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Chapter two of ''The Way of the Bodhisattva'' is basically divided into these two sections, although chapter three is also concerned with practices related to merit. | Chapter two of ''The Way of the Bodhisattva'' is basically divided into these two sections, although chapter three is also concerned with practices related to merit. | ||
In the ''Bodhicaryāvatāra'' the practice of accumulating merit is explained through the classical seven-limb prayer | In the ''Bodhicaryāvatāra'' the practice of accumulating merit is explained through the classical seven-limb prayer. This is a form of supreme worship (Skt. ''annutara puja'') which is a series of religious activities which include branches such as rejoicing in the merit of others and dedication of our own merit. It provides us with a complete form of daily religious practice. | ||
Chapters two and three basically cover the branches of practice of this seven-limb prayer, with this second chapter containing the first three branches of the practice-prostration or paying homage, making offerings, and the confession of negativity. | Chapters two and three basically cover the branches of practice of this seven-limb prayer, with this second chapter containing the first three branches of the practice-prostration or paying homage, making offerings, and the confession of negativity. | ||
