The Beginning
Take refuge and arouse bodhicitta.
The Main Part
In front of the representatives of the Three Jewels, put your palms together and think: For the sake of all sentient beings, I give rise to the supreme bodhicitta. Until not even a single sentient being remains in samsara, I shall train myself diligently in the vast deeds of bodhisattvas.
Recite the following vajra words three times:
I, (name), from now until I reach the heart of enlightenment, go for refuge to the great vajradhara gurus. I go for refuge to the Buddha Bhagavats, the most exalted one among all men and women. I go for refuge to the authentic Dharma, the supreme teaching of peace free from attachment. I go for refuge to the Sangha, the supreme assembly of noble ones who dwell in the stage of non-retrogression. Please accept me as a bodhisattva. O master, vajra-holder gurus, Buddha Bhagavats, and supreme bodhisattvas on the high levels, heed me! Just as the former Buddha Bhagavats and great bodhisattvas on the high levels initially aroused the supreme bodhicitta for the benefit of all sentient beings, so I, (name), too, from now until I reach the heart of enlightenment, arouse the supreme bodhicitta for the benefit of all sentient beings. I will take across those sentient beings who have not crossed over. I will liberate all living beings who are not yet liberated. I will relieve those sentient beings who are without relief. I will cause to reach nirvana those who have not reached it.
Reminder
The essence of the bodhisattva vow is never forsaking sentient beings. Your bodhisattva vow will remain intact as long as you do not abandon sentient beings. Regarding this practice, it is ideal to read the liturgy once a day.
The Ending
Dedicate the merit of your practice to all sentient beings.
