I. Objective:

Taking refuge in the Triple Gem is the foundation of practicing Buddhism, while receiving the Five Precepts and upholding the Ten Wholesome Deeds are the basics of all precepts. Through upholding the Three Refuges and the Five Precepts, we will receive the blessing of the Triple Gem, purify our body and mind, recognize our pure intrinsic nature, and discover the value of life.

II. Qualification:

All lay men and women with the resolve to take refuge and receive the Five Precepts in becoming Buddhist followers. One may choose to only take refuge or take both.

III. Date:

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 9:00 am- 5:30 pm

• 8:00am – 8:50am: Check-in (Outside of Conference Room)
• 9:00am – 9:50am: Class
• 10:10am -11:20am: Precept Lecture
• 11:30am – 12:10pm: Meditative Meal
• 12:30pm – 1:30pm: Buddhist Etiquette
• 1:50pm – 2:40pm: Ceremonial Training
• 3:00pm – 5:00pm: Ceremony
• 5:00pm – 5:20pm: Group Photo
• 5:20pm: Receiving Certificate

IV. Triple Gem Refuge & Five Precepts Seminar

Apr 27, 2025(Sun)

2:30pm – 5:00pm (Check-in at 1:30pm)

@ Conference room

This seminar is mandatory for all participants as participants will receive their registration letter. Five preceptee will have their photo taken for their certificate at check-in.

V. Continuous Learning after the Ceremony:

May 17 (Sat)

• 9:30am ~ 12:00pm

Buddhist Classes

• 2:00pm ~ 4:00pm (Line-up: 1:30pm)

Celebration of FGS 59th anniversary: Sutra Transcription

May 24 (Sat)

• 8:30am – 9:00pm (7:45am check-in)

Eight Precepts Retreat（Need to separately apply online. Click to Register Eight Precepts Retreat）

May 31(Sat)

• 9:30am ~ 12:00pm

Buddhist Classes

VI. Registration Letter:

You will receive the registration letter on April 27, 2025 when you come for the Triple Gem Refuge & Five Precepts Seminar.

VII. To Apply:

>> Please click to Register Online

VIII. Other:

1) For renewing precepts, please bring your own precept robe.

2) For the new five preceptee, please bring black haiqing robe, wear white/plain top, black/dark pants, and black arhat shoes or flat-soledshoes.

3) Please do not bring with you any items of great value such as jewelry etc.

IX. Fees:

Donation are welcome. Suggested donation for precept robe ($25US)

X. Contact Information:

Address: 3456 Glenmark Drive, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745

Tel: (626) 923-5112

Website: www.hsilai.org

Email: program@ibps.org

** Please Note: This event will be held together with Triple Gem Refuge Ceremony on 5/3 at Hsi Lai Temple.