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Sangha (Buddhism)

Sangha is a Sanskrit word that the Buddhist people use to describe a community of people who follow the Buddha's teachings. It is like a special club for people who believe and follow the same things. They help each other out and try to do good things together. They believe in the Three Jewels, which are the Buddha, the Dharma (the Buddha's teachings), and the Sangha. In Buddhism, the Sangha refers to both the monks and the nuns who live in monasteries and follow strict rules to help them focus on their religious practices. Additionally, it can refer to anyone who practices Buddhism and is part of the Buddhist community. So, think of it as a big group of friends who are all trying to live good lives and understand the Buddha's teachings.