The five meditating Buddhas
In Tibetan Buddhism, there is the practice of the five meditation Buddhas, also known as the "Five Dhyani Buddhas" or "Five Buddha Families". These five Buddhas represent various aspects of the enlightened mind and are used in meditation and worship to overcome obstacles, develop wisdom, and promote spiritual growth.
The five meditation Buddhas are:
Vairochana (Tibetan: noun): The Buddha of the central paradise, who embodies wisdom and purity. He represents enlightened oneness consciousness and spiritual teacher. Vairochana is associated with the color white, which symbolizes purity, clarity and enlightenment. Dharmachakra Mudra (spinning the wheel of dharma gesture).
Akshobhya (Tibetan: Mitupa): The Buddha of the Eastern Paradise, symbolizing equality and self-discipline. Akshobhya is associated with the colour blue. Bhumisparsha Mudra (touching the earth) Ego-dissolving, fitting into the grand order of life.
Amitabha (Tibetan: Opame): The Buddha of the Western Paradise, symbolizing love and compassion. In Tibetan Buddhism he is associated with the color red. He is often depicted as the Golden Buddha. The color red indicates his all-round love and the color gold indicates his inner happiness and living in the light. Dhyana Mudra (Gestures of meditation).
Amoghasiddhi (Tibetan: Mikyö Dorje): The Buddha of the northern paradise, representing completion and success. He has the color green. Abhaya Mudra (Blessing Hand).
Ratnasambhava (Tibetan: Rinchen Jungney): The Buddha of the southern paradise, who embodies giving, abundance and generosity. He is the color yellow, for inner happiness. Varada Mudra (acture of generosity and giving, two hands open forward).
Here is a meditation on the five meditation Buddhas of Tibetan Buddhism for strength, peace, love. Happiness and blessings to receive:
Put yourself in an upright position. Gently close your eyes and take a deep breath in and out to center yourself.
Imagine the white buddha vairochana manifesting himself before you. He lives in the oneness of the cosmos and in its illumination energy. He's the white haired master. Feel His presence around you and open your heart to receive His wisdom. What is your path of truth, wisdom and righteousness today? What feels right to you. Pray to the enlightened masters: “Om all enlightened masters. On inner wisdom. I ask for guidance and help on my way."
Continue with Akshobhya in blue. One hand points to the Earth in meditation. He embodies modesty, humility, contentment and poise. Also, reach out to the earth, connect with the earth (nature, the cosmos) and think, "I accept things as they are." I let go of my desires. I'm flowing freely with life. “
The Buddha Amitabha is red and sometimes gold in Tibetan Buddhism. His hands in lap meditating posture. He goes his way with strength and self-discipline and creates happiness in himself through meditation. He lives in the light, has the light in him and gives light to all people who meditate on him. Visualize light within, circle with the light within, think the mantra "light" and fill yourself with light. Heal all the sick areas in you with light. Keep thinking the mantra "light" and let the light circulate around you and throughout the cosmos. Fill the whole cosmos with light until you become one with the cosmos.
Green Buddha Amoghasiddhi has a blessing hand. He is the Buddha of love Move blessing hands and send light to your friends. Think the mantra: "May all beings be happy. May there be a happy world. “
The Buddha Ratnasambhava in a yellow aura of light with the gesture of giving lives in abundance. He has the illumination in himself and passes it on to his fellow men. He transmits his energy of illumination to you Visualize yourself as enlightened and feel the qualities of calmness, love and happiness within you. Chant the mantra "Om Enlightenment" until you attain peace within.
Meditation: Stop all thoughts. Take it easy. Linger in meditation for as long as you like. Feel the qualities of the five Buddhas within you. Peace, strength, love, happiness and unity. Feeling relaxed and good.
Conclusion: Move your hands and feet and slowly come back.