Application of Principles of the Triple Gem in Organizations for a Society of Happiness Creation

Abstract

This article aims to study application of principle of the Triple Gem in organizations to create a society of happiness. The article explores this topic through Buddhist concepts and related literature. It reveals that applying the principles of the Triple Gem in organizations is a deep study of Buddhism to develop faith in the Triple Gem as a true refuge in order to build a correct faith according to Buddhist teachings before practicing. This means having belief in what is reasonable and worthy of belief, such as faith in moral goodness, and the belief that good deeds bring good outcomes while bad deeds bring bad consequences, etc. The process begins with cultivating faith in the Triple Gem, leading to formally declaring oneself a Buddhist (Buddhamāmaka), acknowledging the Triple Gem as one’s spiritual refuge and observing the five precepts to properly integrate the teachings of the Buddha into their daily lives. This includes regularly examining one’s behavior to identify any inappropriate actions and then guide proper adjustments in behavior based on the foundation of generosity (Dāna), morality (Sīla), mental cultivation (Bhāvanā), etc.