Many people might have wondered whether they still have past merit, if their past merit has run out, or if their ongoing hardships are due to unresolved karma. Most importantly, they may question why their life is still struggling with constant obstacles. Here is an ancient ritual to open merit and wealth. "Worshipping Phra Mae Thorani" An auspicious start to early 2026.
Phra Mae Thorani is a goddess with supreme power and prestige.
1. Perform outdoors on any patch of earth; it does not have to be at home.
2. No need to light incense or candles.
3. Calm and steady the mind.
Focus on positive deeds you have done before, and place either hand on the ground.
(Begin by reciting Namo three times.)
O sacred law of karma, Phra Mae Thorani, divine witness, and revered teacher across all lifetimes who guards wealth,
From past lives until now, I set my mind to pray for wealth. Any merit, power, or fortune I have accumulated through giving, moral conduct, and meditation, any wealth I have gathered through renunciation,
No matter how many lifetimes or realms, may these become my spiritual strength, granting me wisdom and illumination, protection from danger, and release from all karmic bonds. By whatever merit, power, or fortune I have been born as a human,
Having encountered Buddhism, the Buddha, the Four Heavenly Kings, the Naga King who grants wealth, the deity Ganesha who grants success, and all guardian spirits watching over me, may all real wealth—on land, under water, and in the air—flow back into my life in this lifetime and realm, in any form, properly and rightly, as supreme wisdom, the source of all goodness.
After finishing the chant, pour water onto the ground... This will strengthen the power for miracles to manifest swiftly.
In addition, regularly accumulate new merit so that if hardship arises and past merit is depleted, you will have good things to draw upon.
This prayer can also be used when visiting sacred places to ask for blessings or as a dedication after making merit, such as after giving alms, offering to monks, or chanting and practicing meditation.