Lottery enthusiasts visit Phayao temple for lucky numbers

Residents and lottery enthusiasts flocked to the ancient Suan Dok temple, over 1,000 years old, to seek blessings from the revered Phor Suan Dok statue. The temple is located in Ban Huai Luk, T. Tun, Mueang district, Phayao province.

Locals brought offerings of flowers, incense, and candles to pay respects to the Buddha statue within the temple. They also sought fortunes from the statue of Phor Suan Dok, a figure known for its stern appearance, long moustache, dual swords on its back, and dressed in traditional white attire with a white cloth turban.

This statue is prominently situated in the Kru Ba Chao Phor Suan Dok shrine and is believed to grant luck and success in various endeavours, including career advancements and lottery wins, said a temple spokesperson.

“Phor Suan Dok has consistently provided charms, with people receiving two-digit and three-digit lucky numbers.”

The process of seeking blessings involves writing one’s name and address on a piece of paper and placing it along with flowers, incense, and candles in a plastic bag, which is then hung in front of the statue. Those seeking help with selling land often place a photocopy of the land deed on a tray in front of Phor Suan Dok’s statue. Upon successful outcomes, devotees return to offer promised items in gratitude.

Lottery enthusiasts, in particular, visit the temple before each draw to seek lucky numbers and often report winning substantial prizes, said the temple spokesperson.

“We come here before every lottery draw, and the numbers we get from Phor Suan Dok are always accurate.”

Villagers and lottery hopefuls gathered to perform the traditional rituals and seek blessings. The ceremony included shaking fortune sticks, which resulted in the lucky numbers 65 and 799 for this period.

The Suan Dok Temple, also known as Aranyawasi Suan Dok Boon Nak Monastery, stands as a testament to the region’s rich history and cultural heritage. The temple’s ancient legacy, coupled with its revered statues, continues to draw crowds, especially those in search of fortune and good luck, reported KhaoSod.