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The Nianfo Guide
Articles on recitation, dedication of merit, and daily practice
Three Ways to Count Nianfo: Mala Beads, Counters, and Phone Apps
Mala beads, mechanical counters, and nianfo counter apps each have their strengths. This article honestly compares the three ways of counting recitations, so you can find the one that suits you and settle into practice.
How to Dedicate Merit After Nianfo: The Meaning of Dedication and Common Verses
Why dedicate merit after nianfo? In plain language, this article explains the meaning of dedication of merit, gives accurate texts of the most common dedication verses, and shows how to dedicate to loved ones and to karmic creditors.
A Thousand Recitations a Day: How to Set a Daily Nianfo Practice and Keep It Going
Want to recite every day but keep breaking off? Start with a small commitment of 108 recitations a day, use the fragments of your day well, and let counting and reminders help — daily nianfo practice can last.