About Wat Panprasittharam
Wat Panprasittharam
Wat Panprasittharam (Wat Pikka) is located in Moo 1, Khlong Dan Sub-district, Bang Bo District, Samut Prakan Province. It was originally named Wat Pikka because it is located on the banks of the Pikka Canal. When cows and buffaloes were slaughtered, the villagers would salt and dry the meat on both sides of the canal. However, it was discovered that crows would regularly steal the dried salted meat. As a result, the villagers trapped and cut the wings of the birds and put them on sticks, which passers-by would see. From that time onwards, this area has been commonly referred to as Ban Pikka.
Wat Panprasittharam, or Wat Pikka, was first built on May 19, 1932 when some people donated land to Luang Pho Pan before he passed away. After 22 years, the local people cooperated to construct the temple with Mr. Choei, Mr. Khunjeung, and Mr. Sang Neesang as the leaders. Ajarn Thongkham was the abbot in charge of Wat Panprasittharam, which was under the jurisdiction of the Mahanikaya sect. The temple's land area is 16 rai, 2 ngan, and 43 square wah with a land title deed of 3,342. The temple was later renamed "Wat Panprasittharam" by Phra Somdet Atthamano, the abbot at that time, to commemorate Luang Pho Pan, who was the founder of the temple. Council of Sangha Ministers approved the name change on May 14, 1956.
From the past until now, Wat Panprasittharam has been governed and managed by 6 abbots:
1. Luang Pho Kham
2. Unknown
3. Unknown
4. Luang Por Suan Attamano (Phra Kru Phawana Prasit) (1948)
5. Luang Por Sakda Thitapunyo (Phra Kru Samut Bunkhet) (B.E. 2520)
6. Phra Maha Kriengsak Silataro (2005 - present)
Wat Panprasittharam is a cherished center of Buddhism for the villagers of Pikka and neighboring areas, who flock to the temple to make merit on Buddhist holy days such as the 8th and 15th days of the lunar month, as well as other important occasions. The temple also actively promotes the propagation of Dharma through various initiatives, including the ordination of Brahmans and regular Dharma practice on the 13th day of the third lunar month.
To provide greater access to Dharma, particularly for children and youth, the temple organizes moral training camps and offers Sunday teachings on Buddhism to the general public. These efforts aim to cultivate good moral values in individuals, which in turn, can contribute to the development of society and the country in the future.
As we reflect on the temple's rich history, may the power of Phra Sri Rattanatrai and the prestige of Luang Pho Pan continue to inspire and guide Wat Panprasittharam to thrive as a center of Buddhism for many years to come.
