As the light of the butter lamp symbolizes the wisdom of the awakenened mind, butter lamps are traditionally offered daily on one's shrine or household altar. They are filled with butter or other oils, such as coconut or canola, after first securing the wick. Alternatively, a tealight candle may be placed securely inside the lamp.

We offer butter lamps every day at Rigdzin Ling, and many additional lamps are sponsored on behalf of family, friends, oneself, or pets who are facing difficulties or have died, dedicating the merit for them. If you would like to sponsor such an offering ($2.00 per lamp), please call Rigdzin Ling at (530) 623-2714.