Paritta Parikamma – Protective blessings of Lord Buddha for the welfare of the family.
The benefits of reciting Paritta Suttas by observing the Morality (Sīla):
1. Maṅgala Sutta for blessings and prosperity;
2. Ratana Sutta for getting free from dangers caused by disease, evil spirits and famine;
3. Mettā Sutta for sound sleep and protection from dangers: acquire beauty and happiness through loving kindness;
4. Khandha Sutta for protecting against snakes and other evil creatures;
5. Mora Sutta for protection against snares, imprisonment and for safety;
6. Vaṭṭa Sutta for protection against fire;
7. Dhajagga Sutta for protection against fear, trembling and horror;
8. Āṭānāṭiya Sutta for protection against evil spirits, and gaining health and happiness;
9. Aṅgulimāla Sutta for easy delivery to expectant mothers;
10. Bojjhaṅga Sutta for protection against and getting free from sickness and diseases;
11. Pubbaṇha Sutta for protection against bad omens, etc., and gaining happiness.
