Amitabha Pureland Dharani for removal of obstacles The benefits of reciting the Amitabha Dharani, according to Sutra, are included in the full name of this mantra — “Dhāraṇī for pulling out the fundamental cause of karmic obstacles and obtaining rebirth in the Pure Lands” (Chinese: 拔一切業障根本得生淨土陀羅尼). It is also known as Pure Land Rebirth Dhāraṇī (Chinese: 往生淨土神咒; Wang Sheng Jing Tu Shen Zhou), or Rebirth Mantra (Chinese: 往生咒; Wang Sheng Zhou) for short. Thes also state the benefits of chanting — auspicious circumstances, and rebirth in Amitabha’s Pureland in future. Here we provide PDF download ..read more

According to Sutra, chanting this great Heart Dharani of Avalokiteśvara ekadaśamukha,1000-armed, 11-faced Chenrezig Guanyin brings benefits of health, blessings, wealth, no fear, compassion, protection and boundless love. Here we provide PDF downloads of Pujas, Practices, Sadhanas, and Sutras for recitation: • Download Great Compassionate Heart Dharani of Avalokiteśvara • Other Available Downloads ..read more

Supreme Healing Dharani of Lapis Lazuli Light Medicine Buddha Long Sutra Dharani in Sanskrit The Sutra-delivered Dharani of Medicine Buddha, transmitted directly by Buddha, is famous for healing the faithful, especially when chanted in the original Sutra Sanskrit. Here we provide PDF downloads of Pujas, Practices, Sadhanas, and Sutras for recitation: • Download Medicine Buddha Dharani • Other Available Downloads ..read more

The Sutra of Tara Who Protects from the Eight Fears is important as a Sutra — Tara’s own beautiful, hopeful, evocative and powerful words. Both her Dharani and her Sutra are famous for protecting us against the eight great outer dangers and the eight great internal fears!   DOWNLOAD ..read more

Anyone may honor the Supreme Sarva Dakini as a praise, here presented in Sanskrit. Her longer mantra requires empowerment, however her short namo mantra is fine for everyone as a generation of merit mantra. DOWNLOAD ..read more

Why is the Karma family, and especially the practices of Buddha Amoghasiddhi or Green Tara, important in modern times? Why is Amoghasiddhi described as absolute success or infallible? What are his praises, practices, and mantras? Why is he associated with “Chi” or prana and wind in the body? We answer these questions, and more, in this presentation. Then we demonstrate a short, meaningful Amoghasiddhi practice meditation with mantras. Video:     CONTENTS: 00:00 – 01:10  Introduction to Amoghasiddhi and Fearless Practice 01:10 – 03:43  About Amoghasiddhi, the Fearless Act ..read more

Amoghasiddh’s symbolic color is green, for life and the breath of life and growth and thriving life. His hand is held up in the Abhaya or “fearless” mudra and his right hand is in the pose of meditative equipoise.   Amoghasiddhi’s Practice is the Ten Perfections, brought into our Daily Lives. DOWNLOAD ..read more

Why is the Karma family, and especially the practices of Buddha Amoghasiddhi or Green Tara, important in modern times? Why is Amoghasiddhi described as absolute success or infallible? What are his praises, practices, and mantras? Why is he associated with "Chi" or prana and wind in the body? We answer these questions, and more, in […] You are unauthorized to view this page ..read more

All beings are equally endowed with Buddha Nature. It is not something that saints and sages have in a greater measure, and ordinary people have less.In all places and times, in all cultures, for all people, this essential, perfect, true nature is exactly the same. Seeing this at once removes both self denigration, and any pride we may have. By Jason Espada   Although their sum is limitless, inconceivable really, a few of its attributes can be described: What we call Buddha Nature is the source of all positive qualities, up to and including enlightenment, which is freedom from sufferi ..read more

The Tibetan Windhorse is iconic of Lung or wind (Chi, Prana or breath). The Windhorse symbolically carries the prayers and wishes of practitioners to the Universe. The horse holds a special place in Buddhism, and profound significance In Tibet and Mongolia. The majestic creature of strength, grace and freedom is deeply rooted in cultural heritage and religious practice. The horse is more than just a physical entity — it embodies spiritual virtues and the timeless quest for enlightenment. By Beth Rush Of Body+Mind Magazine Buddha on his famous beloved horse Kanthaka with his attendant Chandra b ..read more