Takrut Phra Salaeng-ngaeng

Takrut Phra Salaeng-ngaeng (ตะกรุดพระแสลงแงง) is a talisman long favoured within the older streams of Thai belief. It is traditionally held to be strong in metta mahaniyom — loving-kindness and popularity — supporting personal charm, negotiation and dealings, trade, and being looked upon with warmth by those one meets. It suits those whose lives involve meeting people: business, sales, service work, or any occupation requiring regular negotiation. According to the belief of those who enshrine it, a takrut of this kind is also commonly carried for auspiciousness, to strengthen the spirit and confidence, and to serve as an anchor for the mind in daily life. It is likewise held, according to the traditional texts and the lineage of practice under which it was made, to offer protection, safe passage from danger, and a guard against inauspicious influences. Qualities according to traditional belief Metta mahaniyom — to be regarded with affection and goodwill Supporting personal charm and human relations Easing negotiation and business dealings Encouraging trade and the drawing of customers Strengthening confidence and personal standing Protection, safe passage, and auspiciousness for the one who enshrines it Suited to Merchants and shopkeepers, business owners, sales staff, agents and brokers, executives, those who must negotiate and deal with people, as well as collectors of talismans and sacred objects of the older traditions. How to enshrine It may be carried on the person, kept in a bag, worn on a cord, or kept at one's place of business as appropriate. It should be honoured with respect and mindfulness, and accompanied by conduct grounded in moral precepts.