Buddhism Quote by Dhomang Yangthang
““When we speak of the sangha, we speak of the " arya sangha ," which means the "exalted sangha". At the time of the Buddha this referred to the arhats and bodhisattvas , the disciples who studied under him and achieved various levels of realization through their practice. But now who is the arya sangha? It is all of us, all of the practitioners of the present time. The moment we take refuge, which is to begin on the path, we hold the title of "sangha". As such, you should understand that you are one of the Three Jewels . You shouldn't put the Three Jewels outside of yourselves; you should always think of yourselves as being one of the Three Jewels—and that includes your body, your speech, and your mind.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Buddhist teaching, contemporary lecture, date unknown
The sangha today includes every sincere practitioner who has taken refuge, embodying the Three Jewels in body, speech, and mind.
In simple terms: All who practice Buddhism are part of the sangha, the living Three Jewels.
Key Takeaway
Recognize yourself as a Jew of the Sangha.
Themes
Buddhism
Community
Spiritual practice
Identity
Mindfulness
Mood
Reflective
Inspirational
Type
Buddhist
Spiritual
When to use this quote
- Meditation groups
- Daily mindfulness
- Teaching retreats
- Personal reflection
- Community service
Key Concepts
Three Jewels
Sangha as title
Arhat
Bodhisattva
Realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you embody the Three Jewels in everyday life?
- What barriers prevent you from seeing yourself as Sangha?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be idealized, overlooking those who haven't formally taken refuge.
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