Patron Buddha (Zodiac Guardian Deity) for People Born in the Year of the Sheep (Goat)
Birth Dates for People Born in the Year of the Sheep (Goat): (All dates are in the Gregorian calendar)
- From February 4, 2003, at 13:57 to February 4, 2004, at 19:46
- From February 4, 1991, at 16:17 to February 4, 1992, at 21:54
- From February 4, 1979, at 18:21 to February 5, 1980, at 00:10
- From February 4, 1967, at 20:25 to February 5, 1968, at 02:14
- From February 4, 1955, at 22:28 to February 5, 1956, at 04:19
- From February 4, 1943, at 00:32 to February 5, 1944, at 06:22
- From February 4, 1931, at 02:36 to February 5, 1932, at 08:25
- From February 4, 1919, at 04:40 to February 5, 1920, at 10:27
The Patron Buddha for People Born in the Year of the Sheep (Goat) is Buddha Mahavairocana (Great Sun Buddha)
Buddha Mahavairocana, known by his Sanskrit name Maha^vairocana, is the highest and supreme deity in Esoteric Buddhism, revered as the highest-ranking Buddha in Esoteric Buddhism. In Esoteric Buddhism, all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas emanate from Buddha Mahavairocana. Within the two mandalas of the Diamond Realm and the Womb Realm, Buddha Mahavairocana occupies the central position, ruling over all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. He is the fundamental Buddha in the world of Esoteric Buddhism.
The name “Buddha Mahavairocana” can be translated from Sanskrit as “Buddha of Immeasurable Radiance,” and “Mahavairocana” represents “Great Illuminator.” He is considered the embodiment of radiant wisdom, with his light illuminating all things in the universe. The light of Buddha Mahavairocana is said to surpass that of the sun and symbolizes the illumination of ultimate truth. His light is without division into day and night, and it can benefit all sentient and non-sentient beings, helping them cultivate Buddha nature and achieve inconceivable accomplishments. The “Sutra of Mahavairocana” records, “The light of the Tathagata (Buddha) Mahavairocana shines universally in the Dharmadhatu (the realm of truth) and can develop the virtuous roots of sentient beings. Even worldly affairs can be accomplished through it.”
In Buddhism, Buddhas have three bodies: the Dharmakaya, the Sambhogakaya, and the Nirmanakaya. Buddha Mahavairocana is considered the Dharmakaya Buddha, representing the essence of Buddha-nature and the fundamental Buddha. His radiant wisdom is a symbol of enlightenment and protection. By wearing or venerating Buddha Mahavairocana, one can receive his radiant wisdom, dispel negativity, and be blessed with spiritual clarity and happiness.
People born in the Year of the Sheep (Goat) have a strong connection with Buddha Mahavairocana. Therefore, those born in the Year of the Sheep (Goat) can benefit greatly by devoutly wearing or venerating the patron Buddha image associated with Buddha Mahavairocana. This can open the path to enlightenment, lead to success in all endeavors, attract helpful people, and bring great achievements.
Buddha Mahavairocana’s Birthday:
- Lunar calendar, 8th day of the fourth month (as the Nirmanakaya Buddha’s birthday)
On Buddha Mahavairocana’s birthday, you can pray, offer incense at home or in temples, and regularly recite his name and mantras.
It’s worth noting that in Buddhist festivals, apart from the historical events of Shakyamuni Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana, the birthdays of other bodhisattvas and Buddhas, such as Manjushri Bodhisattva, Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, and Maitreya Bodhisattva, are not derived from Buddhist scriptures but are recognized as a convenience for guiding sentient beings to the right path.
Buddha Mahavairocana’s Place of Practice:
- Buddha Mahavairocana’s presence is believed to be omnipresent in the universe as the Dharmakaya Buddha.
- The Nirmanakaya Buddha, Shakyamuni Buddha, is traditionally associated with specific places, but the Dharmakaya Buddha transcends physical locations.
