June Dharma Assembly - Celebrating Bhaiṣajyarāja’s Birthday

OPEN TO PUBLIC: JUNE DHARMA SERVICE

A Time of Reverence, Reflection, and Renewal — Celebrating Bhaiṣajyarāja’s Birthday

Celebrating the birthday of the Medicine Buddha holds great significance in Buddhist tradition. The Medicine Buddha, also known as Bhaisajyaguru, is revered as the embodiment of healing and compassion. This auspicious occasion allows Buddhists to honor the Medicine Buddha's enlightened qualities and seek his blessings for physical and mental well-being.

The Medicine Buddha is believed to possess the power to alleviate suffering and provide healing on all levels. By commemorating his birth, practitioners express their gratitude and aspire to cultivate qualities such as compassion, wisdom, and skillful means to benefit others and themselves. His teachings emphasize the importance of compassion and loving-kindness. Celebrating his birthday inspires individuals to deepen their commitment to serving others, engaging in acts of kindness, and working towards the welfare of all beings.

This Dharma service provides an opportunity to strengthen the spiritual connection with the Medicine Buddha, seeking his guidance and blessings for the journey towards enlightenment.

During the celebration, meditative practices related to the Medicine Buddha are encouraged. These practices involve visualization, mantra recitation, and invoking the healing energy of the Medicine Buddha. Such practices help people connect with the healing qualities within themselves and develop a sustaining sense of inner peace.

By honoring the Medicine Buddha, we strive to bring about healing and well-being in the world, fostering a sense of unity and interconnectedness. May we remember the importance of healing, compassion, and cultivating a mind that benefits both ourselves and others.

Merit-Making Offering

Merit-making is important in one’s spiritual practice. Merit is the result of good actions or deeds. If you would like to offer to the Buddha through the power of the sangha during this month’s dharma assembly and ritual, please consider making a donation. Any amount would be appreciated. Your gift will be put to work immediately as part of the merit-making offering for this occasion.

Go to Donate page: www.jinyintemple.org/donate

Time & Date: June 17, Saturday, 10AM ET

愿以此功德，普及于一切。

May the merit of our practice spread everywhere to all.

我等与众生，皆共成佛道。

May I and sentient beings all attain Buddhahood.

十方三世一切佛，一切菩萨摩诃萨，

To all the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas of the Ten Directions and Three Times,

摩诃般若波罗蜜，能断一切波罗蜜!

and maha-prajnaparamita, The perfection that cuts through all illusions!