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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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 New Essence of Vajrayana - BookletThe 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 Root Tantra of Heruka and VajrayoginiA translation by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso of the hidden meaning of the first and last chapters of one of the most important Tantras. 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 Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability - BookletThe 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 Heruka - BookletA special practice of Heruka body mandala and Vajrayogini in conjunction with the Guru yoga of Guru Sumati Buddha Heruka, which includes the condensed six-session yoga, an essential practice for those who have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments. 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 Maitreya Sadhana - BookletA 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 Enlightened Mother Arya Tara - BookletA short practice that contains the essence of the self-generation meditations of Arya Tara, the female enlightened being embodying the compassion and wisdom of all the Buddhas. Learn More -
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 Great Mother Prajnaparamita - BookletA 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 Thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara - BookletThe meditation practice focusing 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 -
The Yogas of Sleeping and RisingA reminder of how to practise the Yogas of Sleeping and Rising as explained in the book, Modern Buddhism.
Available as an audio MP3 download and durable 400gsm art card. Learn More -
Treasury of Wisdom - AUDIO CDAn audio recording of the sadhana, or ritual prayer for spiritual attainments, of Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom. 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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Treasury of Wisdom - BookletThe meditation practice of Manjushri, the embodiment of the wisdom of all the Buddhas. Learn More -
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
