Chedi Luang, The great stupa: Reflections of the Chakravatin concept during the reign of King Tilok Raja (1984 – 2030 BE.)

Abstract

This academic article aims to study Reflection on Lanna Chakravatin concept .In the rigen of King Tiloaraja, his Majesty expanded political power and fostering religious support together. the concepts of Thammaracha and the Chakravatin Principles to help secure the rights of throne. Which we study the role of his religion in order to interpret it more clearly By using the principle of art historical process through Bhodi Mandala concept, He used this concept by restoration, rebuilding, and strengthening RajakutaKarn, Chotikaram, or Chedi Luang. With the implication of building a chamber with the establishment of a Buddha sitting under the Sri Maha Bodhi tree since the reign of King Saen Mueangma. Strengthening as a single top pagoda. Surrounded by elephants and lions. Enshrining the Emerald Buddha at the Royal Chedi. The importance of the Maha Bodhi Mandala concept , the land where the emperor will emerge , is to strengthen the emperor's empower. Under various paradigms and contexts is therefore very interesting By bringing the doctrine of Buddhism to be a tool to build common beliefs among all people in the kingdom.