Buddhist Pujas & Ceremonies
Choe Khor Sum Ling Centre
We host Buddhist pujas and ceremonies at our center and online, open to everyone for group rituals, chanting, and special events led by experienced teachers.
Pricing Guide
Guided Group Puja Session
Venue & Comfort
- Hall Access: Entry to the Domlur meditation hall equipped with AC and fans for the 60 to 90 minute session.
- Seating: Options provided include traditional zafus (cushions) or chairs for back support.
- Hybrid Access: Includes Zoom link provision for remote joining if physical presence is not possible.
Ritual Support
- Prayer Aids: Loan of printed Sadhana books or digital PDFs with English and Tibetan phonetics.
- Led Session: Chanting and visualization guided by a resident Geshe (Monk) or senior student.
Post Session
- Prasad: Receipt of blessed food offerings like fruit or cookies.
- Hospitality: Simple tea, coffee, and biscuits served for community socializing after the puja.
Altar Light & Flower Offerings
Light Offerings
- Butter Lamps: Lighting of 1 to 5 traditional brass lamps filled with vegetable oil or ghee.
- Symbolism: Represents the dispelling of ignorance in the Buddhist tradition.
Floral Tributes
- Fresh Flowers: Staff procurement of fresh vase arrangements or loose petals.
- Garlands: Heavy fresh flower garlands placed on the Shakyamuni Buddha statue or Teacher's throne (High range).
Dedication Service
- Setup: Procurement and aesthetic arrangement by the Altar Master before the puja.
- Name Reading: Sponsor's name read aloud during dedication prayers to direct merit toward specific intentions.
Complete Tsok Feast Sponsorship
The Feast (Tsok)
- Ritual Food: Bulk purchase of high quality fruits, nuts, cookies, and juices offered to the Deities.
- Tormas: Preparation of specific ritual cakes required for Tantric pujas like Tara or Guru Puja.
- Distribution: Food is blessed and shared with all attendees as Ganachakra at the end of the ceremony.
Community Hospitality
- Refreshments: Covers costs for tea, coffee, and snacks for the entire gathering of monks and laypeople.
- Overheads: Includes kitchen logistics and cleaning services for the event.
Sponsor Recognition
- Primary Patron: Acknowledgment as the main sponsor of the event.
- Dedicated Prayers: Specific recitations for long life or obstacle removal for the sponsor's family.
About Buddhist Pujas & Ceremonies
We come together as a community for Buddhist pujas and ceremonies that bring us closer to the teachings and each other. It’s not just for Buddhists - anyone curious or seeking peace is welcome here, no matter your experience.
What Happens Here
- We host all kinds of pujas, often led by our resident teachers, visiting Geshes, or senior students.
- Deity pujas include the Medicine Buddha healing ritual, Tara protection prayer, and Shakyamuni Buddha puja.
- Group practices like the Tsok offering feast or Lama Choepa devotion practice help us cultivate merit and gratitude.
- We also recite sutras and mantras, filling our space with positive energy.
Special Days
- We go all out for days like Saka Dawa, Losar (Tibetan New Year), Chökhor Düchen, and Lhabab Duchen - these days are supercharged for spiritual practice.
- Expect more ceremonies, shared meals, and a real family vibe.
Joining Us
- You can join at our Domlur center in Bangalore or online from anywhere.
- Bring fresh flowers, fruits, or incense if you like, or just yourself - participation matters more than perfection.
If you want in, just show up with an open mind. All our ceremonies are a gift - we’re here because of the kindness and support of people like you.
Bhavatu Sarva Mangalam (May all beings be happy and auspicious).
Meet your Expert
Choe Khor Sum Ling
9 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Namaste, we’re CKSL, though most friends just call us that. Right in the heart of Bangalore, we started out wanting a peaceful corner to share Buddhist wisdom. Life’s noisy, so we offer a spot to breathe, learn, and just be. Our Dharma Family keeps growing – online, offline, all sorts. Doesn’t matter if you’re new or know your way around a mala, just walk in, bring your folks, or join us from home. All are welcome, always. Bhavatu Sarva Mangalam.
My Work
What We Offer - Courses on Buddhist philosophy, Lamrim meditation, guided sessions, Tibetan chanting, pujas, and community events.
Open to All Levels - Absolute beginners or old hands, we’ve got intro talks like Practical Buddhism for Everyday Life and deeper courses too.
Teachings by Venerable Monks - Sessions led by respected teachers from Sera Jey Monastic University, sharing ancient wisdom in simple ways.
Join In-Person or Online - Come to our Domlur centre or join on Zoom. WhatsApp group for updates and links.
Community & Special Events - Student-led sessions, clean-ups, movie nights, mindful tree walks in Bangalore, and more ways to connect.
Auspicious Days & Pujas - Celebrate Saka Dawa, Losar, Chökhor Düchen with pujas, offerings, and meditation for merit and joy.
