Rian Ka Pha Yung- Protector of Buddha

The history of KaPaYong came from Hindu history (the origin of Buddha history).

KaPaYong, known as the protector of Buddha’s bones when Buddha was buried, was made to prevent the enemies from stealing Buddha’s bones. Four KaPaYong, representing North, South, East and West, watched out for danger while protecting the Buddha’s bones. The history of KaPaYong was then passed down to Southern Thailand.

Two main provinces were identified and eight masters were selected as representatives, under the Thai Royalty, to serve the people of these two provinces. The two provinces were Phattalung & Nakhon Si Thammarat Province (in Southern Thailand).

The eight masters were bestowed with titles and names given by the Thai Royalty. Four masters in Phattalung were bestowed the same titles as the other four in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province:

🔹Phrakhru Ka-Chard

🔹Phrakhru Ka-Dem

🔹Phrakhru Ka-Dam

🔹Phrakhru Ka-Keaw

One night in BE2558 (2015), Phrakhru Kachard was doing his handcrafting work at his work desk. Suddenly, a man’s voice whispered into Phrakhru’s ear asking him to “please make ‘KaPaYong’ for protection”.

Few days later, Phrakhru Kachard flew to Bangkok, met up with Mr Payap Kumpun (President of SMK), and mentioned this incident. Weeks later, as an act of support, Mr Payap presented the design of KaPaYong to Wat PraDuhom (BE2559/ 2016).