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Ahimsa Philosophy

7 articles on Ahimsa Philosophy from Jain Bharati, Jain Avenue, published 2004–2023. Each entry has a summary of the article; open it for the full summary, citation and original PDF.

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Articles on Ahimsa Philosophy

  1. Ahimsa and Veganism

    By Mrs. Pramoda Chitrabhanu · Jain Avenue, 2023

    The article discusses the principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) in Jainism, emphasizing its comprehensive application beyond mere non-killing to include compassion, harmlessness, and the avoidance of harmful thoughts, words, and actions. It highlights the…

  2. अहिंसा एवं व्यक्तित्व विकास मनोवैज्ञानिक दृष्टि

    By डॉ. मधु जैन · Jain Bharati, 2012

    The text explores the concepts of violence (hinsa) and non-violence (ahinsa), arguing that ahinsa is often misunderstood as impractical or cowardly, but is in fact a profound and applicable principle. It explains that personality development involves three…

  3. विक्षिप्त समाज का उपचार है हिंदस्वराज

    By राजीव वोरा · Jain Bharati, 2012

    The text argues that nonviolence (ahinsa) is a life-principle for determining and controlling behavior, not merely a topic for philosophical discussion. It identifies two major causes for concern: a declining ability to recognize various forms of injustice,…

  4. भगवान महावीर और आचार्यश्री भिक्षु का अहिंसा दर्शन

    By साध्वी विमलप्रज्ञा · Jain Bharati, 2012

    The text discusses the concept of ahimsa (non-violence) as presented by Lord Mahavira and Acharya Shri Bhikshu. It contrasts Mahavira's absolute, spiritual ahimsa, focused on self-discipline and purity of the soul, with later interpretations that introduced…

  5. लोक में व्याप्त है- अहिंसा-हिंसा

    Jain Bharati, 2012

    The text explores the nature of non-violence (ahimsa) and violence (himsa) in society. It notes that sages, ascetics, and thinkers like Shraman Mahavira and Mahatma Gandhi have extensively discussed and practiced non-violence. While non-violence has often…

  6. अहिंसा - करुणा

    Jain Bharati, 2004

    The text explores the concepts of compassion (karuna) and mercy (daya), noting their similar meanings but distinct implications in the context of non-violence (ahimsa). It references historical debates on these topics, particularly those involving Acharya…

  7. अहिंसा : अस्तित्व की सुरक्षा

    Jain Bharati, 2004

    The text discusses the concept of violence (himsa) as defined in Jain philosophy, particularly through the teachings of Lord Mahavira. It asserts that violence is not merely the act of killing but includes evil tendencies of the mind, speech, and body. These…