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Jain Philosophy (2) 06 – Panchächär (Five Codes of Conduct)

Jain Philosophy (2) 06 – Panchächär (Five Codes of Conduct) Nänammi Dansanammi A Charanammi Tavammi Tahay Viriyammi Äyaranam Äyäro Ea Eso Panchahä Bhanio      – Panchächär Sutra Knowledge, faith, conduct, austerities and vigor constitute the fivefold code of conduct Religion has two major aspects.  One deals with the principles and…

Jain Philosophy (2) 04 – Ratna_trayi Moksha Märg (Threefold Path of Liberation)

Jain Philosophy (2) 04 – Ratna_trayi Moksha Märg (Threefold Path of Liberation) Threefold Path of Liberation (Ratna_trayi) The association of the soul with karmic matter masks the inherent qualities of the soul. Jain philosophy, asserts that a person obtains everlasting happiness when karma is completely removed from the soul.   Jainism…

Jain Philosophy (2) 03 – Dharma and Its Significance

Jain Philosophy (2) 03 – Dharma and Its Significance Everyone has his or her own individual meaning of what religion is. To some it represents good conduct and humanitarianism, to others, meditation and philosophy, yet to others it may be about ceremonies and rituals. These are all various aspects of…

Jain Philosophy (2) 02 – Pancha Parmeshtis (Five Reverend Personalities)

Jain Philosophy (2) 02 – Pancha Parmeshtis (Five Reverend Personalities) Namaskär Mahämantra Namo Arihantänam Namo Siddhänam Namo Äyariyänam Namo Uvajjhäyänam Namo Loe Savva Sähunam Eso Pancha Namukkäro Savva Päva Ppanäsano Mangalänam Cha Savvesim Padhamam Havai Mangalam Namo Arihantänam I bow to Arihantas who have achieved enlightenment by overcoming inner enemies…

Jain Philosophy (2) 01 – Jain Concept of God and Universe

Jain Philosophy (2) 01 – Jain Concept of God and Universe Jain Concept of God The subcontinent of India, a cradle of civilization, is also the birthplace of three great religious traditions of the world: Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. The Jain religion and its philosophy being one of the oldest,…

Chapter 28 – Six Essentials (Ävashyaka)

Chapter 28 – Six Essentials (Ävashyaka) Jainism is a very practical religion, which helps us in every day affairs of life.   Jainism has to be practiced and lived.   Jain ethics is meant for all men and women in every walk of life. Contemplation of the soul is the main part…

Chapter 27 – Bhävanä (Reflections)

Chapter 27 – Bhävanä (Reflections) Jain religion puts a significant emphasis on the thought process of a human being.  A person’s behavior and his actions are the reflection of his internal thoughts.   It is not only the action but also intention behind the action results in the accumulation of Karma. …

Chapter 26 – Leshyäs – State of Mind and Karmic Stains

Chapter 26 – Leshyäs – State of Mind and Karmic Stains Leshyä  means  state  of  mind.    In  Jainism,  a  great  deal  of  importance  has  been  given  to Leshyäs.   Our activities reflect the state of our mind. Classification of Leshyäs : Let us understand how a person with different Leshyäs behaves…

Chapter 23 – Punya (Good Deeds)

Chapter 23 – Punya (Good Deeds) Why are some people in more desirable situations than the others? Why are some rich while others  struggle?  Why  do  some  suffer  more  sickness  than  others? The  answer  to  such  a disparity lies in the understanding of the Punya and the Päp.   What are…

Chapter 21 – Theory of Karma and Reincarnation

Chapter 21 – Theory of Karma and Reincarnation We have seen that our comfortable or uncomfortable situations lie in the activities undertaken by us during this life or earlier lives.   Thus, this assumes a theory of rebirth.   It is the law of nature that we reap what we sow.   However,…

Chapter 17 – Six Substances Part I – Living Beings (Jiv)

Chapter 17 – Six Substances Part I – Living Beings (Jiv) Jain Philosophy does not give credence to the theory that the God is the creator, survivor, or destroyer of the universe.   On the contrary, it asserts that the universe has always existed and will always exist in exact adherence…

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