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Averting Obstacles

Averting Obstacles

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A series of apotropaic practices and rites for averting obstacles and dispelling negativity:

Dhāraṇī

from the Words of the Buddha
As its name suggests, this brief incantation (dhāraṇī) is intended to liberate the one who recites or uses it as a cakra from all physical, vocal and mental constraints, including those caused by evil schemes, maleficence, spells and curses. Although the incantation is attributed to Buddha Śākyamuni, it is not included in any extant Kangyur collection but is preserved in various dhāraṇī compendia (gzungs 'dus).
Dhāraṇī 8 Feb 2023

General

by Tertön Sogyal
This liturgy for the expulsion of obstacles (bzlog pa) takes the ultimate perspective, according to which all forms of negativity are dispelled within the basic space of the dharmadhātu.
9 Jul 2021

Guru Padmasambhava

by Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo
A prayer to the Precious Guru of Oḍḍiyāna as the embodiment of all sources of refuge (skyabs gnas kun 'dus) in order to avert all forms of obstacle and hindrance, on the outer, inner and innermost (or 'secret') levels.
Guru Rinpoche Prayers Guru Padmasambhava 31 May 2013

Hayagrīva

by Jigme Lingpa
This short practice of Hayagrīva, which is included among the core texts of the Longchen Nyingtik collection, is intended to pacify gyalpo spirits and harmful influences (dön).
Hayagrīva Sādhanas Longchen Nyingtik Restricted 2 Oct 2023

Heart Sūtra

from the Words of the Buddha
This edition of the famous Heart Sūtra, complete with additional material, including a section for averting obstacles, is arranged for recitation.
Prajñāpāramitā Emptiness Nyingma Mönlam 8 Jan 2019

Other

from the Words of the Buddha
This dhāraṇī, which is part of the larger corpus of texts on astrology (nag rtsis) taught by Mañjuśrī in China, begins with an invocation of the buddhas and bodhisattvas and then features a long series of requests to prevent inauspicious astrological combinations that might result in periodic obstacles. The text is part of the Compendium of Dhāraṇīs (gzungs bsdus).
Astrology Dhāraṇī 18 Mar 2022
by Chatral Rinpoche
This is a prayer for the modern age, or kaliyuga, calling upon Buddha Śākyamuni, Guru Padmasambhava and all enlightened deities, gurus and protectors, in order to transform the minds of those in positions of power, so that terrible weapons of war may be eradicated, and the threats they pose to Dharma and living beings removed, allowing peace to reign throughout the world.
Aspiration Prayers Nyingma Mönlam 18 May 2015
by Mipham Rinpoche
A summary of the fuller dhāraṇī which was spoken by Mañjuśrī and is included within the Compendium of Dhāraṇīs (gzungs bsdus), this is a practice for averting obstacles linked to particular moments in time.
Astrology 27 May 2017

Repelling Invasion

by Dodrupchen Jigme Tenpe Nyima
This prayer of invocation, which was written by the Third Dodrupchen Rinpoche during a period of political unrest, calls upon Guru Padmasambhava to protect Tibetans from aggressors and the ravages of war. More recently, it was redistributed at the behest of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, who recognized its continued relevance amid the turmoil of the twentieth century.
Guru Rinpoche Prayers Guru Padmasambhava Nyingma Mönlam 16 May 2015
by Jamyang Khyentse Chökyi Lodrö
Composed on the very first day of the Tibetan year of the Water Dragon (26 February 1952), this short prayer invokes the power and truth of the Three Jewels and Three Roots, especially Dorje Drakpo Tsal, in order to overcome invading armies.
Aspiration Prayers 16 Sep 2020

Siṃhamukhā

by Dudjom Rinpoche
This daily 'hand-clapping' (thal rdeb) practice of the lion-faced ḍākinī Siṃhamukhā/Siṃhavaktrā (seng gdong ma) is particularly associated with the elimination of adversity, threats and dangers.
Siṃhamukhā Sādhanas Nyingma Mönlam Restricted 14 Nov 2014
by Eighth Karmapa
A short practice of the lion-faced ḍākinī, Siṃhamukhā (seng gdong ma), who is associated with the elimination of adversity, threats and danger.
Siṃhamukhā 2 May 2023

Sitātapatrā

by Lhodrak Namkha Gyaltsen
A short practice requesting Sitātapatrā (gdugs dkar) to come to the aid of practitioners and avert or repel (zlog pa) all forms of obstacle and misfortune.
Sitātapatrā Compendium of Sādhanas 13 May 2015

Takhyung Barwa

by Dola Jigme Kalzang
A short averting ritual (dokpa) for the practice of Blazing Wrathful Guru, Hayagrīva and Garuḍa (Lama Drakpo Takhyung Barwa) from the Longchen Nyingtik cycle.
Takhyung Barwa 26 Oct 2022

Vajrakīlaya

by Fifth Dalai Lama
This four-line apotropaic prayer is addressed to the deities of the Vajrakīlaya maṇḍala, requesting that they avert all forms of obstacle and harm.
Vajrakīlaya 13 May 2015

Related Topics

Siṃhamukhā Sitātapatrā Turning Back the Summons Vajrakīlaya Vajraṇakhī

Siṃhamukhā, the lion-faced ḍākinī

Further information:

BDRC T1AT269 (zlog pa)

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