A lamp offering may be made at any time. It is a way to honor the Buddha while awakening our intrinsic wisdom. Just as the light of the lamp dispels darkness, wisdom dispels ignorance. Just as a single candle may light many other candles, we may then dedicate merits from this offering to those close to us and to all humanity.

According to Buddhist scriptures, one can obtain many benefits by making a lamp offering to the Three Jewels:
1. Good health
2. Clarity of vision
3. Purity of mind
4. Freedom from fear and worries
5. Patience and gentleness
6. Extinction of ignorance
7. Attainment of wisdom
8. Supreme enlightenment