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Bodhisattvas
बोधिसत्त्व
Beings who delay their own final nirvana to help all sentient beings awaken
In Mahayana Buddhism, a Bodhisattva is a being who has attained the capacity for nirvana but vows to remain in the cycle of existence to help all sentient beings achieve liberation first. The Bodhisattva ideal — epitomised by the vow 'May I attain enlightenment for the benefit of all beings' — is the highest aspiration in Mahayana practice. Major Bodhisattvas include Avalokiteshvara (compassion), Manjushri (wisdom), Ksitigarbha (protecting those in hell realms), and Maitreya (the future Buddha).
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A 60-second practice
Say silently: 'May all beings be happy, may all beings be free from suffering.' Mean it as broadly as possible — every human, every animal. This is the start of the Bodhisattva path.
Best as a morning dedication before the day begins.
Keep this offering free
MyBrahman is free and ad-free for everyone. If it has given you something, dāna keeps the lamp lit.
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