King of Prayers

Text and teachings on “The Extraordinary Aspirations of Samantabhadra,” also known as the King of Prayers.

Abbey statue of Samantabhadra.

The King of Prayers

An introduction to, and the full text of, this inspiring prayer that can fill our minds with optimism.

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Bronze statue of Kuan Yin appearing as Samantabhadra on an elephant.

Introduction to the seven-limb practice

Seven ways to purify the mind and to accumulate merit, the purpose and ways of making offerings, and how to overcome miserliness and stinginess.

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Bronze statue of Kuan Yin appearing as Samantabhadra on an elephant.

Extraordinary aspiration: The seven-limb practice

A powerful practice from the King of Prayers that can be done daily to purify and accumulate merit.

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The King of Prayers: Verses 1-28

Buddhist prayer illuminating the practices and views of bodhisattvas as they seek to alleviate the suffering of all sentient beings

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The King of Prayers: Verses 29-63

Prayer of aspiration summarizing the extraordinary activities of bodhisattvas.

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