Wat Taphong Nok Temple
Taphong nok temple
Baan Taphong Nok, Moo 13, Taphong Subdistrict, Mueang Rayong District, Rayong Province 21000
Benefits of Prayer:
Cultivation of Discipline, Concentration, and Patience:
Engaging in daily prayer requires both discipline and a considerable amount of patience. However, there are days when exhaustion from numerous tasks makes prayer seem less appealing. The desire to unwind, rest, or pursue other activities often takes precedence. Moreover, each prayer session may extend for at least 10 to 30 minutes or more. The act of sitting quietly and dedicating several minutes to prayer is an excellent exercise in patience, which we may overlook. During prayer, sustained concentration is necessary, alongside an ongoing effort to purify the mind. Thus, even a single recitation serves as a practice that simultaneously hones discipline, mindfulness, concentration, and patience.
Stress Relief and Mind Calming:
The gentle intonation during prayer generates vibrations that stimulate the brain to produce chemicals and neurotransmitters, effectively reducing stress. Enunciating chants can also enhance lung capacity while fostering rhythmic inhalations and exhalations. Chanting's vocal aspect can provide an outlet for emotional release. Additionally, prayer contributes to fortifying the mind, rendering it resilient and less prone to undue sensitivity toward external stimuli. While praying, the focus remains on the prayer's words, requiring vigilant mindfulness. Any disruptive thoughts warrant swift dismissal, redirecting attention back to the prayer.
Improved Sleep Quality:
Recognizing the significance of the pre-sleep hours, it's advised to abstain from mobile phone usage, physical exertion, heavy meals, and stress within 1-2 hours prior to bedtime. Chanting serves as a means to calm the mind, easing stress and promoting self-awareness. For instances of insomnia, dedicating a short time to prayer—around 15 minutes—can usher in drowsiness and restful sleep.
Enhanced Mindfulness and Self-Reflection:
Amid mental confusion, minor issues can escalate disproportionately. Chanting and meditation offer respite from the chaos, allowing focus on genuine needs. This practice facilitates understanding the root causes of problems, guiding step-by-step resolution. Stepping away from turmoil fosters a clearer perspective, revealing the true nature of the chaos.
Divine Protection:
This aspect hinges on personal belief and faith. Every prayer holds distinct significance. Some verses venerate the Buddha, others recall his teachings, and certain chapters invoke blessings from sacred entities. Prayers encompass various intentions, such as success in endeavors, prosperity, charisma, obstacle removal, and harmonious relationships. These intentions, when genuine, often manifest positively. Moreover, the merits accrued from prayer extend to invoking sacred protection, transforming adversity into fortune and goodness.
Prayer
Morning Prayer:
The morning prayer requires only a brief 3-5 minutes of chanting. It is accompanied by mantras that extend kindness to oneself and all beings. This prayer can be offered for everyone, regardless of gender or age, and it can be practiced daily. The more frequently one engages in this practice, the more beneficial it becomes. Consistent prayer enhances concentration and mindfulness throughout daily life, facilitating a smoother journey throughout the day. Before initiating the morning prayer, start by bowing to the monks three times. Remember the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, and then begin chanting in the following sequence: Worship of the Triple Gems: "Imina Sakkarena Putnam Aphipuchayami Imina Sakkarena Thammang Aphipu Chayami Imina Sakkarena Sangha Aphipujayami" Words of Worship: "Arahang sammasambuddho bhagava buddham bhagavantam apiwademi" (bow down) "Svakkhato bhagavata dhammo dhammannamassami" (bow down) "Supatipanno bhagavato savakasangho sanghamnamami" (bow down) Five Precepts: "Mayang Pante Wisung Wisung Rakkanatthaya Tisaranesaha Panchasilani Yajama Dutiyampi Mayangphante Wisung Wisung Rakkhanaththaya Tisaranesaha Panchasilani Yajama Tatiyampi mayangphante visung visung rakkhanaththaya tisaranenasaha Panchasilani Yajama" Lord Buddha's Worship: "Namo Tassa Bhakawato Arahato Sammasambuddhassa" (3 times) Three Hymns: "Phutthang Saranang Kacchami Thammang Saranan Gacchami Sanghang Saranang Kacchami Dutiyampi Phutthang Saranang Gacchami Dutiyampi Thamman Saranang Gacchami Dutiyampi Sangham Saranang Gacchami Tatiyampi Phutthang Saranang Gacchami Tatiyampi Thamman Saranang Gacchami Tatiyampi Sangham Saranang Gacchami" Five Precepts: "Panatipata Veramani Sikkhapadam Samadiyami Atinnathana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami Kamesumicchacara veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami Musavata veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami Suramerayamajcha pamathatthana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami" Request for Forgiveness from the Triple Gem: "Sappang aparathang khamatha me pante ukasa dvaratyena katang sappang aparatang khamatha me pante ukasa khamami pante" Itipiso Mantras: "Itipiso Bhagava Arahang Samma Sambuddho Vijjacarana Sampanno Sugato Lokavidu Anuttaro Purisadhammasarathi Sattha Devamanussana. d. Budtho Bhagavati Svakkhato Bhagavata Dhammo Sanditthiko Agaliko Ehipassiko Opanayiko Paccattam Veditappo Vinnuha Hiti Supatipanno bhagavato savakasangho Uchupatipanno bhagavato savakasangho yayapatipanno bhagavato Savakasangho Yatidam Cattari Purisayukani Atthapurisa Puggala Esa Bhagavato Savakasangho Ahuneyyo Pahuneyyo Thakkineyyo Anjalikaraniyo Anuttarang Punyakkhettang Lokassati" A Prayer of Compassion for Oneself: "Ahang Sukhitohomi Ahang Nitthukhohomi Ahang Averomomi Ahang Apyapatchohomi Ahang Ani Kho Homi Sukhi Attanang Pariharami" A Prayer of Compassion for All Beings: "Sabbe Satta All beings who are companions suffer, arise, grow old, get hurt, and depart. Avera hontu, may you be happy, let yourselves not have any regard for one another. Apyapatcha hontu, may you be happy, don't try to harm. with each other Ani kha hontu, may you be happy, be free from sorrow and sorrow. Sukhi attanam pariharantu May your body be happy and your mind free from suffering. All of this
Bed time pray
Commence the bedtime prayer ritual by paying respects to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha (3 times). Then proceed with the usual chanting. Worship: "Imina sakkarena tang putang apipuchayami Imina sakkarena tang tamman apipuchayami Imina Sakkarena Tang Sangham Aphipuchayami" Mantras for Worshiping the Triple Gems: "Arahang Sammasambuddho Phagava Buddhahang Phagavantam Apiwademi" (bow down) "Svakkhato bhagavata dhammo dhamman namassami" (bow down) "Supatipanno bhagavato savakasangho sangham namami" (bow down) Namo Praise to Lord Buddha: "Namo Tassa Bhakawato Arahato Sammasambuddhassa Namo Tassa Bhakawato Arahato Sammasambuddhassa Namo Tassa Bhakawato Arahato Sammasambuddhassa" Mantras, Chanting, Five Precepts: "Mayang Phante Wisung Wisung Rakkhanathaya Tisaranena Saha Pancha Silani Yajama Dutiyampi Mayangphante Wisung Wisung Rakkhanathaya Tisaranena Saha Pancha Silani Yajama Tatiyampi Mayangphante Wisung Wisung Rakkhanathaya Tisaranena Saha Pancha Silani Yajama" Prayer: "Phutthang Saranang Kacchami Thammang Saranan Kachachami Sanghang Saranang Kacchami Dutiyampi Phutthang Saranang Gacchami Dutiyampi Thamman Saranan Gacchami Dutiyampi Sangham Saranan Gacchami Tatiyampi Phutthang Saranan Gacchami Tatiyampi Dhammang Saranan Gacchami Tatiyampi Sangham Saranan Gacchami" Mantras, Chanting the Five Precepts: "Panatipata Veramani Sikkhapadam Samadiyami Adinnathana Veramani Sikkhapadam Samadiyami Kamesumicchacara veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami Musavada veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami Suramerayamajcha pamathatthana veramani sikkhapadam samadiyami" Mantras, Praying, Keeping the Five Precepts: "I wish to pray that from now on, I would like to keep the five precepts as purely as before." Prayer before Bedtime, Five Precepts: "Imani pancha sikkhapadani samadhiyami" (said 3 times) Prayer for Self-Mercy: Pay respect to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. "Ahang sukhito homi May I be happy Niddukho homi without suffering Avero homi, without hostility Abyapatjho homi, free from all obstacles and dangers Anigo homi, without pain and sorrow Sukhi attanam pariharami May your body be happy and protect yourself from all dangers." Mantras to Spread Compassion to All Beings: "Sabbe satta Beings who are companions of suffering born, old, sick, dead all together Avera hontu May you be happy Don't have any resentment towards each other. Apayapatcha hontu May you be happy and happy. do not harm one another Anika hontu May you be happy. Do not have sorrow and sorrow. Sukhi attanam pariharantu May your body be happy and your mind free from all suffering." Prayers, Charity, and Wishes: "May this merit accrue to my parents. May my parents be happy." "May this merit accrue to my relatives. May my relatives be happy." "May this merit be accomplished to my preceptor teacher. May my preceptor teacher be happy." "May this merit accrue to all the deities. May all the angels be happy." "May this merit accrue to all the ghosts. May all imps be happy." "May this merit be accrued to all the karma lords. I wish all the evil deeds to be happy." "May this merit accrue to all beings. May all beings be happy all around." It's crucial to note that this prayer is intended to be accessible for everyone in this modern age. It's suitable for all genders and ages, and it's no longer limited to the elderly. Prayer has evolved and diversified in various formats, becoming increasingly familiar to many. In contemporary times, prayer is becoming more integral to our lives, capturing the interest of children and young people. There's a growing fascination with prayer—be it the bedtime ritual, customary mantras, or even the recitation of profound scriptures and chants. For those who are new to prayer, it's important to realize that the benefits extend beyond conscious awareness. Achieving a tranquil mind is just one aspect, while the outcomes and rewards of prayer go far beyond what meets the eye.