Mendaka, in Thai known
as
Menthaka
Setthi, was a wealthy,
generous follower of the
Buddha, famed for his
charitable acts and symbolic golden goats, believed to
be rewards for his past virtues. His life exemplifies
ethical wealth and compassion in Buddhist teachings.
He is here depicted with a magical
goat, which possesses the ability to produce gold coins
whenever it is stroked or touched by Mendaka.
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