Thai amulets are the pearl strings of historical legacy that connects Buddhism as practiced by most Thais today to the time Buddhism first arrived in pre-Thai kingdoms during the 3rd Century BC. For more than two millenniums, Buddhism in Thai society has interwoven with aspects of inherited folk religious practices, including folk magic and the creation of talismans and charms. Practicing monks over the centuries have incorporated this folk tradition into their faith, and to this day, Thai Buddhist amulets have been created. The amulet on offer today is a "RUESI HERMIT" Sacred Slate-Embedded (Batch 1) of Suan Hin Pha Nang Khoi Monastery, Ubon Ratchathani Province.

 

HISTORICAL TRADITION

In Thai Buddhism, a Ruesi is a hermit sage, the equivalent of Rishi in India. Its root, Rishi, is a term for an accomplished and enlightened person found in various Vedic texts. Rishis are believed to have composed hymns of the Vedas. The Post-Vedic tradition of Hinduism regards the rishis as "great yogis" or "sages" who after intense meditation (tapas) realized the supreme truth and eternal knowledge, which they composed into hymns. The term Rishi found mentions throughout the Buddhist texts.

The material of this particular amulet is a combination of dried auspicious herb, flowers, and contains an embedded sacred slate (takrut).

 

MAGICAL BELIEF

Throughout the centuries, Thai Buddhist amulets are considered by many as very powerful tools to enhance aspects of the owners' lives. Many Thais worship a Ruesi to obtain their blessings.

 

 

ORIGIN
Suan Hin Pha Nang Khoi Monastery, Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand

 

SIZE & WEIGHT
All measurements are for the actual amulet only, excluding any container or casing. Distances are rounded up to the nearest millimeter, and width measured at the widest point. Weight is rounded off to the nearest gram.

Length X Width X Thickness (mm): 35 x 21 x 11
Weight (g): 9

For further size reference, please see listing image showing the amulet next to an A-type USB connector—commonly found on computer keyboards and mice. Of course, the USB connector is not included in the sale.

CONDITION
New and unused—never worn nor carried on any person. However, original packaging box that the amulet came in from the temple may have blemishes, small scratches, and/or slight damage due to being stored over decades.

AUTHENTICITY
I am NOT an amulet dealer nor trader. These amulets have been passed down to me by my father, who collected them since the mid-1980s. All were bestowed on him by Buddhist monks or the respective temples that my father had made offerings or donations to. All pieces were obtained from their true origins, and some have been in our family for over 35 years—they are genuine.

PLEASE SEE THE LISTING PHOTOS

• The accompanying pictures form a part of my description, so please study them well.
• What is shown is exactly what you will receive. Any original packaging box is included ONLY IF PICTURED.
• Protective pendant casing, for wearing the amulet around your neck, is included ONLY IF SHOWN. The pendant cases are made of acrylic and stainless steel.

 

Please see my 16-years Seller history on eBay, and purchase with confidence. Also check out my other listing for collectible Thai amulets.

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Thank you for visiting my listing.—Don