Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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Dharmaswede
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Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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"There are three days each lunar month (the 9th, 19th and 29th days) that are especially good for Chöd practice. "
http://ktdblog.wordpress.com/2012/11/04 ... od-at-ktd/

I notice that these days are not for "wake or memorial" in FPMT.
http://fpmt.org/media/resources/dharma- ... explained/

Thanks!
michaelb
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Re: Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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I asked about that in the comments on that page but got no reply. I think I also posted a question about it before on here. Anyway, I think days with 9 in, especially the 29th are good days for chod for the same reason they are good for protector offerings/practice and obstacle dispelling practice. But then, I'm not sure what that reason is.
Dharmaswede
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Re: Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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Thanks Michael for your efforts and input, and apologies for not checking up on your previous post on this topic!

J.
michaelb
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Re: Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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Not at all. I still haven't heard an explanation and I'm pleased you posted the question. Thanks.

Anyone know why '9' days are good for chod, protectors, etc.?
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Re: Significance of days 9th, 19th, and 29th in chöd?

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I don't know either, but I do know that on these days I'm more prone to the kleshas of anger and associated emotions. I can find phenomena more prickly on these days. I think there is something about that energy associated with these practices on these days. But you'd have to ask a knowledgeable lama.
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