Avalokiteshvara Buddhist Center in Denver ~ Meditation and Buddhism in Colorado

Puja Descriptions

Wishfulfilling Jewel*

Prayers to uplift and strengthen the mind

Heart Jewel

Condensed prayers to uplift and strengthen the mind

Avalokiteshvara Puja

Prayers to increase compassion and world peace (Sundays)

Lama Chopa (Offering to the Spiritual Guide)*

Prayers for spiritual guidance and inspiration

Medicine Buddha

Prayers for healing our body and mind (learn about Medicine Buddha)

Tara Puja

Prayers for protection and swift compassion (learn about Tara)

Kangso (Melodius Drum)*

Prayers for spiritual protection

Purification Practice (3 Superior Heaps)

Prayers and prostrations to purify negative karma.

Powa

Prayers for the deceased

The Mahayana Precepts

Vows to practice pure moral discipline for 24 hours

*For Tsog Pujas it is traditional to bring a beautiful offering of food or flowers.