. His name was "Luang Por Si" or "Prakru Sriwiriyasopit" (Si Chaya Gesaro"). He studied until he became a recognised expert himself. Indeed it was with the help of Luang Phor Si that he chanted his first amulet. Luang Phor Pae was known as a good monk, one who respected the Buddhist precepts, his masters, his family, and the villagers who loved and trusted him. He was the beloved disciple of Luan Phor Sai.
Luang Phor Pae passed away at the age of 94. His funeral and cremation was carried out under the patronage of their majesties the King and Queen.
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