Articles on Jain Dharma Principles
Sri Acharanga Sutra: Core of Jain Dharma
By Sejal Shah (Ph.D.) · Jain Avenue, 2023
The text discusses the significance of the Sri Acharanga Sutra, a foundational Jain scripture considered the first sermon of the Tirthankara and central to Jain Dharma. It emphasizes Jainism's focus on conduct-oriented spiritual practice, where actions hold…
Forgiveness: Key to Peace, Health, and Spiritual Wellbeing in Jain Dharma
By Sejal Zaveri · Jain Avenue, 2023
The January 2023 special edition of the Jain Dharma publication focuses on forgiveness as a path to peace, harmony, and spiritual liberation. Forgiveness, or Kshama, is highlighted as a transformative virtue that releases individuals from past traumas,…
Celebrating Mahavira Jayanti: Relevance of Jainism's Timeless Values in Modern Times
Jain Avenue, 2022
This article from the April 2022 issue of *Jain Avenue* highlights the enduring relevance of Jainism and the teachings of Lord Mahavir in addressing contemporary challenges. It positions Jainism as a comprehensive tradition encompassing philosophy,…
Ahimsa 110 Practice: Non-Violence in Daily Life and Character
By Sejal Shah (Ph.D.) · Jain Avenue, 2022
The article emphasizes the critical relevance of practicing non-violence (Ahimsa) in addressing global challenges like pollution, poverty, terrorism, and intolerance. Dr. Sejal Shah argues that mere advocacy for non-violence is insufficient; it must be…
Jainism's Environmental Wisdom: Ahimsa and Interdependence
Jain Avenue, 2021
The text discusses the principles of Jainism, particularly its emphasis on environmental harmony and non-violence. Central to Jain philosophy is the concept of *Parasparopgraho Jivandam*, which highlights the interconnectedness of all life and the principle…
Scientific Principles in Jain Philosophy: Ahimsa, Aparigraha, Anekantavada
By Geeta Mehta · Jain Avenue, 2021
The article explores the scientific and philosophical dimensions of Jainism, emphasizing its realistic, rationalistic, and scientific principles. It highlights the concept of the Kevali, an enlightened being with omniscience, as described in Jain texts like…
Mahapragya’s Principle of Equivalence of Soul
By Mahaveer Raj Gelra · Jain Avenue, 2021
The text discusses Dr. Mahaveer Raj Gelra's exploration of Mahapragya's principle of soul equivalence, emphasizing that all human beings, regardless of caste, creed, or religion, share inherent equality. Mahapragya, as noted in the Acharang-Bhashya, asserts…
Sallekhana: Jain Perspective on End-of-Life Practices
By Vijay K. Jain, Shugan Chand Jain, Aastha Mehta, Christopher Chapple · Jain Avenue, 2021
The text discusses the Jain concept of sallekhana, a practice considered the zenith of human life, particularly for householders approaching death. It clarifies that sallekhana involves gradually abandoning physical and internal passions as death nears,…
अहिंसा का महत्त्वपूर्ण अंग — स्याद्वाद
By भूपेंद्र मूथा · Jain Bharati, 2013
The text explores the centrality of non-violence (ahimsa) in Jain philosophy, emphasizing that it extends beyond physical harm to include mental, verbal, and social dimensions. It defines ahimsa as refraining from negative thoughts, harsh words, exploitation,…
शीलन
By प्रो. कल्याणमल लोढ़ा · Jain Bharati, 2011
The PDF content discusses the eternal principles of humanity, emphasizing that true greatness and superiority lie in the timeless virtues of morality, not in superficial displays or rituals. It references Vishnu, who transformed a kick into a sacred mark…
स्वतंत्रता का सूत्रधार : जैन धर्म-दर्शन
Jain Bharati, 2005
The text explores the core principles of Jainism, emphasizing the inseparable relationship between non-violence (ahimsa) and equanimity (samata). It asserts that without equanimity, non-violence cannot develop, and without non-violence, equanimity cannot be…