Actually, there are 7 different poses representing the 7 days of the week. Each of them has a certain significance and represents different character traits.
The different postures of Buddha statues and their meanings
Each of them represents a day of the week, and you should respect the statue representing the day of your birth.
- Buddha of Sunday - Pang Thawai Net
- Buddha of Monday - Pang Ham Yati
- Buddha of Tuesday - Pang Sai Yat
- Buddha of Wednesday - Pang Umbat
- Buddha of Thursday - Pang Samti
- Buddha of Friday - Pang Ram Pueng
- Buddha of Saturday - Pang Nak Prok
If you have visited a temple (or "Wat") in Thailand, you may have noticed that Buddha appears there in standing, sitting, or reclining positions. In some temples, you will even see seven (sometimes eight) Buddha statues lined up next to each other, often with a donation bowl in front of them.
What does this mean? Many people see these images without really knowing what they mean or what they are for.
There are of course many more than seven Buddha postures, and during our research, we found different versions and explanations. Here's a summary:
1. Buddha of Sunday - Pang Thawai Net
The Buddha of Sunday, Pang Thawai Net, translates to "Seven-day gaze." This posture consists of a standing Buddha, crossed in front, the right hand always covering the left hand.
It represents the moment when Buddha achieved enlightenment after standing for seven consecutive days in front of a bodhi tree without blinking.
What does it mean if you were born on a Sunday?
You are considered respectable, loved by your friends and family, and wise.
- Probable occupation type: Professional
- Lucky color: Green
- Lucky day: Wednesday
- Unlucky color: Blue
- Unlucky day: Friday
2. Buddha of Monday - Pang Ham Yati
The Buddha of Monday stands with the right hand raised to shoulder height, palm facing outward. It represents Buddha calming his family members after his return from paradise, three months after they had argued about the waters flowing onto their respective lands. Buddha managed to persuade them to compromise.
What does it mean to be born on a Monday?
You are a serious person, love traveling, and have an exceptional memory.
- Probable occupation type: Skilled
- Lucky color: Black
- Lucky day: Saturday
- Unlucky color: Orange
- Unlucky day: Sunday
3. Buddha of Tuesday - Pang Sai Yat
The Buddha of Tuesday is represented by a pose in which he is lying on his right side, his head resting on his right arm, and his toes perfectly parallel to each other.
The image represents Buddha towering over the malevolent Asura Rahu in a reclining position to humble Asura Rahu's pride. Seeing the magnitude of Buddha in this relaxed position, Asura Rahu succumbed to Buddha and accepted his teachings.
What does it mean to be born on a Tuesday?
This means that you are serious, active, and courageous.
- Probable occupation type: Likely in services
- Lucky color: Yellow
- Lucky day: Thursday
- Unlucky color: White
- Unlucky day: Monday
4. Buddha of Wednesday - Pang Umbat
The Buddha of Wednesday stands with both hands wrapped around an alms bowl. The statue symbolizes caring for others. While many initially believed the statue illustrated a "begging" Buddha, this is not actually the case. It's more about a Buddha collecting alms from others, enabling them to gain merit (i.e., good karma). Unlike other days of the week, your characteristics are determined by the time of your birth:
What does it mean if you were born on a Wednesday morning?
You are polite, emotional, and artistic.
- Probable occupation type: Something in the creative field
- Lucky color: Green
- Lucky day: Wednesday evening
- Unlucky color: Pink
- Unlucky day: Tuesday
What it means if you were born on a Wednesday evening:
You will likely be honest and hardworking.
- Probable occupation type: Professional
- Lucky color: White
- Lucky day: Monday
- Unlucky color: Yellow
- Unlucky day: Thursday
5. Buddha of Thursday - Pang Samti
The Buddha of Thursday is often referred to as the Meditating Buddha. It is depicted in a seated position, hands resting on the knees. The story goes that after receiving bundles of grass, Buddha scattered them and sat atop while vowing to remain seated until he achieved full enlightenment. It was through his unwavering determination that he succeeded.
What does it mean to be born on a Thursday?
Generally, a person born on a Thursday is peaceful, honest, and calm, reflected in the most relaxed posture of the Buddha.
- Probable occupation type: Something in the legal field
- Lucky color: Orange
- Lucky day: Sunday
- Unlucky color: Black
- Unlucky day: Saturday
Buddha of Friday - Pang Ram Pueng
The Buddha of Friday is represented by a statue showing Buddha standing with arms crossed over the chest, the right hand covering the left hand. This pose symbolizes silent determination and tolerance towards others.
What does it mean to be born on a Friday?
People born on a Friday tend to be friendly, ambitious, and fun-loving.
- Probable occupation type: Celebrities are most likely to be born on a Friday, as many artists and public figures belong to this category.
- Lucky color: Pink
- Lucky day: Tuesday
- Unlucky color: Light green
- Unlucky day: Wednesday evening
Buddha of Saturday - Pang Nak Prok
The Buddha of Saturday is depicted in a lotus position, meditating fully, under the protection of Naga Muchalinda. It is said that this pose reflects the time following enlightenment, when the Naga king shielded a meditating Buddha from heavy rains by using its multi-headed hood to shelter him while also lifting him above floodwaters with its body.
What does it mean to be born on a Saturday?
Typically, a person born on a Saturday is introverted but calm and logical.
- Lucky color: Blue
- Lucky day: Friday
- Unlucky color: Green
- Unlucky day: Wednesday daytime
