" The Maha Chakrapat Chant by Luang Pu Du This sacred chant is highly revered by many Buddhists who believe that regular recitation strengthens merit, increases loving-kindness and spiritual power, and brings peace and tranquility to life. It also helps train the mind to be focused, calm, and steadfast in the Dhamma. Devotees often recite it regularly at any time, commonly before sleep to clear the mind and rest peacefully.
The Maha Chakrapat Mantra is a chant composed by Luang Pu Du Phrommapanyo, a renowned master monk from Wat Saket, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province. It was created to gather merit and spiritual power dedicated to all sentient beings.
This chant draws inspiration from the " Champa Buddha Sutra, " a scripture describing the event where the Buddha manifested as a Chakravarti King to overcome the arrogance of King Champa Bodi. This is the origin of the " Buddha image in royal regalia posture, " seen today.
Later, Luang Ta Ma from Wat Tham Muang Na, Chiang Mai Province, a foremost disciple of Luang Pu Du, continued and promoted the chanting of the Maha Chakrapat mantra. He recommended reciting it morning, noon, evening, and night. The night is believed to be when the three realms are connected, making merit dedication more expansive. Most people recite it 9 or 108 times daily, according to their devotion.
Namo tassa bhagavato arahato sammasambuddhassa
Namo tassa bhagavato arahato sammasambuddhassa
Namo tassa bhagavato arahato sammasambuddhassa
Namo Buddhaya
Phra Buddha Trai Rattanayan
Mani Nopparat
Sihasassa Sudharma
Buddho Dhammo Sangho
Ya Tha Phut Mo Na
Buddha worship, Dhamma worship,
Sangha worship,
Akkinthang Warangkandhang
Sivali Cha Maha Therang
Aham Wandami Turato
Aham Wandami Thatuyo
Aham Wandami Sappaso
Buddha Dhamma Sangha Puchemi
The Maha Chakrapat chant praises the five Buddhas, moral precepts, concentration, wisdom, the seven royal treasures, the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, the future Buddha Maitreya, the worship of the Triple Gem, venerable Sivali Thera, and includes homage to sacred relics and Buddhist holy sites.
After completing one, nine, or 108 recitations (as convenient), it is recommended to dedicate merit to karmic creditors with this verse:
Buddhang adhitthami, Dhammang adhitthami, Sanghang adhitthami.
Regular recitation of the Maha Chakrapat chant cultivates mindfulness and wisdom, calms the mind, enhances radiant complexion, promotes restful sleep free of nightmares, and alleviates misfortunes caused by karmic creditors. It brings peace, happiness, smooth work progress, and success in one’s endeavors. This is due to the merit dedication arising from compassionate offerings that extend to karmic creditors across the three realms.
Summary of the Chanting Practice Luang Pu Du’s Maha Chakrapat chant is not only a way to accumulate merit and spiritual power but also soothes the mind to be calm and filled with compassion. Those who regularly recite it will experience happiness, success, and peacefulness in life because the true power of this mantra lies in the faithful mind and steadfast commitment to goodness.