Threefold Training

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The Threefold Training (三學), or 戒、定、慧, is typically translated to "Precepts, Concentration, Wisdom".

1. 戒 (Precepts): Refers to moral disciplines or rules that one should follow in Buddhism. It's about abstaining from unwholesome actions and engaging in positive behavior.

2. 定 (Concentration): Refers to meditation or mindfulness. It's about focusing the mind and developing clarity and tranquility.

3. 慧 (Wisdom): Refers to the insight or understanding of the true nature of reality, such as the understanding of the Four Noble Truths or the concept of non-self.

These three are considered the fundamental practices in Buddhism and are often referred to as the "Threefold Training". They are seen as the path to enlightenment.