of Buddhist Rituals
Going for Refuge. This is probably the most significant ritual connecting people to the Dharma. This is the oldest and most common ritual throughout most Buddhist traditions.
Offering homage or respect to the Buddha, to Buddhist teachers, teachings, or other important areas of Buddhist life.
Making offerings or practicing dana.
Confession of faults
Precept ceremonies
Calling on spiritual forces for support or protection
Blessings, aspirations, and Brahmavihara “prayers.”
Dedication of merit
Rites of Passage such as weddings and funerals
Initiations and ordinations