The Dhāraṇī Known as “The Thousandfold”

The Dhāraṇī “Thousandfold” is a short text consisting of a dhāraṇī and a passage about its application and benefits. Particular emphasis is placed on the time of death, the eradication of karmic obscurations, and obtaining rebirth in a pure land. In spite of its brevity, the text was popular in many parts of Buddhist Asia, especially from the seventh century onward.