Oct 21, 2014 then an array of mythical figures appear and pledge to serve or protect the drum, the light, the teachings, and the teachers, and places in which the sutra is taught. Benefits of the sutra of golden light institut vajra yogini. The complete sutra of golden light sugatagarbha translation. I myself can cause this and for this reason, i will recite the glorious sutra of golden light. Dec 19, 2007 the fpmt website contains a wealth of information about the sutra in addition to the downloadable text. One of the most amazing sutras that one can come across is the king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light. The golden light sutra became especially influential in japan, where one of its chapters on the universal sovereign sanskrit. Benefits of golden light sutra lama yeshe wisdom archive. The king of glorious sutras called exalted sublime golden light how can reading even one word of a sutra aloud have the power to confer such awesome benefits on sentient beings like us. Lama zopa rinpoche gave this commentary and partial oral transmission of the sutra of golden light at maitripa college, portland, oregon, usa, over two days, november 23, 2007. Reading the golden light sutra project guhyasamaja center. May 26, 2012 the king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light is a mahyana sutra one of the most important in the tradition. So the golden light sutra is very famous in mongolia, almost every family has. Just by hearing this text, ones karma gets purified.
They come from past inner negative thoughts and actions of people, and from external conditions. In the sutra of golden light, buddha shakyamuni lists the benefits of contact with this sublime sutra. Reading the golden light sutra project guhyasamaja. Golden light sutra recitation tushita meditation centre. Oral transmission of the golden light sutra mp3 download. The benefits from reciting, listening to, or even hearing the name of the sutra are immeasurable, from eliminating conflict, terrorism, torture and famine to achieving full enlightenment. Apr 03, 2015 the golden light sutra became one of the most important sutras in japan because of its fundamental message, which teaches that the four heavenly kings protect the ruler who governs his country in the proper manner. Chapter 14, golden light sutra continued the buddha blog. An audio recording in english of one of my favorite sutras. According to akhand sutra, kundalini can rise from muladhara chakra, the basicroot chakra to sahasrara chakra, the crown chakra in the head, through the external route of pranamayakosha, the sheath of vital breath called aura. Being a translation of the suvarnabhasottamasutra sacred books of the buddhists, xxvii. It proved to my mind that the golden light sutra has power.
Why recitation of the sutra of golden light brings peace. The benefits of reading this sutra are immeasurable reciting just a few lines of the sutra of golden light creates more merit than making immeasurable offerings to the buddha. On establishing the correct teaching for the peace of the. There are goddesses, there are demon kings, protectors, yakshas, nagas, all manner of beings said to inhabit the indian cosmology, and they all bow down to the golden light. It gives incredible protection to the country from violence etc. Rinpoche advised the student to recite the sutra of golden light as much as possible, while always making sure to read it for the benefit of all sentient beings. When you see that light again, look into it calmly, trying to get closer. Foundation for the preservation of the mahayana tradition. The first text, i didnt get to see other texts, but the first text he brought down was the golden light sutra, i think the middle version, i think. Download the golden light sutra from the fpmt website. On the advice of my lama, lama zopa rinpoche, i have recited the golden light sutra many times, and the effects have been incredible. Lama zopa rinpoche, urges us to recite the sutra of golden light for these reasons.
The sanghata is a text that talks about itself by nameand talks in great detail about what it will. Book secrets of secretes at least twice a day the best times are early in the morning, just before you get out of your bed. Rinpoche urges us to recite the golden light sutra every day. If anyone should vilify the correct teaching, then the ministers and four kinds of buddhists should reprimand him and bring him to order. The golden light is the hue of a beautiful morning sunrise in the when you breathe in, do it with this visualization. The golden light sutra became one of the most important sutras in japan because of its fundamental message, which teaches that the four heavenly kings protect the ruler who governs his country in the proper manner. Being a translation of the suvarnabhasottamasutra sacred books of the buddhists, xxvii on. It is extremely powerful and fulfills all ones wishes, as well as bringing peace and happiness for all sentient beings, up to enlightenment. Just by remembering the golden light sutra, the pain went away. Recitation and meditation on the golden light sutra at. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light from the fpmt website the sutra of golden light is a mahayana sutra with great power and benefit.
Buddhist text that is known to give all the greatest. Dharmakaya the complete buddha dharmadhatu the tathagata. May 09, 2010 in whichever country this is taught, the whole country benefits. This is a resource page with everything you need to begin to learn about and start reciting the sutra of golden light. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light, also known as the sutra of golden light, is a mahayana sutra with great power and benefit. The sutra is recited in english and usually takes about four hours, but you can also join for just a part of. Reading the sutra helps bring peace to the world, pr. Oral transmission of the golden light sutra mp3 downloadproduced by amitabha buddhist centre in singapore, oral transmission of the golden light sutra is a continuous audio recording of the complete tibetan language oral transmission of the golden.
In whichever country this is taught, the whole country benefits. Lama zopa rinpoche urges us to recite the sutra of golden light for these reasons. So i thought of the golden light sutra and how remembering it was supposed to stop the pain. The holy golden light sutra is the king of the sutras. Then the tathagata, the transcendent victor, spoke these verses as soon as he enters that monastery or dwelling where this sublime sutra is explained his negative deeds will fall away.
As part of the 15 days of miracles following losar, we will be having a group recitation of the golden light sutra in english at 1pm every day between march 2 16, 2014. Aug 07, 2015 an audio recording in english of one of my favorite sutras. When you read the golden light sutra you also read the mantra without attachment this practice is within the text. Sutra of golden light reading tushita meditation centre. Note that the first three audio files contain introductory teachings and the oral transmission commences in chapter four rinpoche advises recitation of the sutra of golden light every day. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden light is a mahyana sutra one of the most important in the tradition. In the sutra of golden light, buddha shakyamuni lists the benefits of. For those who are able to cross hundreds of leagues immured by pits. Even with hundreds of voices, in a thousand aeons, the buddhas virtues cannot be told. Golden light sutra recitations tara lanka study group. After reciting these incredible teachings of the buddha, many other people report distinct benefits in their lives, too sometimes they come quickly, sometimes slowly. She connects them to current academic theories while building effectively on previous scholarship, both in english and in.
A mahayana sutra 21 chapter version arya suvarnaprabhasottamasutrendrarajamahayanasutra on. The benefits of reading this sutra are described by lama zopa rinpoche. Support our project our ability to maintain and further expand our website totally depends on your support. For example, lama zopa regularly recommends sutra recitations to his student in his online advice book, such as the recitation of golden light sutra suvar. In this practice advice given to a new student, rinpoche explained the amazing benefits of reciting the arya sanghata sutra and the sutra of golden light. King of glorious sutras, the sublime golden light the golden light sutra or suvar. For a feature on the benefits of sutra recitation, see the great. Benefits of reading the sutra of sublime golden light. Golden light sutra buddhist philosophy indian religions scribd.
The king gives religious freedom and is always protected by the devas. November 3, 2007 lama zopa rinpoche, oral transmission, sutras, mantras and root texts lama yeshe wisdom archive excerpted from a commentary and oral transmission by lama zopa rinpoche of the golden light sutra given at maitripa institute in portland, oregon on the 2nd and 3rd of november 2007. Golden light sutra chapters 1 to 7 english spoken audio. The king of that country doesnt get attacked and disease is eliminated, everyone is happy and the country becomes harmonious. Rarity of the sanghata sutra at buddhism support forum. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime. At least twice a day the best times are early in the morning, just before you get out of your bed.
Sutras, mantras and root texts lama yeshe wisdom archive. Rarity of the sanghata sutra at buddhism support forum, topic. Join us in recitation as we read and do a brief mediation on the exalted golden light sutra. Chakravartin was used by the japanese emperors to legitimise their rule, and it provided a model for a wellrun state. Preamble part 2 span of the tathagatas life part 3 seeing the dream part 4 confession part 5 the source of lotuses part 6 emptiness part 7 the four great kings part 8 sarasvati. If you find our material useful, please consider making a single or monthly donation. A complete buddhist sutra compilation in english is offered by buddhist here where you may download pdf files of the complete collection from a z. Golden light meditation morning is a sacred hour to meditate. Why recitation of the sutra of golden light brings peace and. Oral transmission of the golden light sutra mp3 download produced by amitabha buddhist centre in singapore, oral transmission of the golden light sutra is a continuous audio recording of the complete tibetan language oral transmission of the golden.
Reading the sutra helps bring peace to the world, promotes healing, gives great protection, and most importantly, plants the seed of enlightenment. Receive the oral transmission of the sutra of golden light from lama zopa rinpoche. The king of glorious sutras called the exalted sublime golden. Sutra of golden light, 21 chapter english letter version a4 version ebook. To mahayana buddhists, there are three principal paths, expressed wonderfully in the king of all sutras the sutra of golden light. For a feature on the benefits of sutra recitation, see the great vehicle mahayana travels is like a massive bus, carrying all sentient beings to ultimate enlightenment not just a small bicycle for you alone. Rinpoche advises recitation of the sutra of golden light every day. It is considered a remedy by many teachers, who prescribe the recitation of sutras for various situations. Reciting this sutra directs ones life towards enlightenment. Sutra of golden light reading february 16 march 2, 2018 as part of the 15 days of miracles following losar, we will be having a group recitation of the golden light sutra in english at 1pm every day between february 16 march 2, 2018. The exalted sublime golden light sutra by buddha shakyamuni.
This year, the sutra of golden light will be recited at various places around the world. Golden light sutra in new york city audio lama yeshe wisdom. The sutra of golden light is a mahayana sutra with great power and benefit. Benefits of the sutra of golden light lama zopa rinpoche urges us to recite the sutra of golden light every day. The fpmt website contains a wealth of information about the sutra in addition to the downloadable text. Why didnt i get any power after rising my kundalini from. There may be other benefits as well click here to download the pdf of the golden light sutra. I worship the buddhas, who are like oceans of virtues, mountains gleaming with the colour of gold, like sumeru, the king of mountains. Renunciation, bodhichitta loving kindness and the wisdom of emptiness. At the beginning of the sutra of golden light, buddha shakyamuni, the tathagata, the arhat, the. The dominant theme of many mahayana sutras the great vehicle teachings is benefiting others. This inner light can be seen in various colors, and gold is an important one. The golden light sutra became one of the most important sutras in japan because of its fundamental message, which teaches that the four heavenly kings chinese.
This version is the much anticipated translation by losang dawa, done at the. One among a large number of meditations for this sacred hour, osho explains the technique and the benefits of golden light meditation. Here you can download translations of the text, receive the oral transmission of the sutra, and learn about the benefits of reciting. Sango begins by situating the sutra of the golden light which extolled the benefits for the state in patronizing buddhism, and the misaie an annual lecture based on the golden light sutra into their historical contexts. The golden light is a result of energy rising from the base of the spine upwards. Homage to all past, future and present buddhas, bodhisattvas, pratyekabuddhas and shravakas. Reading the sutra helps bring peace to the world, promotes he. Download link below for pdf of the sutra, and the full chapter 24 on healing below. Those who hear this sutra, those who cause others to. It is extremely powerful and fulfills all ones wishes, as well as bringing peace and happiness for all sentient.
For a feature on the benefits of sutra recitation, see. Rinpoche also advised how to establish a bodhicitta motivation for the recitation of these two sutras, and explained other daily practices. He thought of the golden light sutra and almost immediately, the pain subsided. Daily recitations of the sutra of golden light institut vajra yogini. Then an array of mythical figures appear and pledge to serve or protect the drum, the light, the teachings, and the teachers, and places in which the sutra is taught. Why reciting buddhist sutras out loud is important. Like other sutras, the sanghata records a discourse given by the buddha, but unlike other sutras, the buddha tells us he himself had heard the sanghata from a previous buddha. Exalted sublime golden light sutra the huntington archive. This version is the much anticipated translation by losang dawa, done at the direct request of lama zopa rinpoche. Many families have this text, and then i dont know who, i dont know who introduced to mongolia, either the. Even all the material possessions, all the human wealth, especially all the wealth of the deva realms asuras and suras can not compare to the value of this mantra.
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