Significance of Three Jewel
In Dutch: Drie juwelen; In Finnish: Kolme jalokiviä; In Spanish: Tres joyas
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Buddhist concept of 'Three Jewel'
The Three Jewels in Buddhism encompass the Buddha (the enlightened one), the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community), serving as essential sources of refuge and guidance for practitioners on their path to enlightenment.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha (as teacher), the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[1] (2) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, revered in Buddhism, to whom gifts are made as acts of generosity that lead to greater merits.[2] (3) The core elements of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Community, which must be embraced to cultivate morality.[3] (4) The fundamental principles of Buddhism representing the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Samgha, from which the Buddha's light can also be derived.[4] (5) The revered principles of Buddhism, consisting of the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, which a bodhisattva values over material possessions.[5]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are the foundational elements of Buddhist faith and practice.[6] (2) The foundational elements of Buddhism, namely the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, to which Shantideva expresses devotion.[7] (3) The Buddha, the dharma, and the samgha, which are revered elements in Buddhist faith and practice.[8] (4) Buddha, dharma, and samgha, which are considered rare and supreme, embodying various qualities.[9] (5) The foundational elements of Buddhism: the Buddha, the dharma (teachings), and the samgha (community).[10]
From: Vimalakirti Sutra
(1) The essential components of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha that practitioners take refuge in.[11] (2) Buddha, Dharma (the teachings), and Sangha (the monastic community), also called the three refuges.[12]
From: Vimalakirti Nirdesa Sutra
(1) Refers to the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, representing the core of Buddhist practice and belief.[13] (2) The core principles of Buddhism: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.[14]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra
(1) The foundational elements in Buddhism - the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, which practitioners seek refuge in for spiritual guidance.[15] (2) The three fundamental elements of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community of practitioners), whose reverence can affect one's karma.[16]
From: Shurangama Sutra (with commentary) (English)
(1) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha; central elements of Buddhist belief and refuge.[17]
From: Akshayamatinirdesha [english]
(1) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are pivotal in the continuation of the practice and belief in Buddhism.[18]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) The fundamental aspects of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.[19] (2) The essential components of Buddhist practice: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.[20] (3) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which serve as the ultimate refuge and sources of aid in overcoming suffering and achieving liberation.[21] (4) The fundamental principles of Buddhism that practitioners are encouraged to contemplate and meditate upon, comprising the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.[22] (5) In Buddhism, these refer to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which serve as objects of refuge.[23]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) A reference to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which Saccaka did not take refuge in.[24] (2) Refers to the Buddha, the Dhamma (his teachings), and the Sangha (the community of practitioners), which are revered in Buddhism.[25] (3) Refers to the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, the central tenets of Buddhist belief that are celebrated and acknowledged during the events in Vesali.[26] (4) The Three Jewels consist of the Buddha, the Dhamma, and Sangha, which the upasaka follows.[27] (5) The trio of the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, regarded as the most precious gifts.[28]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The qualities associated with the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha considered essential in Buddhism.[29] (2) The core principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[30]
From: The Catu-Bhanavara-Pali (critical study)
(1) The essential elements of Buddhism comprising the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha.[31] (2) The three jewels refer to the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, which are central to Buddhist faith and practice, providing refuge and support to practitioners.[32]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Ashin Janakabhivamsa)
(1) The Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Samgha, which are central to Buddhist belief and practice.[33]
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) Refers to the core tenets of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dhamma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[34]
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) The fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[35] (2) In Buddhism, refers to the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, to whom g. Yung ston pa prayed to cause rain.[36] (3) Refers to the core tenets of Buddhism (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), venerated by various emperors throughout history.[37] (4) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which were venerated again by certain figures after the destruction of the Doctrine.[38] (5) The foundational concepts in Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[39]
Hindu concept of 'Three Jewel'
The Three Jewels in Hinduism may signify key Jain principles—right perspective, knowledge, and conduct—essential for attaining Nirvana, while also representing the custodians of Buddhist teachings that bridge past and present wisdom.
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) Key principles in Jainism consisting of right perspective (samyak darshana), right knowledge (samyak jnana), and right conduct (samyak caritrya) that lead to Nirvana.[40]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) The holders and translators of Buddhist teachings from the past to the present.[41]
Jain concept of 'Three Jewel'
The Three Jewels in Jainism signify the essential tenets guiding spiritual seekers toward liberation: right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct, crucial for attaining spiritual enlightenment and fostering moral living within human life.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Refers to key principles or tenets whose effectiveness is influenced by the presence of tranquillity.[42] (2) Symbolic artifacts or values that are desirable, contrasted with the Lord's supposed renunciation of ornaments.[43] (3) Refers to the central tenets of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teaching), and the Sangha (community).[44] (4) Refers to knowledge, faith, and conduct, crucial elements in the framework of understanding spiritual and moral living within human life.[45] (5) The spiritual goals that the Supreme Lord wished to attain, which are significant in his journey.[46]
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) The trio of right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct that serve as foundational elements on the path to spiritual liberation.[47]
From: Yogadrstisamuccaya of Haribhadra Suri (Study)
(1) In Jainism, these refer to right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct, which guide seekers on the path to liberation.[48]