The Twelve Deeds of the Buddha” is the first prayer we recite during Nyungne practice.

So, what are the 12 Deeds of Shakyamuni Buddha?

The twelve deeds are the twelve major activities of Lord Buddha:

Descending from Tushita Heaven

Entering into his mother's womb

Birth in the garden of Lumbini

Training in the sciences

Achievement in sports competition

Enjoying the palace and marriage

Renouncing the life of a prince

Practicing austerity for six years, then renouncing that

Obtaining victory over the Maras

Enlightenment under the bodhi tree

Turning the wheel of dharma

And passing into Parinirvana

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