1, sacrifice blessing
Butter lamps can be used in sacrificial activities, which can make the world see their own shortcomings, gain enlightenment in ignorance, realize Buddha's nature and cultivate themselves. Ten kinds of blessings can be obtained by lighting butter lamps in front of the Buddha. The Buddha, itself and all living beings will interact with each other, and the best happiness can be obtained by keeping the lights on forever.
2, energy saving
For safety reasons, most families have no habit of lighting butter lamps, and the daily benefit of butter lamps is to save electricity. Butter lamp looks small, but it belongs to an open flame that can illuminate the darkness; In rural areas, many people also use butter lamps to save electricity. Compared with Anggao's electricity bill, butter lamps really save money.
Butter lamp placement taboo
1 It is stipulated that butter lamps should be placed in front of Buddha's eyes at home. There is no limit to the total number. Some people choose seven and multiples of seven as the total number of butter lamps, but in fact there is no special rule.
2. The key to lighting butter lamps at home is to consider the fire safety hazards, and it is suggested not to place too many. The time to light butter lamps is usually in the morning, and other times are ok. The butter lamp in the temple should be kept bright, and it is best for some people to light it at home, and it is best not to light it when no one is at home or sleeping.