Guru Yoga > a general explanation

Question 1

What does Guru refer to?

Answer 1

Any Spiritual Guide who gives us unmistaken instructions of how to begin, progress on and complete the spiritual path;

and who sets a good example for us to follow.

Question 2

What does yoga refer to?

Answer 2

A special way of relying upon our Spiritual Guide that is a powerful method for accumulating merit and receiving the blessings of all the Buddhas.

Question 3

What is the purpose of Guru yoga?

Answer 3

By practicing Guru yoga we can communicate with all the enlightened beings through our Spiritual Guide;

through him or her they accept our offerings, respect and devotion, and grant us their powerful blessings, protection and care.

Question 4

How does Guru yoga work?

Answer 4

Practitioners visualize their root Guru in the aspect of Heruka and invite all the Buddhas in the aspect of Heruka to dissolve into his body.

Question 5

How is Guru yoga the quick path?

Answer 5

Because whenever they engage in any actions to delight their SG, the merit they create is multiplied by the number of enlightened beings.