Articles on Social Harmony
Asoka's Dharma: Non-Violence and Moral Virtues
By Amulya Chandra Sen · Jain Avenue, 2023
Emperor Asoka's edicts emphasize moral and ethical principles aimed at fostering social harmony and personal well-being. Key virtues include compassion for all living beings, non-violence (ahimsa), and respect for diverse groups such as Brahmins, ascetics,…
सफर आधी शताब्दी का
Jain Bharati, 2013
The text reflects on five decades of leadership within the Terapanth religious order, emphasizing the importance of disciplined, knowledgeable, and character-driven organizations over individual effort. The author acknowledges personal failures but takes…
अध्यात्म की चौखट पर ढाई शती
Jain Bharati, 2009
The Terapanth religious order, founded by Sant Bhikhanji, completes 250 years on the seventh of the month. The establishment day is the full moon of Ashadh. Sant Bhikhanji himself stated he never intended to create an organization; his sole aim upon…
दुराग्रह, आग्रह और अनेकांत
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text discusses the concepts of insistence (āgraha), non-insistence (anāgraha), and obstinacy (durāgraha) in human nature. It states that non-insistence is a natural quality of humanity and a sign of rational thinking, while obstinacy can disrupt social…
अनेकांत के आलोक में सत्य का दर्शन : महाप्रज्ञ दृष्टि
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text discusses the philosophy of Anekanta (non-absolutism) as propounded by Lord Mahavira and later developed by Acharya Mahapragya. It argues that Anekanta is not merely a metaphysical doctrine but a comprehensive approach to life, addressing the gap…
मनुष्य और सामुदायिकता
Jain Bharati, 2007
The text explores the nuanced distinction between a group (samuh) and a community (samuday). While a group can consist of either humans or animals, a community is inherently human, implying shared responsibility, discipline, and mutuality. The discussion…
साहस और सहिष्णुता
Jain Bharati, 2007
The text discusses the essential relationship between courage and tolerance in human life. It argues that courage is only meaningful when accompanied by sufficient tolerance, just as truth without grace can become unbearable. While a courageous person may…
लोकतंत्र और मर्यादा
Jain Bharati, 2007
Every being has its own boundaries, and without them, life becomes valueless. Humans, as the most developed beings, possess unmatched intellect and energy, making boundaries essential for them. Without limits, various inequalities arise in society, which are…
शीलन
Jain Bharati, 2006
The text discusses the concept of a classless society, exploring the motivations and means for non-violence. It suggests that the inspiration and methods for non-violence are as abundant as the power and influence a society possesses. A classless society is…
कर्म, श्रम और स्वधर्म
Jain Bharati, 2005
The text explores the relationship between work, labor, and personal duty, asserting that all living beings must engage in labor, and for humans, this constitutes a form of personal duty. It references Indian philosophical traditions, such as the Bhagavad…
अहिंसा अमृत
By शुभू पटवा · Jain Bharati, 2004
The text discusses the concept of non-violence (ahimsa) in contemporary times, noting that while many nations and individuals speak of non-violence, they often rely on destruction and violence to solve problems. It acknowledges that non-violence is widely…
विमर्श
By डॉ. ए. पी. जे. अब्दुल कलाम · Jain Bharati, 2003
The text presents a reflection on national and spiritual development, attributed to A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. It discusses the challenges faced by the nation, including invasions and colonialism, and emphasizes the need to balance material progress with spiritual…
जीवन के रंग
Jain Bharati, 2003
The text explores the dualities of life, such as complexity and simplicity, success and failure, and joy and sorrow, suggesting that a successful life achieves harmony between these opposing forces. It argues that life is not merely divided into success and…
शीलन
By किशन पटनायक · Jain Bharati, 2001
The text discusses the concept of values as a fundamental component of culture. It explains that while culture contains many elements, its basic part consists of values, which are the factors that make life healthy, meaningful, and dynamic. Values are often…
मर्यादा का मर्म
By शुभू पटवा · Jain Bharati, 2001
The text discusses the distinction between freedom and licentiousness, arguing that what is often perceived as freedom can actually be a form of bondage when it lacks boundaries. It states that unrestrained self-centeredness leads to social inequality,…
जर्द होती जीवन-पोथी
Jain Bharati, 2000
The text discusses the concept of "Marryada Mahotsav," a festival observed by the Terapanth religious organization for the past 136 years on the day of Magh Shukla Saptami. This festival is dedicated to upholding "Marryada" (discipline or boundary), which the…