In early 2022, Lama Zopa Rinpoche advised us to make the extensive Medicine Buddha puja regularly on auspicious days. He saw this practice as a way to bless the country while it is undergoing such a very difficult period.
We have been holding them regularly since May 2022 and this is a partial report. They are 3 hour pujas we are currently conducting in English. As soon as we can do, our plan is to incorporate Sinhala where possible. Following each puja, the sponsor and those attending have reported gaining enormous benefits, and in turn, that has built confidence in the practice.
It is becoming more widely known that Medicine Buddha practice has its roots in ancient Sri Lankan culture and its mantras and influences run through the ayurvedic medical system.
Next Auspicious Day for Medicine Buddha Puja
- July 26th, Wednesday
Would You Like to Sponsor a Puja?
We will perform the Puja for you according to your request. Please get in touch and tell us the auspicious date you would like so we can make arrangements for you:
Please include your dedication for the puja and the names of those for whom you are requesting the puja.
27 November 2023
At Gambirisgaswewa, Kuadpalugollawa, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Mrs. Tennakoon, Duminda Weeraratne and Malintha Perera for all beings in the ten directions.
9 November 2023
At Gambirisgaswewa, Kuadpalugollawa, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Duminda Weeraratne and Malintha Perera for her mother’s (Mrs bK K M Perera) one year memorial.
28 October 2023
Embuldeniya
Extensive Medicine Buddha Puja 28 Oct 2023 Solar Eclipse/Full Moon Poya Day
Sponsored by Mrs. Priyadarshani and her sons on the 3 months memorial of Mr. Kamal Perera.
31 Aug 2023
Hokandara
Sponsored by Mrs. Priyadarshani and her sons on the 7 day death anniversary of Mr. Kamal Perera.
Also sponsored by Mrs. Indrika on the death anniversary of her mother Mrs. Welikala. Also sponsored by Mrs. Aruni Wirasingha and many Tara Lanka members.
Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo
21 July 2023
Sponsored by many individuals in dedication to the good health of Podi Hamuduruwo of the Gangaramaya temple. The event was attended by Tara Lanka Members and their friends and families and also some lay supporters of the temple. The puja was led by Venerable Lekdron.
26th June 2023
Hokandara
Sponsored by Dr. Sunil, Aruni, Dila, Asanka, Dilini, Indrika and many individuals in dedication to their families and friends and all beings in the ten directions in the three times. The puja was conducted in Sinhala for the first time. Many thanks for Professor Giunathilake for translating to Sinhala.
4th June 2023
Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Tharaka Surasinghe of Om Shambala Ashram in dedication to their families and all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
22nd May 2023
Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Tharaka Surasinghe of Om Shambala Ashram and Dilini in dedication to their families and all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
23rd April 2023
Hokandara
Sponsored by Mrs. Indrika Gnanasekara and Athula Welikala and family for their speedy recovery from illnesses. Especially dedicated to the swift return of Lama Zopa Rinpoche.
11th February 2023
Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura
Specially dedicated to those affected by the earthquake in Turkey and all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
29th January 2023
Samagi Meditation Centre, Hokandara
Sponsored by many individuals in dedication to their families and friends and all beings in the ten directions in the three times. The event was attended by Tara Lanka Members and their friends and families.
15th November 2022 (Lord Buddha’s Descent from God Realm), Palugollawa, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by the Perera family and dedicated to their mother Mrs. Kanthi Perera who passed away on 11th Oct . Also to bless the country and all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
10th Sept 2022, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Mrs. Madara Welikala
Special Dedications:
– For the good health of Mr. Athula Welikala, Mrs. Kanthi Perera, Mr. Vindana Sirimanne and Mrs. Amara Sarojani, May they heal and be free from suffering and sickness.
– May all beings in the ten directions in the three times be well !
4th Sept 2022, Hokandara, Colombo
Sponsored by Mrs. M. Perera
Special Dedications:
– For the good health of Mrs. Kanthi Perera, Mr. Vindana Sirimanne and Mrs. Amara Sarojani, May they heal and be free from suffering and sickness.
– May all beings in the ten directions in the three times be well
19th August 2022, Kudapalugollawa, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Mr Duminda Weeraratne
Dedicated to bless the country and all beings in the ten directions and in the three times.
12th August 2022, Perimiyankulama, Anuradhapura
Sponsored by Mr Duminda Weeraratne
Dedicated to bless the country and all beings in the ten directions and in the three times.
14th June 2022, Pannipitiya, Colombo
Sponsored by Mr Hasitha Perera
Dedicated to clear away family obstacles and to bless the country and all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
19th May 2022 in Gambirisgaswewa, Anuradhapura
(Heavy rains and cyclones prompted the puja to be done suddenly)
Sponsored by Mrs. Malintha Perera with the aim to clear away obstacles and to bless the country to be able to face its financial and political crises. Also to bless all beings in the ten directions in the three times.
16th May 2022 in Hokandara, Colombo
Sponsored by Mrs Kanthi Perera and dedicated to bless the country and relieve her illness along with the aim of blessing all beings in the ten directions and in the three times.
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