The Triple Gem Refuge and Five Precepts Conferral Ceremony 《三皈五戒》授受仪式
About this event
On Sunday, November 1, our Vihara warmly invites all to the Taking Refuge in the Triple Gem and Five Precepts Conferral Ceremony. This meaningful occasion offers an opportunity to deepen one’s commitment to the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, and to strengthen the foundation for a life of wisdom and compassionate practice.
Taking refuge in the Triple Gem is an important milestone on the Buddhist path, providing a firm spiritual direction grounded in right understanding. Receiving the Five Precepts is a sincere commitment to cultivate wholesome conduct, speak truthfully, act with kindness, and nurture a peaceful and mindful heart in daily life. Whether you are taking refuge and the precepts for the first time or renewing your aspiration, all are welcome to participate in this significant occasion.
Therefore choosing to participate in this ceremony is a conscious step towards living with greater clarity, gratitude, compassion and aligning ourselves with the timeless teachings that support our growth and well-being.
Coming together as a community to uphold the precepts also generates collective merits, which we can dedicate to our parents, loved ones, and all beings. In this way, the new year becomes more than a change of date; it becomes a meaningful moment to reaffirm our spiritual direction.
We welcome all who wish to take this gentle yet significant step on the Buddhist path.
For more info and to register: https://www.compassionwisdomvihara.org/the-triple-gem-and-five-precepts
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About the organiser
We are a contemporary Buddhist community committed to making the Dharma accessible in English. While many Mahāyāna teachings are traditionally shared in Mandarin, our Vihāra offers a space where practitioners can explore Buddhist wisdom in a language that speaks to them. By blending traditional teachings with modern perspectives, we aim to make Buddhist practice both accessible and relevant in today’s world.
At the heart of our community is a shared dedication to learning and practising the Dharma together. We uphold core Buddhist values such as mindfulness, ethical living, and selfless service. Through study, meditation, and compassionate action, we support one another on the path of inner transformation.
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