DDM Global News
Coming Home to the Buddha - Online Refuge Ceremony
Date: Sunday December 18
"If you wish to be formally recognized as a Buddhist, you are encouraged to first learn and try to understand the teachings. If they truly resonate with you, then the next step is to become a Buddhist and begin the path of cultivation. Participating in the ceremony of taking refuge in the Three Jewels is the first, important step for anyone who wants to become a Buddhist. " - Master Sheng Yen
Venerable Guo Yuan, Abbot of Dharma Drum Retreat Center, will once again administer Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels on this auspicious day, right after our regular Sunday Meditation Group Session (around 1pm PT). Interested participants please see below for instructions and online application.
* You will need to attend via Zoom on that day for the Venerable to see you, best from the start of the meditation group session to get settled, if you can.
* Here is the registration for Zoom link: www.ddmbasf.org/registration/
* Ceremony starts at 1:00 PM (or a bit prior) Pacific/California USA Time, on Dec 18th (please join at least 15 minutes early)
To learn more:
Read the booklet: Why Take Refuge in the Three Jewels?
1. What is Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels?
2. Different Levels of the Three Jewels
3. How to Take Refuge in the Three Jewels?
4. The Benefits to Taking Refuge
Watch Master Sheng Yen discuss the ritual of taking refuge in the Three Jewels: