Prayers
Prayers are special methods for generating positive states of mind and can be used as a basis for successful meditation on any of the stages of the path to enlightenment. Tharpa Publications provides a wide range of Buddhist prayers in printed, ebook and audio format.
Buddhist prayers are often referred to as 'sadhanas', which means 'ritual prayers for spiritual attainments'. A sadhana is practised by reciting the verses and deeply contemplating their meaning. Through regular practise a sadhana acts as a method for attaining realizations that enable us to progress along our spiritual path.
Buddhist prayers are often referred to as 'sadhanas', which means 'ritual prayers for spiritual attainments'. A sadhana is practised by reciting the verses and deeply contemplating their meaning. Through regular practise a sadhana acts as a method for attaining realizations that enable us to progress along our spiritual path.
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Songs of the Heroines - AudioAn audio recording of the self-generation practice of Vajrayogini in conjunction with six-session yoga, an essential daily practice for those who have received a Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment. Learn More -
Songs of the Vajra Father - AudioAn audio recording of the extensive self-generation meditation practice of the body mandala of Heruka, the Buddha of compassion in Highest Yoga Tantra. Learn More -
Statue Filling Instructions - Booklet & CDGeneral guidelines on how to fill both large and small statues and stupas according to the Kadampa tradition. The booklet also includes a CD with master copies of mantra sheets as well as videos showing how to roll mantras and how to fill large statues. Learn More -
Teaching Skills - BookletThis booklet gives beautiful and practical guidance for all those aspiring to benefit others by entering and completing the spiritual path. Learn More -
The Blissful Path - AudioThe condensed ritual prayer for spiritual attainment that contains the essence of the self-generation practice of Vajrayogini – the female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas.
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The Great Mother - AudioAn audio recording of a special method for overcoming problems and difficulties, as well as obstacles to our spiritual practice, by reciting and contemplating the Essence of Wisdom Sutra (the Heart Sutra).
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The Hundreds of Deities of the Joyful Land According to Highest Yoga Tantra - AudioComposed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, and extracted from the Ganden Emanation Scripture, this sadhana, or ritual prayer for spiritual attainments, is a perfect preparation for Mahamudra meditation. Through engaging in this practice of Guru yoga – a special way of relying upon our Spiritual Guide – we can quickly receive the blessings of all the Buddhas. Learn More -
The Hundreds of Deities of the Joyful Land According to Highest Yoga Tantra - BookletComposed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, and extracted from the Ganden Emanation Scripture, this sadhana, or ritual prayer for spiritual attainments, is a perfect preparation for Mahamudra meditation. Through engaging in this practice of Guru yoga – a special way of relying upon our Spiritual Guide – we can quickly receive the blessings of all the Buddhas. Learn More -
The New Essence of Vajrayana - AudioThe special middling length self-generation sadhana, or ritual prayer for spiritual attainments, that distils the very essence of the body mandala practice of Heruka, the manifestation of the compassion of all Buddhas. This sadhana was composed by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche based on instructions from previous great scholars and lineage Gurus. Learn More -
The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability - AudioAn audio recording of the sadhana or ritual prayer for the attainment of the Pure Land of Keajra through which we can attain the Pure Land of Keajra within this life. Learn More -
The Yoga of Buddha Amitayus - AUDIOAn audio recording of prayers and guided meditation focusing on Amitayus, the Buddha of Long Life, Wisdom and Merit. Learn More -
The Yoga of Buddha Heruka - AudioAn audio recording of a special practice of Heruka body mandala and Vajrayogini in conjunction with the Guru yoga of Guru Sumati Buddha Heruka. Learn More -
The Yoga of Buddha Maitreya - AudioAn audio recording of a special practice for becoming close to Maitreya, the Buddha of Loving-kindness. Learn More -
The Yoga of Buddha Vajrapani - AUDIO (Remastered 2020)NEW: Remastered audio download. Also now available in ePub and Kindle ebooklet formats.
An audio recording of The Yoga of Buddha Vajrapani, the self-generation sadhana – ritual prayers for spiritual attainments – practice of Buddha Vajrapani.
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The Yoga of Great Mother Prajnaparamita - AudioAn audio recording of the special method for attaining the perfection of wisdom through becoming close to Great Mother Prajnaparamita. Learn More -
The Yoga of Thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara - AudioAn audio recording of the meditation practice that focuses on the Thousand-armed aspect of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion. Learn More -
The Yoga of White Tara, Buddha of Long Life - AudioA short meditation practice focusing on White Tara, a female enlightened being whose function is to bestow long life, wisdom and good fortune. Learn More -
Treasury of Wisdom - AudioAn audio recording of the sadhana, or ritual prayer for spiritual attainments, of Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom.
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Wishfulfilling Jewel - BookletA special practice for developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength by relying upon the Wisdom Buddha Je Tsongkhapa, and for overcoming obstacles and difficulties on the spiritual path by relying upon his Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Learn More