Q : Explain Tri Ratna in Buddhism ?
Ans. : The Buddha.
He had cultivated all the great virtues, wisdom and enlightenment developed His spiritual power and gave us His noble Teachings. Even though the physical presence of the Teacher is no more with us, His Teachings have remained for the benefit of mankind. Similarly, the man who discovered electricity is no more with us, yet by using his knowledge, the effect of his wisdom still remains. The illumination that we enjoy today is the result of his wisdom. The scientists who discovered atomic energy are no longer living, but the knowledge to use it remains with us. Likewise the Noble Teachings given us through the Buddha's wisdom and enlightenment, are most effective power for people to draw inspiration from. When we remember Him and respect Him, we develop confidence in Him. When we recite or listen to the words uttered by Him, we invoke the power of His blessings.