Question asked by Sabina G.
Dear Pastors, I have questions on the Eight Mahayana Precepts that can be taken for one day; I have Refuge Vows and Bodhisattva Vows and I never took the Eight Mahayana Precepts yet.
In order to take the Eight Mahayana Precepts, do I need to receive them the first time from a Teacher or can I do it on my own? I ask because after searching on internet I didn't find a totally clear answer on this point. In case we can take the Eight Precepts on our own, do you have any link to how it should be done? I mean recitation, visualizations, the whole thing.
I am aware it is a big enough topic, Thanks so much for your time, patience and all that you do!
It is important to take the vows from someone who has it. After that, you can take the vows on your own infront of the three jewels.