Description
In the Buddhist tradition, there are countless Buddhist deities - embodiments of enlightened wisdom - who also represent different aspects of the enlightened mind. These Buddhas can act as a sacred map for the reader, leading us towards experiencing the healing, compassion and hope they can bring into our daily lives. The nine chapters in this text include the Historical Buddha, Shakyamuni; the Five Dhyani Buddhas; the Purification Buddha; the Healing Buddhas; the Compassionate Buddhas; the Longevity Buddhas; the Mother Goddess; the Wealth Buddhas; and the Buddha of the Future. Each Buddha is illustrated and throughout are hundreds of prayers, commentaries by both Lama Zopa Rinpoche and Lillian Too and meditations for each, along with holy mantras - simple yet powerful practices that require only good intent, the voice, mind and body. Also included are instructions on making tsa tsas, or miniature buddhas, mandala offerings, prayer flags and altars.