Palm leaf scripture at Wat Ratchapradit Sathit Maha Simaram Enshrined at Hor Phra Trai This ancient scripture is as important as the temple. which is the temple of King Mongkut, King Rama IV. It is a palm-leaf scripture that had been enshrined at Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall since the reign of King Rama IV. It is considered to be the royal palm-leaf scripture of the reign. Until the reign of King Chulalongkorn, the reign of King Rama V, he had it brought to be enshrined at Ratchapradit Temple for maximum benefit to the people. until being praised as “The palm leaf scripture of the 2 reigns”
For this reason, the Fine Arts Department (FRS) by the National Library of Thailand Carry out cooperation with Ratchapradit Temple To publicize the conservation and storage of palm leaf scriptures at Ratchapradit Temple. To conduct surveys, register, and store ancient documents and repair the damaged parts to the fullest extent possible It took a period of 2 months to do conservation work. At present, the project is completed. The Office of the Education Commission has delivered 894 bound palm leaf scriptures to Wat Ratchapradit. Continue to take care of conservation.
Most of the palm leaf scriptures are about important Tripitaka contents, including Wor. 1-3 (Ratchapradit Temple, No. 1-3) regarding the future of Wangsa during the reign of King Rama IV, approximately 170 years old, Wor. 14, 17,28-32,83,98 (Ratchapradit Temple No. 14,17,28-32,83,98) Subject: Samalini Palace, Commentary on Sanyutta Nikaya, Dika Mahawong, Yojana Abhidhammattha Sangkhaha and Pukkonpaññāya. Royal version built and repaired by King Rama V, age 139 years.
Phanombut Chantarachot Director-General of the Office of the National Library of Thailand said that the National Library has implemented a project in cooperation with Wat Ratchapradit. Preserving and storing palm leaf scriptures from 30 Jan. – 21 Mar., with the Sangha and people joining in the A.S.S.M. network, increasing the number of monks to 7 monks/people, consisting of conserving and storing Repair damaged parts and prepare a register of manuscripts. Organize a palm scroll system to provide services according to academic principles. Issue a registration number for the list of manuscripts Set the goal to be an important source for studying and learning about the Tripitaka during the Rattanakosin period in the middle of the city. Because it is a book of the 2 reigns, it focuses on conservation. Continue the legacy of the wisdom of our ancestors for a long life. Ready to integrate networks to participate and create awareness among the people.
Wattana Phuengchuen Specialist in ancient languages Group of written books and inscriptions The National Library Office said that from a survey to store palm scriptures of Wat Ratchapradit. That reflects the importance of the monarchy’s interest and concern in Buddhism. The front of the scripture appears with the royal seals of both reigns: King Rama IV on the left and King Rama V on the right. In addition to the implications of moving from Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall It was then enshrined at Wat Ratchapradit. Another scripture was created during the reign of King Rama IV, but when times changed Make some palm leaf scriptures tied It was damaged. During the reign of King Rama V, he reconstructed the lost scriptures. It may be called It’s a repair. so that the scriptures are complete in every binding and affixed the royal seal to the scriptures It is said to be the first temple where a palm leaf scripture was found in this way.
“A survey of the palm scriptures, most of the content is related to the Tipiṭaka. It was found that 80% of the scrolls were damaged due to weather conditions and animals. Only 20% can be stored and preserved according to the principle of using wood to cover the sides of the scriptures. In order to keep the shape from bending. Cover with a blanket for better ventilation. and issued registration numbers for 67 bundles of palm leaf scriptures, with 144 registration numbers, a total of 894 bundles, for conservation and repair to complete the leaves in the next order. In this regard, the palm leaf scriptures at Wat Ratchapradit The content has been translated into Thai, so don’t worry about missing parts. The temple is currently repairing the Phra Trai Hall. Build a glass cabinet containing scriptures. To make it easy to maintain and develop into a museum for people to come study and learn,” Wattana said.
In addition, at Ratchapradit Temple There are also valuable palm leaf scriptures found. King Rama V created a special edition. The scriptures are decorated with beautiful lacquered and gilded designs, with 10 bindings. The story of the philosophical debate between Phra Nagasen and Phraya Milin. But because there is damage, repairs must be carried out next. In addition, there are 87 Dhamma boxes containing palm-leaf scriptures made of wood, built during the reign of King Rama V, made of wood and shaped like a book. Using the craftsmanship of fine art, the characteristics of making with Thai traditional art. Inlaid brass into the wood Around the spine of the box is a line of letters inscribed with names according to palm leaf scripture categories, indicating the year 1247 (1885). It is assumed that it is at least 139 years old. The Bureau of Ten Groups of Engineers will continue to preserve and repair it.
It is considered a historic cooperation in preserving the palm leaf manuscripts of the two royal reigns until it was successful, continuing the valuable heritage of the nation.
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