Looking for a Ngoc Son Temple prayer to prepare for your visit? Check out the prayer below for blessings of luck, prosperity, and peace in the new year.
The model prayer at the temple includes the Thanh Hoang prayer, the Cong Dong prayer, and the Tam Toa Thanh Mau prayer, which are applicable to all temples in Hanoi and Vietnam in general. Both the Ngoc Son Temple prayer and the Quan Thanh Temple prayer are not exceptions.
Experience of Visiting Ngoc Son Temple
1. Ngoc Son Temple - Spiritual Hub in Hanoi
Situated on Ngoc Island within Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple serves as both a spiritual and cultural emblem for the people of Vietnam, particularly in Hanoi, boasting remarkable and unique architecture.
Constructed in the 19th century, this temple was erected to quell malevolence. Ngoc Son Temple features a three-tier architecture symbolizing religious harmony, venerating the esteemed figures of Tran Hung Dao and Emperor Van Xuan. Moreover, the temple also venerates Quan Van Truong, La Dong Tan, and Buddha Amitabha. Studies suggest that Ngoc Son Temple is revered as a sacred site for scholars, with many students visiting here to make offerings before significant exams.
2. Ngoc Son Temple Prayer
The prayer rituals at Ngoc Son Temple also consist of 3 prayers, each corresponding to a different altar within the temple.
* Thanh Hoang Prayer
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times)
- I respectfully bow to the nine directions of the sky, the ten Buddhas, and the Buddhas of the ten directions.
- I respectfully bow to Hoang Thien Hau, the revered deity of the Earth.
- I humbly pay my respects to Kim Nien Duong, the celestial being overseeing longevity and virtue.
- I offer my sincere reverence to Ban Canh Thanh Hoang, the Great King.
As a descendant, I am ... ................................................................. Years old ... .................
Residing at ..............................................................
Today is the ... day of the ... month ... year ... (lunar calendar)
Reading the Thanh Hoang village ritual at the village communal house
Reading the Thanh Hoang village ritual at the village communal house
As a humble offering, I come to ... (Communal House or Temple or Shrine) with sincere devotion: His Majesty graciously decreed to establish the Heavenly Court in Vietnam, appointing the Ban Canh Thanh Hoang as the protector of one region, bestowing blessings upon the people. Now, we offer our sincere homage, dedicating offerings, flowers, and prayers...
We pray that His Majesty the Ban Canh Thanh Hoang, the Great King, bears witness, shows mercy, and protects and blesses us with abundant health, all goodness, much wealth, peace and prosperity, fulfillment of wishes, and attainment of aspirations. We offer our sincere homage, humbly seeking his protection. We earnestly implore!
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times)
* Cong Dong Ritual Prayer
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times, 3 bows)
- I respectfully bow to the nine directions of the sky, the ten Buddhas, and the Buddhas of the ten directions
- I humbly pay my respects to His Majesty the Jade Emperor
- I humbly pay my respects to the Three Holy Mothers
- I respectfully bow to the Four Guardians of the Cong Dong, the Four Guardians of the Myriad Spirits
- I respectfully bow to the Four Guardians of Khâm Sai
- I respectfully bow to Lady Thu Menh
- I respectfully bow to the Four Guardians of the Holy Emperor
- I respectfully bow to the Four Guardians of the Holy Maiden
- I respectfully bow to the Four Guardians of the Holy Youth
- I respectfully bow to the community of Lords, Officials, eighteen forest gates, and twelve ocean gates
- I respectfully bow to the Official Chau Gia
As humble devotees, we are: ........
Together in equality, men and women uphold virtue
Residing at: ....................
Today is the ... day of ... month ... year ...
As faithful believers, we come here ... With heartfelt reverence, we pray for divine protection and guidance for our family abundant health, longevity, prosperity, fortune, peace, and prosperity, all endeavors prosperous, encountering much luck.
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times, 3 bows)
* Ritual Prayer for the Three Holy Mothers
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times, 3 bows)
- I respectfully bow to the Supreme Emperor, the Divine Ruler, the Precious Jade Emperor in the Mysterious Palace on High.
- I respectfully bow to Hoang Thiên Hậu, the Honored Deity of the Earth.
- I humbly pay my respects to the Nine Skies and the Six Palaces Princess.
- I respectfully bow to the Divine Fairy Quynh Hoa, the Ever-Virtuous Princess, the Victorious Sovereign, and the Saintly Mother of Fragrant Fairies, adorned with the title of Chế Thắng Hoà Diệu Grand Prince, and bestowed the title of Tiên Hương Thánh Mẫu.
- I respectfully bow to the Second Deity, the Supreme Sovereign of the High Mountains, Princess Le Mai Dai Vuong.
- I respectfully bow to the Fourth Deity, the Sacred Mother of Khâm Sai, the Four Great Ministers, the Ten Palaces, the Twelve Fairies, the Twelve Saints, the Five Tiger Generals, and the Grand General of Azure Emperor and White Serpent.
Our offerings are: ...............
Located at: ................
Today is the ....... day of ...... month ...... year ......
I come to the Palace (Temple, Shrine) ......... with folded hands and bowed head, earnestly praying. With sincere heart and devoted mind, I offer my respects, praying for the benevolence of the deities to bless our community with abundant health, prosperity, happiness, and peace, and to grant us success and good fortune in all endeavors.
With heartfelt reverence, I humbly seek divine protection and guidance as I present my offerings and prayers.
Namo Amitabha Buddha! (3 times, 3 bows)
Besides preparing for the Ngoc Son Temple ritual, make sure to equip yourself with the necessary offerings, such as oil drops and ceremonial incense. After seeking blessings, focus on your studies for upcoming exams. If visiting a pagoda, ensure to prepare appropriate offerings and prayers.
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