How to rely on the Triple Gem in Daily Life

Abstract

This academic article aims to study how to rely on the Triple Gem in daily life by analyzing the meaning and features of the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha, which Buddhists consider to be the most excellent refuge, more valuable than any other valuable things, and have influences in both daily life and religious ceremonies. Relying on the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha has many characteristics. Sometimes in times of suffering, sometimes in times of happiness, when feeling afraid, lonely, or having no place to rest, Buddhists will turn to rely on. Sometimes in times of happiness, they will go to the temple, listen to the Dhamma, or join the candle procession ceremony. This is consistent with the Buddhist era, where people relied on the Buddha, the Dhamma, and the Sangha throughout their lives. When Buddhists live their lives with knowledge, awakening, and joy filled with compassion, purity, and wisdom, their lives will be bright and not dark. According to Buddhism, relying on these sacred things uses the knowledge gained from the five senses: eyes, ears, nose, tongue, body, and mind, which is called knowledge from the six senses. Relying on the Triple Gem as a refuge in daily life, such as when eating, sleeping, leaving home, or when facing danger or crisis, is the creation of virtuous Dhamma that demonstrates faith, devotion, and respect, which will eventually lead to the abandonment of defilements.