Buddhist rituals

Buddhist rituals are practices that foster mindfulness, compassion, and spiritual growth. Common rituals include meditation, which cultivates awareness; offering respect through bowing or lighting incense; chanting sutras to reinforce teachings; and ceremonies marking milestones like births or deaths. These actions serve as expressions of devotion, reflection, and community connection, helping practitioners deepen their understanding of impermanence and interconnectedness. While rituals vary among traditions, they universally aim to support inner peace, ethical living, and the pursuit of enlightenment.