code: A643

A set of two powerful amulets, Takrut Ton and Khunpaen Tep Sangwat (or Kamasutra)

Master: Lersi Sompit (Ruesi Somphit) Yanasophee of Pathum Thani province.

Year Consecrated: BE 2548 (2005) for Khunpaen.

**The Story of Master Ruesi Somphit and His Assistance to People**

Master Ruesi Somphit was born in Lopburi in the village of Phunamthip, Nong Khaem, Khok Samrong District. In the past, schools were hard to find in rural areas, so his parents sent young Somphit to study as a disciple of monks at Phunamthip Temple. At the temple, he met Elder Aon and Grandmother Dam, who were both dedicated to meditation and practicing mindfulness. They were highly respected by the villagers for encouraging them to observe precepts and practice meditation at the temple. Master Ruesi Somphit had the opportunity to study both Thai and Pali languages, as well as various incantations, especially the *Itipiso Rattanamala* scripture, which were kindly taught to him by Elder Aon and Grandmother Dam.

At the age of 14, he learned the magical arts of Khun Phaen from a wandering monk from Isan named Teacher Dham. The Khun Phaen magic allowed one to summon Khun Phaen’s spirit to possess a body, allowing them to ask about various occult knowledge. He also learned the practices of a Ruesi (hermit), which included strict disciplines such as not cutting hair for three years, not leaning against walls or posts for seven years, and refraining from eating raw meat or drinking alcohol. These practices were essential for the mastery of Ruesi teachings. After mastering these, he was able to communicate with his teachers mentally without needing to see them. When he reached the appropriate age, he was ordained as a monk at Tham Thong Temple (now Wat Tham Sitaram) and received the monastic name “Yan Sophee,” meaning “one who possesses beautiful wisdom.”

After his ordination, Master Somphit stayed at Phunamthip Temple for a year and a half. During this time, Teacher Thom from Singburi visited the temple, and the two became close. They traveled together on spiritual pilgrimages across the northern, northeastern, and central regions of Thailand, seeking knowledge from various masters they met. Along this journey, he learned about compassion, charm, and other mystical arts from figures such as Luang Phor Mum at Prasat Yoe Temple in Si Sa Ket, and many other lay masters in Buriram and Surin, including Khmer and Lao teachers.

After returning to Lopburi, he went on a pilgrimage with Luang Pu Som Dhammabharo, a disciple of Luang Phor Kob from Wat Khao Sarika. Luang Pu Som often invited Master Somphit to join him on his travels, where he trained Master Somphit in long meditation sessions, testing the patience of devotees waiting for blessings. Some sessions lasted until 2 or 3 AM. During his time in Roi Et, Master Somphit became a disciple of lay master Grandpa Chantha, who was known for his magical abilities. Grandpa Chantha taught him the *Mahasawang* or *Divine Chant*, which had the power to protect against misfortune and bring happiness.

Master Somphit later studied with renowned meditation masters such as Luang Pu Chah at Wat Nong Pah Pong and Luang Pu Khao Analyo at Wat Tham Klong Plaen. He also studied with Khru Ba Inthachak until his passing and continued learning with Khru Ba Phrommachak at Wat Phra Buddha Bat Tak Pha in Lamphun. He later went on pilgrimages to Mae Hong Son, where he studied Burmese magical protection and charm rituals from the head monk of Mae Lah Luang District, who was of Tai Yai (Shan) descent.

Master Somphit’s pilgrimages took him as far as Burma, where he encountered a powerful hermit named Master Sri Chan. Initially, they tested each other’s magical abilities through various rituals. Eventually, they became close, and Master Sri Chan revealed that he was originally from Saraburi and had learned powerful magic from the legendary Lao master, Samed Chaloen. Master Sri Chan passed on his knowledge to Master Somphit before they parted ways.

One day, while joining a group of wandering monks in Phitsanulok, Master Somphit became close to an elderly monk they called “Grandfather.” Out of compassion, Grandfather taught Master Somphit the art of *Thep Sangwas*, a highly powerful and rare form of charm magic. He stated that he had never passed this knowledge to anyone before but believed Master Somphit was worthy of it. Master Somphit learned the art until mastery.

Master Somphit later studied with other masters, learning invulnerability spells and protective charms, including the famous *9 He* magic from Master Yuen in Ayutthaya, a disciple of Luang Phor Klan of Wat Phra Yat. He continued learning various spells for 11 years of pilgrimage, even after leaving monastic life in 1989.

In 1989, Master Somphit was invited by senior writer Khun Thai Dam to demonstrate his mystical abilities at the Ratchapak Institute’s spiritual science event. Over 40 Ruesi from various countries gathered there to display their powers, and Master Somphit demonstrated feats such as eating burning coals and rubbing sand into his eyes without irritation. His knowledge and magical arts, accumulated over his lifetime, came from over 40 teachers, both monastic and lay practitioners.

Master Ruesi Somphit has helped many people through astrological readings, spiritual ceremonies, amulet consecrations, and ritual tattooing. His methods, such as his karmic cutting rituals, bear similarities to those at Wat Khao Samphote in Lopburi, with a few differences in chanting.

The blessings and mystical arts that Master Ruesi Somphit has performed have left a profound impact, and his powerful spells and incantations continue to be revered by his many disciples.