What is refuge in the Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma, & Sangha)? (part 1 of 3)

What does it mean to take refuge in the three jewels (Buddha, dharma, and sangha), and what’s the benefit of taking refuge? Do you have to be Buddhist to practice meditation?  
If you’ve ever wondered how to become a Buddhist, this episode is for you! My friend and colleague Loppon Yudron Wangmo shares her insights on what refuge means – and if you want to take refuge with her, live on Zoom, then register at the link below.  
Register to take refuge: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/o1p1l8 
Some recommended reading (affiliate links):  
What Makes You Not a Buddhist, https://amzn.to/3D5cMpi  
Words of My Perfect Teacher, https://amzn.to/36bZN9j
Buddhism: Introducing the Buddhist Experience, updated: https://amzn.to/36kvIEn, older (less expensive): https://amzn.to/3JzjBll  
Loppon-la’s refuge video: https://youtu.be/R8LCpYo-ARQ   
Learn more about Mayum Mountain and join their mailing list: https://www.mayummountain.net/ 
And get Loppon-la’s wonderful novels (they’re written for young adults, but I enjoyed them a lot!): https://amzn.to/3KNiFdb 
May you and all beings be well.

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