Among followers of Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) is revered as an omnipresent deity or the second Buddha, and his teachings are considered sublime. Prayers to Guru Rinpoche are considered to be increasingly potent during these times of war and anxiety, and he is often invoked for protection and the overcoming of obstacles. The powerful prayers in the Guru Rinpoche puja include the Supplication to Dispel Obstacles on the Path and the Requesting Prayer to Guru Rinpoche.
Lama Zopa Rinpoche strongly advised Guru Rinpoche practice and dedicated efforts towards the goal of building as many large statues of Padmasambhava around the world as possible, in order to create the cause for peace for all beings.
This puja is powerful and evocative and employs resonant drums and musical ritual instruments.
“My father is wisdom and my mother is voidness.
– Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava)
My country is the country of Dharma.
I am of no caste and no creed.
I am sustained by perplexity;
and I am here to destroy lust, anger and sloth.”
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Guru Rinpoche Practice
Calling the Guru From Afar
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