Luang Pu Rit, First Edition B.E. 2542, Small-Mold Khun Paen

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A remarkable monk of northeastern Thailand, renowned for spiritual efficacy: Luang Pu Rit of Wat Chonlapratan Ratchadamri, Buriram Province (หลวงปู่ฤทธิ์ วัดชลประทานราชดำริ) Within Thai Buddhism, particularly in the northeastern region of Isan, there are many secluded monks of great spiritual attainment and profound sacred knowledge. Among them was Luang Pu Rit (หลวงปู่ฤทธิ์ รตฺนโชโต, Phra Kru Inthawarakhun / Luang Pu Rit), regarded as an eminent monk of his generation in Buriram Province. During his lifetime, his deep meditative attainment, powerful mental concentration and reportedly efficacious sacred objects earned him great respect among devotees and Thai amulet collectors both in Thailand and abroad. 1. Life and Path of Practice Luang Pu Rit's birth is described in terms of the Buddhist Era calendar, which is the principal calendar used below, without a specific year being given. His lay name and early experiences belonged to a simple rural life. From a young age, he showed a strong interest in Buddhist teachings and eventually chose to shave his head and ordain, formally entering the Buddhist monkhood. After ordination, Luang Pu Rit strictly observed the monastic precepts and devoted himself to Buddhist study and meditation. He studied under several monks and practitioners versed in traditional sacred arts in northeastern Thailand and along the Cambodian border. He became proficient in chants, Pali and advanced traditional Thai esoteric practices, including those of Cambodian lineages. His spiritual attainment was considered very high, and he was widely regarded as a monk with exceptionally powerful mental concentration and supernatural abilities, or abhiññā. 2. Founding Wat Chonlapratan Ratchadamri (วัดชลประทานราชดำริ) After many years of traveling to practice and teach the Dhamma, Luang Pu Rit went to Ban Krathum village in Sung Noen (สูงเนิน), Kra Sang District (กระสัง), Buriram Province, in B.E. 2535 (1992), where he founded Wat Chonlapratan Ratchadamri. At the time, the area was still remote and living conditions were difficult. Drawing on the high esteem in which he was held, Luang Pu Rit led villagers and devotees in building the temple brick by brick. He became its first abbot and remained there for many years, practicing, teaching the Dhamma and helping the poor into his later life. To local residents, he was not only a spiritual teacher but also a pillar of local development and spiritual support. 3. Sacred Objects and Accounts of Their Efficacy During his lifetime, Luang Pu Rit oversaw the creation and consecration of various amulets and sacred objects. These included his best-known first-edition portrait medal from B.E. 2537 (เหรียญรุ่นแรก ปี 37), various takrut (ตะกรุด), Kuman Thong and birds associated with attracting goodwill. Profound sacred power and tokens of invulnerability: It is said that Luang Pu Rit concentrated intensely when consecrating sacred objects. Some devotees and amulet dealers recalled that he could hold large quantities of metal takrut in his hands while performing powerful consecrations, and that the strength of his mental concentration amazed those around him. All-round protection, popularity and wealth attraction: In Thailand, Luang Pu Rit's sacred objects are known for “เหนียว” (Kong Grapan, invulnerability to blades and bullets / protection from harm), as well as strong Metta Mahaniyom qualities—exceptional popularity, wealth attraction and attraction of the opposite sex. Many devotees who wore his sacred objects reported extraordinary protection or assistance in their careers, businesses or dangerous situations, giving them an excellent reputation. Friendship with another renowned master: Luang Pu Rit and another legendary monk of the area, Luang Pu Hong of Wat Phetchaburi, were peers and close monastic friends, or saha thammik. Both were well known in northeastern Thailand's sacred-arts circles and exchanged knowledge and practices. 4. Passing and Remembrance Luang Pu Rit passed away peacefully in his monastic quarters at the temple at 4 a.m. on 1/6, B.E. 2548 (2005), at approximately a little over 100 years of age, after many years in the monkhood. Although the master has passed away, his lifelong integrity and compassionate conduct remain deeply cherished by devotees. To this day, Wat Chonlapratan Ratchadamri remains an active place of worship. Many later-generation devotees and collectors make special journeys to pay respects to the master's preserved body or seek precious sacred objects consecrated during his lifetime. Luang Pu Rit's name and the legendary spiritual lineage he left behind have become a shining chapter in the modern history of Thai Buddhism.