Reverend Grandfather Thong Ayana Born in the year 2363, corresponding to the end of the reign of King Rama II, was the son of Mr. Huat Sae Lim, a Hokkien Chinese. Mother is Mon Later, he was ordained in 2 at Wat Ngern Bang Phrom, Taling Chan by Than Chao Khun. Winaikitjaree Thera (Phu), former 2384nd abbot of Wat Ngern Bang Phrom preceptor
He was given the Bihar title of Ayana after his ordination. He stayed at that temple to study the Dharma and Vinaya. and wait for his preceptor after the pilgrimage to seek morality When the royal temple was built, Wat Ratchayotha done has invited him to become an abbot He was therefore the first abbot of Wat Ratchayotha was a very good monk in the past.
ordination
Reverend Grandfather Thong In the year 2384, at the age of 21, he was ordained at Wat Ngern, Taling Chan District, Bangkok, with Chao Khun Winaikitari Sangha (Phu) as his preceptor. as well as the basic ethical practices prospered according to the teachings of the Lord Buddha by strictly adhering to rules and discipline until the age of 30, the preceptor ordered came to rule at Wat Ratchayotha The construction of this Ratchayotha temple was in the early reign of King Rama IV.
You are generally accepted. that he is a master who knows both the worldly and the Dharma There is complete knowledge in both Buddhism and superstition. He is a monk of precepts. Throughout the 117-year life of Phra Khun Chao, Phra Khun Chao had performed various activities in Buddhism until he was praised by the public. and disciples of all classes said He is a teacher who has a miracle, a miracle, a holy word. There is a strong determination in meditation. rarely ascetic Skilled in virtuous ways, whether sitting, lying, standing, walking, he adheres to meditation as the emotion of Luang Pu Thong's grace. Received the respect and admiration from the people near and far. Until there are people with many occupations Many types of devotees entrust themselves with many disciples.
along with that you a dharma giver The analogy always compares worldly and dharma talks without fail. so it's another charm One thing that made people who had a conversation with You feel at ease Seeing the truth that he said in all respects, it is considered the center of the heart of the people and disciples to do good deeds in large numbers. It is evident both in the past and in the present that Those disciples or those who have seen Wisasa with him Usually those who have practiced the profession correctly with the principles. and have mercy in one's own part and sacrifice for the benefit of the public and the nation, Luang Pu Thong's grace is an excellent virtue persevere in religious activities Inviting him, he was not spared except to be ill.
end of life
Luang Pu Thong passed away in the year 2480 at the age of 117 years.
