3 Refuges and 5 Precepts at BBM - Sept 20

Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM Berkeley Buddhist Monastery

The Three Refuges and Five Precepts Ceremony (detailed explanation) is an opportunity to take refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha and to receive the Five Precepts. It is an important step on the Buddhist path to awakening, a commitment to ground our lives in wisdom and compassion rather than seeking lasting refuge in worldly pursuits.

The Five Precepts are (1) not killing (including vegetarianism in this lineage), (2) not stealing, (3) refraining from sexual misconduct, (4) not lying, and (5) not taking intoxicants. They offer clear and practical guidance for living with greater kindness, care, and awareness. If you have any questions about these, please ask.

The ceremony will be conducted in English, with explanations of the meaning of the refuges and precepts. Those who have received them before are also warmly invited to participate as a way of renewing their commitment.

Whether you are taking refuge and precepts for the first time or returning to renew them, you are invited to join.

There is no charge for the ceremony. Participants are welcome to make an offering for the ceremony as you wish.

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