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The Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sanga (or Sangha). These are also, often referred to as the Three Jewels. When being formally initiated into Buddhism, people pledge to take refuge in these three Jewels to help and sustain their practice. 1) Belief in Buddha and his message. While the historical Buddha and his Buddhist Canon is the central focus of the Buddhist religion, there is another famous saying that "if you should meet the Buddha on the road, kill him." While it sounds like a horrible idea, what it means is that the Buddha isn't necessarily a person, or something outside of yourself. The true Buddha is the one inside of you, your own true Buddha nature. So, the first refuge is to go inward to find that divinity within yourself. 2) The Dharma is literally, "The Way", meaning the way of life to be followed as a Buddhist. 3) Sanga- is reverence, belief, support and respect for the Buddhist clergy ( Buddhist monks) The Sanga is literally the fellowship of people likewise committed to these same principles. It usually applies to Buddhist monks, but can really be applied to any fellowship of like-minded people who help and support you in your practice.
Alternately the Sangha is the fellowship of all sentient beings, not just those who follow Buddhist principles, who by their examples (good and bad) further your own process to enlightenment - those further advanced than you who guide and those behind you who need your good example.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe Three Refuges are three aids to help a person move forward towards enlightenment. They are:
- Buddha: The Buddha is an example that mankind can move forward by effort to shed desire and pain. An ideal or highest spiritual potential texists within all humans.
- Dharma: These are the teachings of the Buddha which mak the path to enlightenment fo anyone who cares to follow it.
- Sangha: This is the community of all humnas. Those who ave progressed further help us in our endeavors. Those we are more advanced than look to us for instruction and encouragement.
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How do you become Buddhist?
It is recommended that you study the Buddhism and its teachings before making a decision. Next, you must take the Three Refuges: the Buddha, his teachings, and the community of enlightened beings. It is recommended to take refuge with a monk.
Who can join Buddhism?
The Buddha described a follower of his as someone who has taken the Three Refuges--refuge in the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha--and a virtuous follower as one who also tries to keep the five precepts for laypeople. Therefore, anyone with an interest in living a moral life can become a Buddhist.
What does refuges mean?
Refuges are places where you can hide .
does Norway accept Afghanistan Refuges?
does norway acecept afghan refuges
What will happen when there are lots of refuges come to New Zealand?
i think that the NZwill be full of refuges
What are the 3 refugees to become a Buddhist?
First off, you don't have to become a monk or a nun to be a Buddhist. Monks and Nuns have decided to dedicate their life to reaching enlightenment in a monastic environment. Lay people practice Buddhism in the perspective of having a family and a job.With that said there are two ways to become a Buddhist, and both have the same starting point. First you should understand what Buddhism is. Understanding is an important aspect of Buddhism since it is a contemplative (thoughtful), investigative practice. So do some investigation and ask questions of Buddhists. If Buddhism still appeals to you, you can join a Buddhist Sangha (group of fellow Buddhists studying and practicing together), support them and go through an Affirmation ceremony. If you do not have a Sangha in the area, you can simply decide to be a Buddhist and take The Three Refuges vow (The Buddha, The Dharma and The Sangha are the Three Refuges), like I did, which is simply:I take refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha and to see with real understanding the Four Noble Truths, ~ Suffering, the Cause of Suffering, the Transcending of Suffering and the Noble Eightfold Path that leads to the transcending of suffering, This indeed is a safe refuge, it is the refuge supreme. It is the refuge whereby one is freed from all sufferingAnd then live your life as The Buddha has taught.
What is the area of Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex?
The area of Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex is 226.624 square kilometers.
Is the just at least JUST A LITTLE information on the so called 'VIHARA'?
Vihara is the Sanskrit and Pali term for a Buddhist monastery. It means "a secluded place in which to walk", and is referred to as "dwellings" or "refuges" used by wandering monks during the rainy season.
How many buddhists are there in gravesham?
According to the 2011 census there are about 300 Buddhist in Gravesham (.03% of 100,000). As a Buddhist from Kent I know of three Buddhist groups and a number of individual practitioners in the area.
Are there any wildlife refuges for cheetahs?
yes
How long has Jennifer Lopez been a Buddhist?
three generational ago
How do people become refuges?
People become refuges By moving from one place to another To get away from a bad country, Or a bad event happening in a country.
