: The first Buddha of the current "Wise Eon" (Bhadrakalpa). Konagamana Buddha : The second Buddha of the current eon. Kassapa Buddha : The third Buddha of the current eon.
: Appeared ninety-one eons ago during the Glorious Kalpa. Sikhi Buddha : Lived thirty-one eons ago. : The first Buddha of the current "Wise Eon" (Bhadrakalpa)
Venerating these seven Buddhas serves several spiritual purposes: : Appeared ninety-one eons ago during the Glorious Kalpa
: The Atanatiya Sutta begins with a salutation to these seven Buddhas, and many practitioners believe reciting these names brings great protection ( Seth Pirith ). The ritual honors seven specific Buddhas mentioned in
The ritual honors seven specific Buddhas mentioned in early scriptures like the of the Digha Nikaya. They are traditionally listed as follows:
: Much like other forms of Vandana , this practice helps soothe and calm the mind, preparing it for deeper meditation.