The three jewels

The Three Jewels are living symbols, objects of commitment and devotion in the life of every Buddhist.

The Buddha Jewel: symbol of Enlightenment, particularly as embodied in Siddhartha Gautama, the man who discovered the path to human perfection.

The Dharma Jewel: symbol of the path itself, the teachings and practices that help each individual towards Enlightenment.

The Sangha Jewel: symbol of the fellowship enjoyed by those whose lives are based on the quest for Enlightenment.

This authoritative book, by an outstanding Western Buddhist teacher, explains the pivotal importance of these Three Jewels. To understand the Three Jewels is to understand the central ideal and principles of Buddhism. To have some insight into them is to touch their very heart.