This blurb is taken from a sign at the shrine of Phra Khru
Samathakittikhun outside the Buddhist temple. Slight corrections have been made
but I think this is the gist-
PHRA KHRU SAMATHAKITTIKHUN (Dang Piyasilo)
1894-1973
This is the undecomposed remains of Phra Khru
Samathakittikhun (Dang Piyasilo) the venerable ex-abbot of Wat Kunaram on Koh
Samui. He enjoyed a prosperous family life until he was 50 years old when he decided
to devote the latter part of his life in the Monk-hood.
After being ordained in 1944, his Meditation Practice became
renowned and his followers were many among Buddhist Monks and Laymen alike. He
was also known for his ability to foresee his own death, which happened in
1973, he was 79 years old.
After his death his body remained incorruptible so with his
written permission, his relatives and disciples placed him in an upright
position within his casket He remains as a symbol to inspire future generations
to follow Buddha, study his teachings and be saved from suffering.
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