Buddhist Texts

The below pages offer a selection of texts, mantras, prayers, practices and sutras. If you don't see what you are looking for, please contact us.

Lam-Rim

The lam-rim, or "graduated path," is a presentation of Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings in a form suitable for the step-by-step training of a student. More....

Mantras

Mantras, meaning “mind protection” are Sanskrit syllables, usually recited in conjunction with the practice of a particular meditational deity, and embody the qualities of the deity with which they are associated. More....

Prayers & Practices

Lama Zopa Rinpoche has given extensive advice about the benefits of particular prayers and practices, or how to engage with them to eliminate or reduce potential or ongoing obstacles. A collection of commonly used prayers and practices can be found here.

Sutras

Sutras are records of teachings given by the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni. The Buddha's discourses were memorized by his disciples and later written down in various languages, the most complete collections of teachings being in Pali and Sanskrit. More....