Beidou Life-Extending Lamp Ritual

With reverence, we observe that the primordial principles reveal their forms, thereby transmitting the higher directives; the sacred qi traverses the heavens, thus establishing the masters of destiny stars. In one year, the stars encircle six degrees; in three jia cycles, they traverse the nine palaces. They gather the myriad spirits of the earthly realm, turning misfortune into auspiciousness; aligning with the celestial luminaries, they resolve obstructions and ensure prosperity. Where there is feeling, there is connection; nothing remains unilluminated. Through this praise of the lamp, the disciple [Name] devoutly follows the sacred teachings and remotely senses the true authorities. Burning the flickering purple phoenix, the light connects to the Jade Dipper; the blazing red lotus illuminates the Golden Balance. We humbly pray that the Supreme Pole bestows auspiciousness, the Southern Palace grants life, preserving longevity and enriching blessings infinitely. Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant:

Heavenly Venerable One Who Preserves Life and Ensures Longevity. We, your subjects, with devoted hearts submit our lives to [Name]'s Destiny Star Lord and all spiritual officials.

With reverence, we know that true insight is not distant, secretly connecting to the utmost prayers; though the heavenly steps are far, they can be offered through fragrant incense. We look up to the deity of the Perfect Circle to grant pure blessings. Through this lighting of lamps, the disciple [Name] gathers the mind to return illumination, deliberately adhering to the true wind. Worrying that the records of sins from past lives still exist, causing the current life's operations to be hindered and difficult. Seeking salvation and encountering the clear directives, lighting the lamp of one's destiny star to cleanse the transgressions of the body palace. We humbly pray that the sin books of the Dipper Office are erased, and the immortal names are listed in the Southern Pole. The disasters of continuous flow must turn into auspicious blessings; the difficulties of misfortune and adversity can be transformed into glory. Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant:

Heavenly Venerable One Who Preserves Life and Ensures Longevity. Jade True Supreme Emperor, Ziwei Venerable Deity. Embroidered robes and feathered caplets, painted red skirts. Double pearls shine with light, magnificent lamps are displayed. Divine light penetrates and reflects, a hundred blessings are renewed. The eight powers announce, nothing remains unheard. Devoted hearts submit, wishing for eternal life.

We, your subjects, with devoted hearts submit our lives to [Name]'s Destiny Star Lord and all spiritual officials.

With reverence, the great void's wondrous unity, firmly using the unfathomable; the immortal records and clear directives, manifesting through refined cultivation and感应. Only in the sacred realm of the True Court is the Morning Residence of the Jade Emperor. Looking up to the immortal banners, clearing the jade temple, serving the Supreme Master of Yuan Chen, extending the true spirit of life qi. Through this lighting of lamps, the disciple [Name] cultivates virtue and examines the self, striving the heart to repent, devoutly performing the Jiao ritual, cleanly preparing precious offerings. We humbly pray that the three spirits interact in harmony, the ten thousand qi ascend together, the whole household is forever protected with prosperity, and the entire life reaches good protection. Souls and spirits are clear and upright, evil qi does not invade, wealth and emoluments are abundant, the foundation of blessings is long-lasting.

Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant: The Great Compassionate Venerable One Who Extends Life. The Jade Capital is towering, the red gates are wide open. Within is the Imperial Person, guarding the heavenly steps. Purple embroidered feathered coverings, golden headscarves. Presiding over destiny records, sealing mountains and summoning clouds. If there is any announcement, the divine might is like a giant army. Devoted hearts submit, wishing for eternal life.

We, your subjects, with devoted hearts submit our lives to [Name]'s Born Destiny Star Lord and all spiritual officials.

With reverence, the Taiji璇 diagram,演绎 the primordial model of the Jade Capital; the East Flower precious records, proclaim the great plan of the Golden Palace. Round green canopies, covering the ten mountains of the heavenly head; lush jade terraces, observing the empty cyan of nine ren. Therefore, flowing light opens and演绎, the power of transformation initially moves at Zhaoyao; wondrous qi circulates, the yearly order returns to Ji and Dou. Although nobility and lowliness rely on natal fortune, age must be noted at birth. Through this lighting of lamps, the disciple [Name] looks up to the supreme mysterious authority, facing the true and constant wondrous Dao, following the heavenly stars to arrange positions, lighting red torches to transmit light. We humbly pray that the Dao connects with nature, the heart meets with intent, recommending the collection of the blessings of the sages and true ones, looking up to extend the descended auspiciousness. Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant: The Venerable One Who Eliminates Disasters and Defends Against Perils, Taiyi True Emperor, Zhongyuan Purple Lord. His name is Guiying, his courtesy name is Niwan. Golden bed and jade tent, purple embroidered brocade skirt. Belted with fire bells, slaying demons and destroying evil. Holding the star essence in hand, carrying the white circle on the neck. One heart submits, wishing for eternal life.

We, your subjects, with devoted hearts submit our lives to [Name]'s Born Destiny Star Lord and all spiritual officials.

With reverence, the cloud-like jade heavenly latitude, shining in the clear sky; jade shadows and golden circles, distributed in the corners of the purple galaxy. From the initial separation of the two elements, bright lights soar in the high void; the five primordial qi masters, listing the myriad bright ones in the empty surface. Due to the changes of flowing and reversing, disasters and blessings arise. Approaching the upright or passing through the destiny palace, faults are born from the body position. Through this lighting of lamps, the disciple [Name], worrying about the downward illumination of the stars, opens the薰 prayer to the primordial authority. We humbly pray that the auspicious luminaries shine high, preserving the calculation of the great tree; the disaster stars retreat, forever receiving the glory of light and prominence. Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant: The Heavenly Venerable One Who Preserves Life and Ensures Longevity.

The Great Bright Spiritual Deity, the ninth degree of green. Morning clouds scatter brilliance, refining the five forms. Palaces and carriages in the six directions, the seven spirits are balanced. Making us fly immortals, ascending to the Upper Qing. Achieving the work and combining the Dao, the three purples come to welcome. One heart submits, wishing for eternal life.

We, your subjects, with devoted hearts submit our lives to [Name]'s Born Destiny Star Lord and all spiritual officials.

With reverence, the primordial beginning, opening the foundation of the green cycle; the power of creation, establishing the name of Chiming. Greatly pushing the moving qi, governing the world, truly assisting the people, thus managing disasters and blessings. Through this lighting of lamps, the disciple [Name] responds to the destiny with the Kui and Gang stars, pouring out the heart to the true teaching, pouring the fragrance of orchid liquid, spreading the purple flames of silver lamps. We humbly pray that the five blessings flourish, the nine clear heavens believe and protect, walking the path of peace, forever residing in the land of tranquility. Bowing in submission, with sincere praise, we chant: The Venerable One of Boundless Blessings and Birth.

Nine qi of the blue sky, the primordial yang essence. The Imperial Old Venerable Deity, wearing feathered green clothes. Setting up the imperial chariot in the heavenly palace, illuminating the year star. Scattering brilliance and flowing fragrance, cleansing the body shape. The five qi mix and combine, heaven and earth last together. One heart submits, wishing for eternal life.

(Chanting the scripture)

Supreme Mysterious Spirit Beidou Destiny Life-Extending Wondrous Scripture