Gao Yord
Nine Peaks
The master Sak Yant featuring nine peaks representing the nine sacred peaks of Mount Meru. Offers complete spiritual protection.
✦Meaning & Background
Gao Yord is considered the "master" Sak Yant and is often the first tattoo given by a monk. The nine peaks represent the nine summits of Mount Meru, the center of the Buddhist universe. It provides protection, good fortune, and is believed to enhance the power of all other Sak Yant designs.
✦More about this design
Gao Yord, the Nine Peaks design, is considered the mother of all Sak Yant tattoos. It consists of nine towers or pyramids representing the nine sacred peaks of Mount Meru — the holy mountain in both Hindu and Buddhist cosmology. Each of the nine peaks contains a specific protective mantra. This design offers the most comprehensive protection of all Sak Yant designs: it protects against evil, brings fortune, promotes wellbeing and strengthens the spiritual connection of the bearer. Gao Yord is traditionally applied as the first Sak Yant, often at the back of the neck. Learn more about the most powerful Sak Yant symbols. Many people combine the Gao Yord with the Hah Taew (five lines) or the Paed Tidt (eight directions) for maximum protection. Want to know how to prepare for your session? Or book an appointment directly?
✦Frequently asked questions
Why is Gao Yord the first Sak Yant?
Gao Yord is considered the "master" Sak Yant that creates a spiritual foundation. It is believed to amplify the power of all subsequent Sak Yant tattoos.
What do the nine peaks represent?
The nine peaks represent the nine summits of Mount Meru, the sacred mountain at the center of the Buddhist cosmology.
