In Thai, we usually use the term “Pra Ratanatrai” to refer to the Triple Gem. The word “Pra” refers to “high” or “sacred” things while the word “Ratana” means gem, and “Trai” means triple. Also, the Triple Gem is one of the major practices of mental “reflection” in Buddhism; the reflection on the true qualities of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha. These reflecting qualities are called the “Mirror of the Dhamma” in the Maha Parinibbana Suttha and help the practitioner attain the true “mind like a mirror”. The Three Jewels are: