Thao Wessuwan He is the greatest god among the four Chatulokabans, the chief of the demons. He is the protector of Buddhism and the protector of the human world. Keep pushing away bad things from life. He is also the god of fortune and has enormous treasures. Thao Wessuwan has appeared in many religious beliefs. Whether it is the Kuvera of South India The Tibetan Buddha or the Chinese Wentian Wang Making him a deity who is revered in many countries.

History of Thao Wessuwan

Thao Wessuwan He is the son of Lord Vishva. People who have received blessings from Brahma to have the divine position of Lokkaban.

Thao Wessuwan (Thao Vessuwan) or in the Brahmin language is called "Thao Kuvera". In Buddhism, it is called "Thao Paisop" who is the chief of the demons. or Lord of all ghosts and demons by Thao Wessuwan He is one of the four Thao Chatulokban. Protector of the human world Residing in the fourth level of heaven. Sitting in the north, there are asuras, rakshasas, and demons as attendants. It is said that the territory Thao Wessuwan The government was very large and Thao Wessuwan He is also the head of the 4 Thao Chatulokabans, consisting of "Phra Indra" (Thao Thattharat) ruling the eastern world, "Phra Yom" (Thao Virulok) ruling the southern world, and "Phra Varuna" (Thao Wirupak) ruling the inner world. West and because of Thao Wessuwan Become the demon lord. He had very powerful influence.

The image of Thao Wessuwan that is commonly found at the entrances to temples and viharas has the appearance of a giant because According to the Tripitaka, he ruled the giants and was the greatest among the giants and Rakshasas. Ancient Thai people used to tie giant cloth amulets to the head of children's beds to prevent evil spirits from harassing children. This Lord Kuvera is mentioned in the Atāṇātiyaparitta as bringing the devas in the fourth heaven to meet the Lord Buddha. and made an oath to take care of the Buddha and his disciples so that the giants or other followers of Thao Chatulokaban would not disturb them.

The appearance of Thao Wessuwan has 2 forms:

Thao Wessuwan which has a giant body Standing holding a long baton and a crystal shield. There are hundreds of thousands of followers. Serve to maintain order and justice in heaven. It has been used as a symbol of prosecutors for more than 100 years.

Thao Wessuwan that appears in human form who is a pot-bellied man who is the god of wealth Be the king of money People believe that worshiping them will increase their luck. causing there to be no shortage of food to eat

Later, the image of Thao Kuvera appearing as a pot-bellied man was revered. In the belief that he is the god of wealth. But Thao Kuvera in the form of Thao Vesavan, who comes in the form of a giant, is revered as It is a talisman for protection against evil spirits. It is also said that Thao Vesavan also has a green body with a height of 2 kavut, approximately 200 strands, armed with a club, vehicles such as elephants, horses, chariots, sometimes a castle, and crowned robes decorated with the image of a naga. Hold the title of Lord of the Giants There are hundreds of thousands of followers. Holding a glass shield and a golden spear

It is said that the profession is an undertaker. or have a career in executing prisoners Often carry an image of Thao Thao Weswan. For wearing around the neck as a talisman. Protect from danger from evil spirits that will invade.

In Thailand, there is another form of worship of Thao Veswan. This god is called Phra Paisaraphon, after his name in Sanskrit, Vaisravana, holding a cudgel in his right hand. The left hand is raised to the chest in order to restrain (the angels) from doing wrong because it is their duty to maintain order and justice in heaven. It has long been used as a symbol of prosecutors. It is expected that from the time the Prosecutor's Department was first established more than 100 years ago, it was because of the Krabat issue. (The name given to prosecutors in ancient times) or today's prosecutors have a duty to uphold justice and the law, similar to the duty of Phra Paisorn in heaven. But no evidence has been found as to when there was an official announcement to use the image of Phra Paisorn as the official emblem of the prosecutor.

It is believed that whoever worships Thao Wessuwan There will be a lot of good fortune. rich in money There is always something to eat and use to cure the bad year, strengthen the bad year, the god of the bad year protects from dangers from things that can be seen and cannot be seen, prevents ghosts and various spirits from daring to do any harm to family members in that shop because of ghosts. Demonic ghosts, giants, are the followers of Thao Wessuwan. People who have just had a baby or have small children Often popular to worship Thao Wessuwan Set it up where the child sleeps. Because it is believed that ghosts and demons will not dare to disturb children. Because Thao Wessuwan is the ruler of ghosts and demons. Therefore, it is recommended for people with young children and children who like to cry at night. Can't sleep, like something is disturbing the child. And can also block all ghosts, demons, black magic.

In ancient texts it is said that whoever wants Prosperity in fortune Wealth, wealth, power and fortune are the highest in the way of a millionaire, with wealth, fortune, rank, praise and happiness flowing continuously and eliminating ghosts, demons, bad things that do not dare to disturb. and helps bring good fortune and wealth to those who worship it To worship Thao Wessuwan and chant Thao Wessuwan's mantra regularly Ready to do only good and moral things.