法苑珠林 60.124

60.124

'These fifteen spirits constantly consume flesh and blood. Through the power of this dhāraṇī, they all stay far away and do not give rise to an evil mind, causing all children to be free from terror, secure, and without misfortune, free from all perils and difficulties while in the womb or newly born. If one recites this dhāraṇī in cities, towns, or villages, wherever one resides it can also cause those infants and young children to remain secure for a long time and preserve their years of life to the end. Namo buddhāya! Accomplish this dhāraṇī to protect all children, so that they will not be disturbed or harmed by evil spirits, and all perils and all terrors will entirely depart. Svāhā!' At that time this Brahmā, having heard this dhāraṇī spoken, rejoiced and practiced it respectfully.