Significance of Three jewels
Synonyms: Three treasures, Gemstones
In Dutch: Drie juwelen; In Finnish: Kolme jalokiviä; In Spanish: Tres joyas
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Buddhist concept of 'Three jewels'
The Three Jewels in Buddhism, comprising the Buddha (the enlightened one), Dharma (teachings), and Sangha (community), serve as foundational principles that guide practitioners in their faith, offering refuge and support throughout their spiritual journey.
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) The Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, which are central to Buddhist faith and practice.[1] (2) Refers to Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, the core elements of Buddhist faith that are praised through preaching.[2] (3) Refers to the fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[3] (4) The commitment taken by followers in Buddhism, commonly referring to taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha.[4] (5) The three fundamental concepts in Buddhism which are Buddha (the enlightened one), Dharma (the teachings), and Samgha (the community of practitioners).[5]
From: Bodhisattvacharyavatara
(1) The fundamental components of Buddhist belief, which include the Buddha, the dharma, and the samgha.[6] (2) Refers to the Buddha, the dharma, and the samgha, which are central to Buddhist thought and represent the ultimate truth and guidance.[7] (3) The central pillars of Mahayana Buddhism: the Buddha (teacher), the dharma (teachings), and the samgha (community of practitioners).[8] (4) Central tenets in Buddhism encompassing the Buddha, the dharma, and the samgha, revered as rare and supreme.[9] (5) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are central elements of Buddhist reverence and devotion.[10]
From: Mahayana Mahaparinirvana Sutra
(1) The foundational tenets of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[11] (2) The core principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community).[12] (3) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha; fundamental elements of Buddhism that guide practitioners towards enlightenment.[13]
From: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva fundamental vow sutra
(1) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma (the teachings), and Sangha (the community), whose slander results in serious karmic repercussions.[14] (2) The core tenets of Buddhism, which consists of the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community), significant to seeking refuge and guidance.[15] (3) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are central elements in Buddhism that provide refuge and guidance for practitioners.[16]
From: Vimalakirti Sutra
(1) Refers to the importance of the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which ordinary individuals may respond to but shravakas may not.[17] (2) The core elements of Buddhism consisting of the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, revered for providing guidance and support for practitioners.[18]
From: The gods of northern Buddhism
(1) The foundational beliefs in Buddhism that include the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, serving as refuge for practitioners.[19] (2) Tri-ratna, the three core principles of Buddhism: Buddha (the teacher), Dharma (the teachings), and Sangha (the community).[20]
From: Vimalakirti Nirdesa Sutra
(1) Referring to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which should not be interrupted according to Vimalakirti's instructions.[21] (2) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, considered the central elements of Buddhist belief and practice.[22]
From: Mulamadhyamaka-karika (English)
(1) The foundational elements of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teaching), and the Sangha (community).[23]
From: The Great Chariot
(1) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which serve as the objects of refuge for practitioners.[24] (2) A central concept in Buddhism referring to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are the foundational aspects that practitioners take refuge in.[25] (3) The fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha, which guide practitioners.[26] (4) The three jewels, which include the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, are central to Buddhist practice and should never be abandoned as they represent the essence of virtue and guidance.[27] (5) The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which are essential components of refuge in Buddhist practice.[28]
From: The Fo-Sho-Hing-Tsan-King (A Life of Buddha)
(1) The practice of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha (or Church) which was possibly unknown during Buddha's time.[29]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) The collective term for the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha; regarded as the true Refuge helping beings to overcome fear and suffering.[30] (2) A foundational concept in Buddhism consisting of the Buddha, the Dhamma (the teachings), and the Sangha (the community of monks).[31] (3) The Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, regarded by King Bimbisara as the highest treasures for which he decided to send as a return gift to King Pukkusati.[32] (4) The fundamental tenets of Buddhism, including the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, which were highlighted as essential for the welfare of Vesali.[33] (5) The Three Jewels refer to the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, which an upasaka follows.[34]
From: Jataka tales [English], Volume 1-6
(1) The fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha (the enlightened one), the Dhamma (the teachings), and the Sangha (the community of practitioners).[35] (2) The qualities of the Three Jewels, which the ferryman was ignorant of, refer to the Buddha, the Dhamma (Buddha's teachings), and the Sangha (community of monks).[36]
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) Refers to the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, which are the objects of refuge in Buddhism.[37] (2) The trio in Buddhism consisting of the Buddha (the Teacher), the Dhamma (the Teaching), and the Sangha (the Taught), which serves as the spiritual foundation for Buddhists.[38]
From: Abhidhamma in Daily Life (by Ashin Janakabhivamsa)
(1) The Ti Ratana, or Three Jewels, include the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha. Even individuals lacking faith in the Three Jewels may accumulate merits through good deeds performed in past lives.[39] (2) The Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Samgha, which represent the foundation of Buddhist faith and practice that must be approached with complete faith and reverence.[40]
From: The Catu-Bhanavara-Pali (critical study)
(1) Refers to Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, which are central to Buddhist practice and belief, symbolizing the core elements that one takes refuge in.[41] (2) Refers to the Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha, which are central to Buddhist practice and provide refuge and guidance to followers.[42]
From: Visuddhimagga (the pah of purification)
(1) The core principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha.[43]
From: Blue Annals (deb-ther sngon-po)
(1) A fundamental concept in Buddhism referring to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which were revered by various emperors mentioned in the text.[44] (2) Important symbols or elements in Buddhism, typically representing the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha.[45] (3) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma (teachings), and Sangha (community), which are central in Buddhism.[46] (4) The core principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, the Dharma (teachings), and the Sangha (community), revered by the Tibetan kings.[47] (5) Refers to the Buddha, Dharma (teachings), and Sangha (community), which are central to Buddhist practice.[48]
Hindu concept of 'Three jewels'
The phrase "Three jewels" in Hinduism could be interpreted as a metaphor highlighting essential teachings and figures that guide followers, encompassing wisdom (Buddha), teachings (Dharma), and community (Sangha) for spiritual growth and support.
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) The central teachings and figures in Buddhism, consisting of the Buddha, Dharma (teachings), and Sangha (community of monks and lay followers).[49]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) Samyak darshana, samyak jnana, and samyak caritrya; the means to attain Nirvana.[50]
Jain concept of 'Three jewels'
The Three Jewels in Jainism denote Right Faith, Right Knowledge, and Right Conduct, which are essential principles guiding individuals towards liberation and a meaningful life, embodying the moral foundation of the faith.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) Important teachings or principles that yield results when tranquillity is present.[51] (2) The core foundational principles in certain spiritual traditions, often referring to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha or community.[52] (3) The three jewels of yoga are jnana (knowledge), shraddhana (right-belief), and caritra (right-conduct).[53] (4) Refers to the fundamental principles of Buddhism: the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which the Lord is said to hold in favor.[54] (5) Refers to important spiritual goals that the Lord wished to attain.[55]
From: Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary)
(1) These are the essential elements of right faith, knowledge, and conduct within the philosophical context.[56] (2) Refers to right faith (samyagdarshana), right knowledge (samyagjnana), and right conduct (samyakcaritra), essential principles guiding the path to liberation in the study of the soul.[57]
From: Yogadrstisamuccaya of Haribhadra Suri (Study)
(1) Right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct as the path to liberation according to Jainism.[58]