In the Teaching, there are traditionally Three Jewels in which we take Refuge when we practice: the Teacher, the Dharma, and the community of practitioners (sangha). Taking Refuge does not mean taking on some obligations; rather, it means establishing a connection, since the teaching is transmitted precisely through these sources.
Question: “Establishing a connection means becoming a monk right away, yes?”
That is not what we are talking about now. What kind of monk? We will still test you. Monasticism is not simple. We are not talking about monasticism. What is being discussed now is simply the need to establish a proper connection with the teaching.
Namo Guru Deva
Namo Satya Dharma
Namo Arya Sangha
Om! I take Refuge in the Three Jewels.
I ask to be led to Liberation and enlightenment.
Taking Refuge means establishing a respectful and proper connection with the teac
