Articles on Spiritual Awakening
Guru's and God's Grace
By Neville Maneck Gyara · Jain Avenue, 2023
The author recounts a pivotal moment in their life nearly 50 years ago when, as a child returning home from school, they witnessed a large herd of goats and sheep being led to slaughter, marked with colorful symbols. The sight deeply disturbed them, prompting…
अपने घर लौट आना है ध्यान
By डॉ. शान्ता जैन · Jain Bharati, 2014
The text explores the nature of meditation (dhyana), describing it as the source of bliss that occurs when one is not engaged in any action, thought, or speech. It emphasizes that meditation is not merely closing one's eyes and sitting, but involves first…
हम तो कबहु न निज घर आए
Jain Bharati, 2013
A shepherd once went to a king's court to plead his case, but guards stopped him at the outer gate due to his poor appearance. Despite his pleas, the guards showed no pity. Whenever questioned, he repeated a riddle, leading the guards to think him mad. They…
भीतर की और
Jain Bharati, 2013
The text explores the necessity of finding a new direction in life, moving away from a focus on material wealth and sensory experiences. It argues that humanity has become entangled in a web of its own making by pursuing worldly objects and pleasures. The…
अपूर्व रात : विलक्षण वात
Jain Bharati, 2013
On 17 February 1987, in Satada village, doctors Shyamsukha and Vinayakia examined the author and discussed his health. They strongly advised changes to his lifestyle, including limiting walking to under five kilometers, reducing pace, avoiding midday walks…
शीलन
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text appears to be a fragment from a Gujarati-language magazine dated June 2009, titled "Jain Bharati." The content discusses the development of a nation or community through various domains including art, science, commerce, exercise, sports, society, and…
पुरिसा : परमरखक्खू विप्परक्रमेडजा
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text discusses the concept of human effort (purushartha) and its importance in spiritual and worldly life. It contrasts theistic and atheistic philosophical views, noting that theistic philosophers believe God is the primary cause of everything, while…
आस्था : स्वयं के प्रति
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text explores the concept of self-reliance in spiritual practice, emphasizing that true faith must be centered on oneself rather than on external figures. It argues that a guru’s role is to guide disciples toward self-discovery and independence, not to…
अनुभूति
By अज्ञेय · Jain Bharati, 2006
The text is a fragment from a publication, likely a magazine, dated November 2006. It contains a mix of Gujarati and Hindi script, with some English letters and symbols interspersed. The content appears to be a philosophical or literary reflection, possibly a…
जैन भारती : आधे दशक की तीर्थयात्रा
Jain Bharati, 2005
The text discusses the publication "Jain Bharati," emphasizing its commitment to presenting diverse viewpoints rather than mere preaching, allowing readers to form their own judgments. It highlights the magazine's focus on ethical and spiritual awakening,…
उट्ठिए णो पमायए-अनुशासन पुरुष का आर्ष सूत्र
Jain Bharati, 2004
Acharya Tulsi lived a life of constant awareness and purpose, embodying the principle of vigilance against negligence. He renounced household life at age eleven and became the head of the religious order by twenty-two, leading it for nearly sixty years. His…
मनुष्य होने का अर्थ
Jain Bharati, 2004
The text explores the distinction between mere existence and the development of consciousness, particularly in humans. It argues that while being alive and a living being is a form of evolution, the true achievement lies in the simultaneous development of…
मृत्युबोध : स्वज्ञान का आधार
Jain Bharati, 2003
The text presents a discourse on the nature of desire, death, and spiritual awakening. It begins with a story of Buddha, who, when asked how many people had attained enlightenment through his teachings, sent a questioner to survey a village. The survey…
अनुभूति
Jain Bharati, 2002
The text presents a poetic and philosophical reflection on the concept of "namak" (salt) as a metaphor for inner transformation and liberation. It describes a process where salt dissolves within, symbolizing the dissolution of ego and suffering. The narrative…
अनुभूति
Jain Bharati, 2001
The text presents a poetic and philosophical exploration of suffering, consciousness, and the natural world. It opens with questions about the nature of pain and the accounts that consciousness must settle, suggesting a deep introspection on the burdens…
आत्मज्ञान क्या है
By जिद्दू कृष्णमूर्ति, जे. कृष्णमूर्ति, डॉ. महादेव राम विश्वकर्मा · Jain Bharati, 2001
This article explores Jiddu Krishnamurti’s philosophy of self-knowledge, or *atma-gyan*, which he distinguishes from the conventional concept of *atma* (soul). Krishnamurti, born in 1895 in Andhra Pradesh, was identified by theosophist C.W. Leadbeater as a…