Paritta Chanting (Thai voice)

Paritta Chanting (Thai Voice) - Your Personal Buddhist Chanting Companion

Paritta Chanting or Pirit Potha, often referred to as the Buddhist Bible

This application offers a unique experience for those who wish to immerse themselves in the spiritual practices of Buddhism. The term "Paritta" generally translates to "protection" or "safeguard," referring to the Buddhist practice of reciting specific verses and scriptures to ward off negative influences or dangerous conditions. By incorporating the Romanized text, this app makes it easier for users to chant along, regardless of their familiarity with the original language.

A Chanting Machine for Your Altar

You can use this app as a chanting machine for your altar. Simply play the music, place your mobile device on the altar, and let the soothing chants fill your space. This practice not only invokes blessings throughout the day but also creates a serene environment conducive to meditation and reflection. The practice of reciting or listening to the paritta suttas is widely embraced in Theravada countries such as Sri Lanka, Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, and many others in Southeast Asia.

Widely Used and Respected

Paritta discourses are highly revered and commonly used throughout the Theravada Buddhist world. In many Theravada countries, popular collections of paritta verses are among the most widely known Pali texts. The collection of Paritta Suttas, often called "The Book of Protection," holds a significant place in Buddhist homes and is treated with great respect.

What's Included?

This app includes the following suttas, each accompanied by audio chanting:

1. Worship to the Triple Gem
2. Homage to the Buddha
3. Preliminary Reverence Buddha
4. Vandana
5. Tisarana
6. Panca Sila
7. Salutation to the Triple Gem
8. Mangala Sutta
9. Maha Jayamangala Gatha
10. Universal Loving Kindness
11. Metta Bhavana
12. Pattidana

Enjoy chanting these powerful verses, and may they bring you peace, protection, and spiritual growth. Sadhu sadhu sadhu...