Protection from the Dangers of the Four Elements
Advice from Lama Zopa Rinpoche for protection from the dangers of the four elements, including harm from radiation. This advice was given after the Japanese tsunami and subsequent radiation leak at the Fukushima nuclear power plant.
1. Wear the protections of the White Umbrella deity (Arya Sitatapatra) and the Lion-face Dakini. These need to be made correctly and blessed.
2. Wear the White Umbrella deity text. This can be reduced in size and worn respectfully on the body, for example, in a small pouch that you wear around your neck. It can also be put on microfilm and worn as an amulet, however, if the text is reduced the letters should still be clear.
3. Take the initiation of the White Umbrella deity.
4. White Umbrella deity practice: If you have received a great initiation, you can visualize yourself as the White Umbrella deity and do the practice.
The White Umbrella deity is very powerful against the dangers of the four elements.
[Note: Here, Rinpoche is just suggesting a few things. Rinpoche said you do not need to do everything; this is just to give an idea.]