Teachings given during a refuge ceremony. Topics include the motivation for refuge and the benefits of taking vows. 

Teachings prior to a refuge ceremony on topics including the suffering nature of samsara, refuge practice and precepts 

A talk by Lama Yeshe at a refuge ceremony in Madrid, Spain.

Lama Yeshe explains why it is worthwhile to take refuge in that which can truly liberate us—the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha.

Clarifying the meaning of refuge, as the first step on the Buddhist path

Lama Zopa Rinpoche summarizes the benefits of taking refuge

Mahayana refuge has three causes - fear, faith and compassion

Detailed instructions on the refuge preliminary practice, compiled and edited by Ven. Thubten Wongmo

Each time we generate a realization in our mind, we have received a blessing

How Guru Shakyamuni guides sentient beings.