Thai amulets of the protective demon Tao Wessuwan . *
Tao Wessuwan (also written
Tao Wesuhan or
Taw Waes Suwann)
is a
Raksha living in one of the lower worlds of the Deva.
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He is a protector of temples and Dharma in general and chases away evil spirits and ghosts. *
He is often found as a "temple guardian",
with his
Krabong magic weapon in his hand.
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Tao Wessuwan is also a deity of fortune (he is the
“brother of Kubéra ” )
and the faithful often ask him to help them earn enough
to pay their bills and everyday expenses without worry.