Amulets, as used in Nichiren Shu, serve many purposes. There is no special powers attributed to the use of these amulets. They primarily are an expedient to use in the development of your personal faith and practice. Many people do find them beneficial and appreciate the availability of them. There is no requirement to use an amulet and there is no harm to come from not using one. This is strictly a matter of personal preference and the minister and temple are here to provide the assistance as you deem necessary. In all things, our faith and practice are what is most important and the realization that it is fundamental to develop our personal Buddha potential in order to create the life of the Buddha.
The following list is only a partial one and list some of the main ones that people request. On the back wall of the main hall is a board where you can see all the amulets available.
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Amulet Available |
Purpose |
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Daikoku |
Fortune |
Coin amulet in bag with special prayer for fortune |
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Fugen |
Element of fire |
Typically used in kitches |
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Kishimojin |
Protector of practitioners of the Lotus Sutra |
For special obstacles or other special prayers. This amulet is available as either a paper Ofuda to place
in ones altar or as a personal amulet to carry. |
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Traffic Safety |
Traffic safety |
Typically done in conjunction with a blessing of the car. This amulet is available in several different varieties. |
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Suijin |
Element of water |
Typically used in bathrooms or the water closet. |
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Health |
Health – overcoming or dealing with health issues |
Typically used to help one focus on overcoming the
limitations of ones health condition. |
A variety of services are available at the temple on a requested basis. This list is only a partial one and if you have something in mind please feel free to speak to the minister and discuss your needs with him.
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Blessing |
Description |
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House Blessing |
A blessing is done on one’s residence. A minister will come to your house
and perform a blessing on each room of your dwelling. For this you will need to make an appointment
with the minister. You will also
need to provide coarse rock salt, sake, uncooked white rice, and white paper
(one sheet for each room and hallway – not including closet spaces). During this ceremony special prayers
will be performed in each room with the windows and door opened. Special amulets will be provided for
each entrance and exit. |
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Memorial Services |
Memorial services can be performed for deceased relatives
if so desired. Please contact
the minister for more information.
If you would like advise on your personal performance of a memorial
service please contact the minister who can advise you on how best to
memorialize the individual based upon your unique circumstances. |
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Weddings |
Weddings can be performed either at the temple or at
another location. The wedding
ceremony will be performed for any couple without discrimination as to gender
or gender identity, though the ceremony may not be recognized by the state in
cases where the state has not granted legal status to certain types of
marriage. Please contact the minister for a booklet covering
weddings. |
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