Mr Paiboon said Phra Dhammajayo claimed he had encountered the spirit of a man, Chatchai Rojkiratikan, in heaven. The spirit asked the abbot to tell his children they should make merit and leave donations for him, Mr Paiboon said.
It was found later Mr Chatchai was still alive,

The monk also claimed he met Apple's late co-founder Steve Jobs in heaven,

Phra Maha Nopporn Boonyachayo, a spokesman for the temple, said Wednesday

He also insisted the temple had nothing to do with politics. His assertion came after photos online show red-shirt guards mingling with followers at the temple.