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Chanted 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. 

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.

Prayers we do at the centre 

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

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Melodious Drum

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

The extensive sadhana, or ‘method of attainment’, for fulfilling our commitment to rely upon the Dharma Protector and to practise Lamrim, Lojong and Mahamudra, and for restoring any degenerate or broken commitments.

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Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

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Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Quick Path to Great Bliss

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

The self-generation practice of Vajrayogini.

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Tara Prayer Liberation From Sorrow

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

Prayers for developing a deep feeling of closeness with Buddha Tara, through which we can receive her blessings and protection.

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Offering to The Spiritual Guide

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

Offering to the Spiritual Guide, or Lama Chopa in Tibetan, is a special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa in conjunction with Highest Yoga Tantra.

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Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Mahayana Precepts

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

The practice of taking and keeping the eight Mahayana precepts is a special practice of moral discipline that is performed with bodhichitta.

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

Wishfulfilling Jewel

VKBC The Woods, 345 Jan Smuts Ave, Craighall Park, Randburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng

A special chanted prayer 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.

RSVP Now Free 15 spots left

HOW TO TAKE PART IN PRAYERS

Chanted prayers are special methods for purifying negativity, accumulating merit and receiving blessings. They help us to develop and maintain a positive mind and are a powerful preparation for meditation. Everyone is welcome to attend all chanted prayers at Vajrapani KBC, except those that require a Highest Yoga Tantra Empowerment; these are clearly marked above.  There is no need to book, and no fee.
 

MAKE A DONATION

You are very welcome to make a donation to the centre or purchase a light offering to place on the shrine.