How to worship Phra Wes Suwan at home? On which day should the offering be made, and how many incense sticks should be lit?

Phra Wes Suwan is a mighty deity among the Four Great Kings (Chaturmaharajika), the ruler of the asuras. He is a guardian of the Buddha’s teachings and a protector of the human world, constantly driving away negativity and misfortune from people's lives.

Phra Wes Suwan is also believed to be the god of wealth with a vast treasure. He appears in various religious beliefs, including as Kubera in South India, the deity Sampal in Tibet, and Wen Tian Wang in China. This widespread reverence has made him a highly respected figure in many countries, with growing popularity in worship practices over time.

Many believe that chanting the 9 recitations of the Phra Wes Suwan prayer brings blessings, prosperity, and good fortune. Those who live virtuously are said to experience success and wealth, along with a life of happiness and contentment.

If you are unable to visit a temple or designated site to worship Phra Wes Suwan, you can perform the ritual at home. You can make offerings in front of his statue or image. The process and steps to follow are outlined below.

It is recommended to worship every Thursday morning or on Buddhist holy days (however, if this is not convenient, it can be done on any day, or ideally, consistently every day). Before starting the worship ritual, you should take a bath and dress neatly and respectfully.

1. Clean water

2. Auspicious fruits such as oranges, bananas, and pineapples

3. Light 9 incense sticks along with 9 rose flowers. Then, chant the five precepts and the tribute to the Triple Gem (Buddha, Dhamma, Sangha)

(Recite Namo 3 times)

"Itipiso Bhakawa Yamma Raja No Phra Wes Suwannor Maranang Sukhang Ahang Sukato Namo Buddhaya Phra Wes Suwannor Chaturmaharajika Yakkapanthaphatphurito Wessa Pusa Bhutto Arahant Buddho Phra Wes Suwannor Namo Buddhaya"

(Recite 3, 7, or 9 times to bring blessings, and your wishes will come true.)

(Recite Namo 3 times)

"Itipiso Bhakawa Yamma Raja No Phra Wes Suwannor Maranang Sukhang Ahang Sukato Namo Buddhaya"
(Recite the Phra Wes Suwan prayer 3, 7, or 9 times for blessings, and your wishes will be granted.)

Most people prefer to chant the shorter version of the prayer 9 times for good fortune, believing that it enhances prosperity and success. If a vow is made to Phra Wes Suwan, it should be fulfilled once the wish is granted.

In addition to offering prayers and worship, many people also make wishes and vows to Phra Wes Suwan. Once the wish is granted as intended, it is customary to return and make an offering to him. The offerings should align with the nature of the request, as detailed below.

Fulfilling a vow related to work
Offer a set of monastic donations consisting of a pair of monk’s shoes, a Buddha statue, a monk’s seat, and a set of needles and thread.

Fulfilling a vow related to finances
Offer a set of monastic donations or a 9-inch Buddha statue.

Fulfilling a vow related to love and family
Offer a red rose and worship a statue of Phra Wes Suwan while observing the eight precepts on the day of your birth and on Buddhist holy days.

Fulfilling a vow related to health and illness
Offer a prayer book and release fish into the wild.

1. One must live a virtuous life and adhere to the five precepts.
2. Do not engage in actions that harm the religion, directly or indirectly, or promote a loss of faith in the teachings.
3. Avoid dishonest professions, fraud, or taking advantage of others.
4. Refrain from being selfish and lacking generosity.

Source: Wat Tha Mai