JAINA Convention 1991 07 Northern California

Author(s): Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA
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July 4-6, '91
6TH BIENNIAL
JAINA
CONVENTION
STANFORD, CALIFORNIA HOSTED BY Jain Center of Northern California
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“Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation"
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Girnar Hills Jain Temples. Gujrat
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With compliments from The Chandaria Family
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CONTENTS
Welcome
6th Biennial
JAINA Convention Stanford, California
"Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation"
Convention Committee - Convener
- Chairperson Jain Center of N. Calif. - President A Mission We Must Not Fail
By Sulekh Jain, President of JAINA News & Announcement
Feature Articles
Chief Editors Pravin Turakhia (Souvenir) 33654 Caliban Drive Fremont, CA 94555 Surendra K. Jain (Jain Digest) 3 Ransom Road Athens, OH 45701
"Jainism is not a sector just one more conflicting ideology - It is a way of thinking and living." ...Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanu
Assistant Editors Gautam B. Doshi (Souvenir) Kimberly Germovsek (Jain Digest)
Souvenir Within
the Souvenir
Essence of Spirit of Jainism
By Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanu Birth Control and Jainism
By N. Tatia and Prof. P. S. Jaini Jainism and the Western World
By Satishkumar Jain Jain Religious Practices
By Dulichandra Jain Evolution of Jainism in N. America
Survey by Surendra Singhvi Jain Scriptures By Narendra Sheth JAINA Library Report By Prem Gada Planning the Convention By Mintu Turakhia Peace - A Special Poem By Tejal Turakhia India: The Foundation of Our Culture and Heritage By Sheetal Vora Keeping Jainism Alive By Amar Salagia The Jain Rap By Meenesh Bhimani Jains' Domain By Seema Bhimani, Shruti Parekh,
Chintan Turakhia Indo American Receive Best, Worst of Two Distinct Cultures By Sudhanshu Jain Jainism A Pillar for Support By Anuja Shah Youth Must Carry On By Mihir Meghani Young Jains of America, Crucial for Future
By Urmila Talsania The Crew By Shruti Parekh
Youth Corner Editor Mintu Turakhia Assistant Editor Meenesh Bhimani
Welcome
to
the Convention
Contents in this souvenir, does not necessarily reflect the views of the editors.
JAINA Youth
We regret for any unintentional errors and omissions.
5 Corner
Winning Essays
Printing Copy-N-Print 1358 Fairmont Drive San Leandro, CA 94578
Front cover design Pravin Turakhia
Ahimsa: A solution to All Problems
By Suketu Khandar Jainism: A Technology for Peace
By Ushma Shah Shrimad Rajchandra
By Neha and Namrata Patel Reports, Book Review. Awards and Marriage Information We Thank....
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JAINA Youth Corner design & layout Mintu Turakhia
Acknowledgements
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR LEO MCCARTHY
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RESOLUTION
SIXTH BIENNIAL NATIONAL CONVENTION OF FEDERATION OF JAIN ASSOCIATIONS IN NORTH AMERICA
WHEREAS, this year marks the tenth anniversary of the Jain
Associations in North America; and
WHEREAS, Indo-American Jains from all over the United States are
assembling in Northern California for a celebration; and
WHEREAS, this national convention focuses on the revival and
continuance of Jain heritage to its youth and unites Young Jains for their first major conference; and
WHEREAS, Jains have always embraced humanitarian notions of non
violence, human rights, and environmental preservation; and
WHEREAS, the Jain Associations In North America uses these and
other ideals of the Jain perspective to set the direction of the Indo-American community for the next decade; and
WHEREAS, the Jain community has made vast contributions in
science, business, health, and the arts for the betterment of the quality of life for all Californians; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, that I, Lieutenant Governor Leo McCarthy, on behalf of
the people of the State of California, commend the Jain Associations In North America for their exemplary leadership and efforts to teach and perpetuate the Jain tradition's values and beliefs.
I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of California to be affixed this fourth day of July, Nineteen Hundred and Ninety-one.
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Message from
Dr. L. M. Singhvi Indian High Commissioner, U.K.
"The convention on the Jain heritage and its great potentialities in the field of Ecology and nonviolence is a landmark event, providing an opportunity for going to the roots of that heritage and mapping of its routes for its future. It is my view that it is essential to illumine and underline the vision which makes the heritage of Jainism vital and relevant not only for our day and age but also for all our tomorrows.
An understanding of the essence of that heritage and a rational and purposeful dissemination of that understanding is the first pre-requisite to the task of handing over the best of that heritage to the next generation. There has to be a holistic interpretation and presentation of the noble heritage of basic ideas which constitute the sheet anchor of Jainism. The creation of a whole new body of literature based on an authentic analysis of the sacred texts ought to be a high priority. This literature should be an authentic and simplified restatement. It should be presented in a language to which the people in different countries would find it easy to relate to.
The Indogenic Jains spread all over the world have an important role to play in a careful attempt to create and disseminate this new body of literature while at the same time making the ancient texts more accessible. It is also necessary to provide for a serious study of the ancient scriptural texts and other literature which is found in Prakrit, Sanskrit, Tamil, Kannada, Gujarati, Marathi and Hindi. Bibliographic studies should also be encouraged. Library centres should be created. A programme of scholarly analysis appraisal and communication should be encouraged. Universities like Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard as well as other universities shold be prompted and persuaded to establish chairs and lectureships for specialised teaching and research.
All this is essential because the scholarly traditions of Jainism ought not to be allowed to be lost. It is equally important that the tradition of mass communication among the Jains ought to be maintained and augmented. It is important to take the message of Jainism not only to the Jains or to other Indogenic people but also to people of other nationalities of Jainism is to achieve a place of pride in the comity of relgions and philosophical traditions.
Social communication and programme activities are also very necessary to build up a larger sense of belonging not only among those who believe in its tenets. Even among those who are born in the Jain traditions, customs and usage, it is necessary to cultivate their awareness of Jainism and win their allegiance to it on the basis of reason and good sense and in terms of contemporary relevance.
The younger generation is a questioning generation and Jainism believes in asking and answering basic questions on a scientific basis. Sachham Bhagwan, Truth is the Supreme God and Master, said Bhagwan Mahavir. What is more, Jainism raised and resolved many complex issues of ethics, equality, and human obligations to all living being including Nature.
The contribution of Jainism to ecology and the special feature of Jainism as a religion of ecology must be highlighted. I would say in all humility that whereas all other religions and philosophical systems have developed approaches to environment, Jainism made its commitment to environment an inseparable and integral part of its creed.
It is necessary to reflect on the conceptual foundations and the application technologies of nonviolence (Ahimsa) and relativism (Anekant) envisioned by Jainism as the foundation of civilised society for there is a boundless potential in the philosophy of relativism and non-violence for world peace and for a re-ordering of human relations so as to build a more just and human order based on human dignity and human rights.
The future of this great heritage of India is in the hands of the youth and I hope that every effort would be made to broadbase the conceptualisation and the blueprinting of Jain heritage for the next generation in terms of a universal appeal. Once again I send my choicest good wishes to the convention."
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MESSAGES FROM WELL-WISHERS
Please accept my felicitations for arranging such a Convention and especially for selecting the theme of the same "Extending Jain Heritage to the next generation".... I wish the Convention grand suc
cess.
I am very happy to note that though people who have left India their cultural roots are still in India and have not forgotten their roots. The next generation definitely requires guidance to the Jain philosophy. One must know the Heritage of Jainism to be given to the next generation.
J. C. Shah, Advocate Shah & Sanghavi, Bombay
I send my best wishes for a very successful Convention.
....Congratulate you for taking this mamoth task of arranging this convention and inviting Jain Monks, Jain Scholars and Jains from all over the world.
C. M. Shah Ahmedabad
Sharayu Daftary Bharat Radiators Ltd., Bombay
It is heartening to note that Jain community of 40,000 strong and vibrant people are maintaining our cultral, spiritual and religious heritage in foreign land and in foriegn environment. I wish the convention a grand success and am sure the convention will open a diagolgue in mutual benefit.
Shrenik K. Lalbhai Shahibag, Ahmedabad
I wish the convention all success.
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I wish the Convention all success and pray Shree Swamy to bless all your efforts for the Convention with great success.
Pravin V. Mehta
Vice-Chairman, Shree Jain Sangh Dar Es Salaam, Africa
I wish the convention a great grand success & hope that our future generation will keep up our sublime traditions of peace, justice, nobility, & benevolence.

D. Verendra Heggade Dharmathala, Karnataka
Rev. Shri Atmanandji Shrimad Rajchandra Adhyatmik Sadhana Kendra Gandhinagar, Gujrat
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પ્રાર્થના અશુદ્ધાત્મા શુદ્ધાત્માને અરજ કરે છે
હે પરમેશ્વર। શુદ્ધાત્મા મારા હ્રદયને યાથી ભરપૂર કર.
હૈ સત્યા મારા હ્રદયમાં ખાવ.
હે શીલના સ્વામી! મને કુશીલથી ભષાવ. મને સંતોષથી ભરપૂર કર કે હું પવસ્તુ પર નજર ન કરુ. જે જેને ભોગવવાને તે ખાપ્યુ તે હું ના પાડું.
તું નિષ્પાપ, પૂર્ણ પવિત્ર છે. તારી પવિત્રતા મારામાં ભર. મને પાપરહિત કર જ્ઞાન, ધૈર્ય, શાંતિ અને નિર્ભયતા મને ખાપ. તારા પવિત્ર વચનથી મારા પાપ ધો.
હું ખાનંદ। મને આનંદથી ભરપૂર કર, મને તારી તરફ ખેંચ. છે, તો મારો હવે શું વાલ થશે?
હે દેવ! મે તારી ખાજ્ઞા તોડી હું પાપમાં બુડી રહ્યો છું. હું કૃપાદાનનું તેડું મારી તરફ આવ્યું કે વખત ચેતાવે છે કે આ પાપમાં પવિત્ર ખાત્માથી ભરપૂર કર.
તારી સર્વે ખાજ્ઞા પાળવાની બુદ્ધિ તથા શક્તિ મને આપ. મોહ શત્રુના કબજામાંથી મને છોડાવ. હું બાળક છું, માટે દર સમય મને બચાવ, પડવા ન દે. મને તારામાં રાખ, તું માશમા રહે, જે તારી કૃપા નજર થઈ તે પૂરી કર.
તારા સિવાય કોઈ દાતા નથી. તારી આજ્ઞાના બગીચામાંથી મને બહાર ના મૂક. તાશ શાંતિના સમુદ્ર માં મને ઝિલાવ. તારો સર્વ મહિમા મને દેખાડ.
તું ખાનંદ છે, તું પ્રેમ છે, તું યા છે, તું સત્ય છે, તું સ્થિર છે, તું ખમળ છે, તું નિર્ભય છે, તું એક શુદ્ધ નિત્ય છે, તું ખબાધિત છે, તારા અનંત અક્ષય ગુણથી મને ભરપૂર કર.
દર સમય પાપના કામમાં જ હર્ષ માની રહ્યો છું. તારી તું મને પોતા તરફ બોલાવે છે. તારી પવિત્રતા મને દર ના પેસ. માટે હવે હું તારી પવિત્રતાનુ સન્માન કરું. મને
દૈહિક કામનાથી અને વિષયની ભીખથી મારા દિલને વાર, કષાયની તૃપ્તિથી ભગાવ. મારાં સર્વે વિઘ્ન દૂર કર, કે સ્થિરતા અને આનંદથી હું તારી સિદ્ધિને અનુભવું.
મારી સર્વે શુભેચ્છા તારા વમનપસાયથી પૂર. સાયા માર્ગ બતાવનાર ગુરુના પસાયથી પૂર. મને જૂઠા હઠવાદથી અને જૂઠા ધર્મથી છોડાવ. કુગુરુના ફંદાથી બયાવ.
તારા પસાયથી મન, વચન ને શરીર આદિ જે શક્તિ હું પામ્યો છું તે સર્વે શક્તિ હું ખોટા યા પાપના કામમાં ન વાપરું, ખને ફોગટ વખત ન ગુમાવું એ બુદ્ધિ ખાપ.
તારા પસાયથી હું સર્વેને સુખનું કારણ પાઉં, કોઈને દુઃખનું કારણ ન થાઉં માટે મને સત્ય અને દયા થી ભરપૂર કર, અને જે મને યોગ્ય હોય તે આપ. ખોટા મનોરથ અને વ્યર્થ વિચારથી હમેશા બચાવ.
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CONVENTION COMMITTEE • Convener .................. Prem Jain • Chairperson ............... Pravin Turakhia • Co-Chairperson ........ Girish Shah, Himat Dagli, Navin Dedhia, Hasmukh Shah
• Sub-committees: Award/Scholar Sess .... Prof. Padmanabh Jaini Cultural Program ......... Pratibha Shah, Chandra Parekh, Bhavna Shah, Bhupen
Mehta, Surekha Patrawala, Rekha Shah, Manhar Shah,
Kalpa Mehta Exhibition Art / Book .Mahendra Shah, Pravin Turakhia, Datta Shah Facility ............. Hasmukh Shah Finance ........................ Jitendra Shah Food ............
Harilal Shah, Navin Dedhia, Rekha Mehta, Shobha Vora,
Divya Shah Fund Raising .....
Girish Shah, Kundi Kapadia, Hasmukh Shah, Bharat
Kamdar Guest Accomodation ... Arun Bhimani, Jay Itchhaporia Hotel / Motel / Airline Mintu Turakhia Medical .... ................Arun Mehta, Arvind Jaini, Dipti Itchhaporia News / T.V.................... Sunil Vora, Nivisha Shah, Girish Shah Program.............
Prem Jain, Parveen Jain Publicity ..
.Pratap Parekh, Chandu Desai, Niru Shah Reception ......................Kirti Doshi, Hiren Saraiya, Kiran Shah, Deepa Doshi, Kirit
Bavishi, Vina Chudgar Souvenir ........ .Pravin Turakhia, Gautam Doshi, Gautam Shah, Vimal
Shah, Mahendra Shah, Lina Turakhia, Mintu Turakhia,
Meenesh Bhimani, Paras Dagli, Praful Kothari Transportation ............Suresh Mehta, Rahul Herkawat Visual Audio / Video ..Bharat Shah, Nanu Ashar, Shrikant Bhalani Youth
.Tushar Shah, Mintu Turakhia, Sony Kapadia, Seema Bhimani, Meenesh Bhimani, Sheetal Vora, Nivita Dedhia, Sonya Sheth, Kartik Shah, Tania Shah, Shruti Parekh, Avinash Patil, Julita Patil, Shilpa Patil, Sudhanshu Jain, Ami Shah, Dipali Shah, Neha Dedhia, Ketan Ajmera, Suptna Bhutta, Shraddha Mehta, Samir Mehta, Reena Pungalia, Manish Saraiya, Sanjay Shah, Sejal Kamani, Jay Vasa.
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The Convention Committee's Address ....
Welcome to the 6th Biennial Convention of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America which focuses on "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation". This is an exciting and historical event for all the Jains in North America.
Let it also be a new beginning in the western world of the concept of living a life from the depth of one's tradition and beliefs and yet being open to others beliefs and viewpoints. Let us try to maintain a balance between traditional ritualistic beliefs and modern intellectual approach to our ancient religion. It is of utmost importance that we maintain this balance so as not to tum away our younger generation from a religion and faith that guides us and provides us strength to live through the thick and thin of our lives.
Members of the Jain community have assembled here to continue the important work of finding the ways of extending the Jain heritage to the next generation. The convention also focuses on the following ideas and themes:
• Unity, brotherhood and close links among Jains in North America. • Promotion of Jain literature for young Jains. • Involvement of youth in living an ethical life.
Propagate tenets and ideals of Jainism - Ahimsa, Peace, Vegetarianism. • Bhagwan Mahavir's message to young Jains for the 21st century.
• The Jain - American compromise: Can our youth survive in America without sacrificing the basic elements of Jainism?
Jainism v/s Jainology: Should our heritage be taught to our youth as a religion or a science?
We would like to thank the JAINA for providing the opportunity to host the 6th Biennial Convention. We would especially like to thank the many volunteers who have worked very hard for many months to make this a successful event. It has been a total community effort.
Hereby with utmost appreciation gratitude and reverence, we thank all the Acharyas, Munis, Bhattaraks, Shamanijis, Scholars, Dignitaries and Jain and Non-Jain participants for gracing this convention with their presence and for giving us an opportunity to listen their views. We also take this opportunity to thank all other Jain and Non-Jain members, friends and relatives for attending this convention and providing us with an opportunity to extend our hospitality,
Editorial Pravin Turakhia, Convention Chairperson
It is my distinct priviledge and honor to welcome you all to the 6th Biennial Jaina convention. The dedication of many enthusiastic young and adult Jain for over a period of fifteen months is largely responsible for making this convention a reality. These efforts will be worthwhile only if we fulfill our mission of "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation;" - the main theme of this convention.
I must emphasize that we should not mistakenly extend "our" heritage in the field of religion - a religion which basically believes in Ahimsa - Non-violence of mind, speech, body and actions - to the younger generation. We should leave aside all of our differences, rigid views, beliefs and dogmatism beyond the reach of our young Jains, so that they can have a fresh and clear start towards the end of their mission.
Today is the 4th of July, and America is celebrating independence day. For a true Jain, however, the independence day will be the day when he comes out as a winner by getting rid of all his Karma through the path of salvation.
I strongly urge all young Jains to be a part of this convention. This convention will help answer some of your questions thereby enabling you to lead a better life.
I would like to thank all dignitaries, delegates, participants, voluenteers, supporters and donors for helping us achieve our mission.
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परस्परोपग्रह जीवानाम्
President:
Hasmukh T. Shah 408-274-7864
Vice President: Prem Jain
415-770-0503 Harilal Shah 415-522-4090
Secretary: Arun Bhimani 415-482-0860
Treasurer: Jitendra B. Shah 408-729-7916
Public Relations Pratap Parekh 408-996-0735
Members at Large: Sharda Shah 415-538-6781 Anil Vasaria 415-967-8958 Kirti Doshi 415-792-1652 Gautam Doshi 408-737-0741 Sanjay Jain
408-744-0640 Narenidra Shah 408-997-2455
Sudha Shah 415-523-0899 Divya Shah 408-265-3398
Rekha Mehta 408-226-2217 Shobha Vora 408-997-9899
Youth Committee:
Mintu Turakhia Meenesh Bhimani Seema Bhimani
Tushar Shah
Nivita Dedhia
Manish Saraiya Sheetal Vora
Ex-Officio:
Pravin Turakhia 415-794-9700
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JAIN CENTER OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
2983 Mitton Drive, San Jose, CA 95148
A Historical Perspective by: Hasmukh Shah
(President - Jain Center of Northern California)
The Jain Center of Northern California, welcomes you to attend the 6th Biennial Convention of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA) at Stanford University, California.
Behind this convention stands Bay Area Jain community who have been working hard for the past 16 months to make it a memorable event in the history. Adults as well as youths from this community also welcome you to this great event. The Jain Center was originally named as Jain Milan. It was established in 1975 as a socioreligious forum for Jains to observe and perform the Jain auspicious events (Mahavir Jayanti, Paryushana Mahaparva, Diwali, etc.), to preserve Jain culture for future generations and to promote fellowship among all Jains.
In 1981 Jain Milan became Jain Center of Northern California as a non-profit IRS registered religious institution, in light of its increased scope and activities. It caters to the needs of Jain families in Bay Area.
We have also been very fortunate to have the continued blessings and guidance of Acharya Sushil Kumarji, Gurudev Chitrabhanuji, Acharya Chandanaji, Bandhu Triputiji, Sadhvi Madhu Samitaji, and various Jain monks and scholars. The Jain Center of Northern California is growing rapidly. It has 45 life. members and a total membership of about 400. The current activities include:
•Celebration of Paryushan Mahaparva
• Biweekly Jain pathshala
• Summer Youth Camp
⚫ Jain youth activities
• Monthly Bhavnas
⚫ Circulation of Jain audio/video/books collection.
• Religious discourses and lectures by visiting monks, dignitaries and
scholars.
• Visit to other Jain centers.
• Participation in JAINA activities.
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Last year an idol of Bhagwan Mahavir was installed in the Hindu Temple and Cultural Center in Fremont, California, where all our programs are conducted.
We welcome you to this great event and let us together make it a most memorable event of our lives.
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"SPONSORS, BENEFACTORS, & PATRONS" Jain center thanks all who made this convention possible with their
generous donation. CORPORATE SPONSOR Bank of America, Bombay
CORPORATE CO-SPONSORS Smt. Shantidevi Jain, Dariyaganj, Delhi First Deposit Corp., Shailesh & Kalpa Mehta
SPONSOR Narpat & Chandra Bhandari
CO-SPONSOR Bharat Bazar, Hiralal & Bina Birla
Greaves Travel, GSA-British Airways Copy-N-Print, Amar Shah & Vraj Lathiya 1. C. Shah (Youth Sponsor) Dhanraj / Harish & Harshida Parmar
Midwest Travel King, Prabodh Vaidya
GRAND BENEFACTOR Arun & Jashu Mehta
Hasmukh & Hansa Shah Navin & Neelam Dedhia Bharat & Bharati Kamdar Himat & Saroj Dagli
Nitin & Mina Mehta Bipin & Rekha Shah
Hiren & Prayna Saraiya Pravin & Lina Turakhia Chirantan & Harsha Vora Jayantibhai B. Shah
Prem & Sandhya Jain Citicorp Savings, Sunnyvale Kirti & Jyotsna Jobalia Shrimad Rajchandra - Girish & Datta Shah Narendra & Saru Doshi
Mumuksu Mandal, S.F.
BENEFACTOR
Arvind & Niru Shah Arvind Jaini Harendra & Bhavna Shah
Harish & Manorama Panchal Jitendra & Jyoti Shah Mahendra & Ashok Parmar
Mahendra & Kokila Shah Mankim & Sarina Kaji Roop Jain Safeway Inc.
Ajita Sandesara Arun & Jaya Bhimani Ashok & Surekha Patrawala Badani Family Members Bharat & Vibha Panchal Bipin & Kundi Kapadia Broadway Medical Center Harilal & Jyoti Shah Harish & Usha Shah
PATRON Jagdish & Pina Patel Jay, Tarunika & Dipti Itchaporia Kirti & Chandrakala Doshi Kirti & Mudra Shah Lehri & Niru Shah Mahendra & Taru Meghani Mahendra & Usha Shah Natu & Gita Panchal Natubhai & Asmita Patel
Rajesh & Gita Shah Ramesh & Bharti Mistry Siddarth & Sohini Trivedi Subodh Jain Sukumar Shah Sunil & Kailas Vora Suresh & Sudha Mehta Thakorbhai Patel
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Abhaya K. Oswal Access Mortgage Ajay Modi
Ambubhai & Gangaben Patel Amit & Mita Choksi
Arvind & Aruna Shah Arvind & Bhadra Fancy Arvind & Renu Jain Arvind & Sharda Shah Ashwin & Shraddha Chudgar Ashwin & Varsha Vora Babubhai & Taraben Patel Babulal Sheth
Bansi & Daksha Shah
Bharat & Mira Shah
Bharat & Sushila Shah
Bharat Tripathi
Bhulabhai & Taraben Patel Bhupen & Minal Mehta Bhupendra & Jayshree Patel Chandu & Charu Desai Chetan & Neeta Sanghani Darshan & Parul Shah
Deepak & Hemlata Patel Dhimant & Dimple Bhayani
Dilip & Neela Shah
Dilip & Shaila Jhaveri
Dilip & Vimu Rajdev Dinesh & Lila Shah Dr. Dinesh & Panna Bhuva
Dr. Mahendra Pandya
"Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation"
Dr. Nemi & Javitri Jain Dr. Ramesh Japra Girish & Daksha Shah Haren & Chaula Joshi
Arvind & Dhanlakshmi Patel Ashok & Sariu Doshi Ashok & Shipra Jain Atul & Shilpa Shah Bharat & Paru Jhaveri Bharat & Sun&a Tripathi Bharat Mota
Bhulabhai Patel
Bhupendra & Urvashi Shah Bina & Seema Roy Chandrakant & Indira Vora Deepak & Mina Doshi Dinesh Doshi
CORPORATE SPONSOR-$10000
CORPORATE CO-SPONSOR-$5000 (7499-3750) SPONSOR $2500 (3749-2125)
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Haren & Neela Parekh Haria Gogri Harshad & Asha Sheth Harshad & Rita Shah
Hemraj & Leela Hingarh Himanshu & Anima Desai Himat & Malti Shah Jagdish & Divya Shah Jay & Hema Kamdar Jayant & Madhu Shah Kamlesh & Divyani Jhaveri Kantibhai & Pallavi Kokhani Kirit & Smita Shah Krishan & Manjushree Jindal Kumar & Swati Vora Madhusudan & Chandra Shah Mahendra & Bhairavi Doshi Mahesh & Amita Desai Mahesh & Prafulla Patel Manhar & Pratibha Shah Mukesh & Avni Shah Mukesh & Kumud Mowji Mukesh & Namita Jain Mukul & Anjana Shah N. M. Shah
Narendra & Sonal Shah Naresh & Anju Kansara Natu & Swati Mehta Natubhai & Ranjan Shah Neeraj & Jaya Punglia Pankaj & Mita Vyas Pankaj & Rupa Nanavati Parimal & Rajul Sheth Praful & Ila Kothari Praful & Vandana Shah Pramod & Chandra Parekh
SUPPORTERS
Franey Roomer
Haren & Indira Bhayani
Haresh Ajmera
Harshadrai Sheth
Jagdish & Chaula Patel
Jayshree Hegde
Kanchan H. Parmar
Krishna Jhaveri
Kumud & Bhavna Parekh Madhu K. Talsania Mark & Ami Shah
Mintu P. Turakhia Mukesha & Rupa Mehta
CO-SPONSOR-$1750 (2124-1375) GRAND BENEFACTOR-$1000 (1374-750) BENEFACTOR-$500 (749-375)
Pratap & Usha Parekh Praveen & Neeraj Jain Praveen & Prafula Shah Premjit Kaur
Radhe & Usha Moonka Raj & Sita Motipara Rajendra & Gita Modi Raju & Lina Shah Raju & Pallavi Shah Rakesh & Rashmi Shah Ramanbhai & Manjuben Patel Ramesh & Darshna Bhuta Ramesh & Mrudula Patel Ramesh & Rasila Shah Rasik & Anita Desai Ravi & Nayna Mistry Ravinder & Suruchi Oswal Saint Paul Hotel
Shailesh & Gargi Shah Shan & Aruna Patil Shantilal Gala (Dinesh Shah) Shantoshkumar & Usha Jain Sharad & Uma Shah Shreekant & Anila Bhalani Smt. Chandrika Vipani Snehal & Dipti Sutaria Suresh & Bhagvati Vasa Suresh & Shobha Vora Suresh & Sudha Gandhi Suresh, Usha & Rajeev Parikh Surjit & Ila Kaji
Tailap & Kiran Mchta
Taru Kothari Vinay & Shobha Shroff Vinod & Mina Mehta Vipin Vadhecha
Prof. P. S. Jaini
Rajni & Sapna Desai Ramesh & Mrudula Patel Rohit & Sadhana Kumbhani
Rohit, Reena & Vish Mishra Sharad Shah Sudhanshu Jain Suresh Patel
Timir & Mcdha Mehta
Upendra & Rekha Chowlera Urmi Modi
Vijay Jain
Vinoo & Gardadevi Jain Virendra & Raksha Shah
PATRON-$250 (374-175) DONOR-$100 (174-100) SUPPORTER $100
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Sheth Hathisingh's Temple . Ahmedabad, Gujarat
The Executive committee of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America
would like to thank the Jain Center of Northern California for hosting the 6th Biennial Convention.
PRESIDENT Sulekh Jain
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
Niranjan C. Shah
VICE PRESIDENTS Naresh Shah, Prem Jain, Manhar Sheth
TREASURER Mahendra K. Dosi
SECRETARY Satish Nayak
PAST PRESIDENTS Manoj Dharamsi, Tansukh Salgia
COMMITTE CHAIRPERSONS
Jain Digest S. K. Jain
Jaina Library
Prem Gada
Marriage Information Service
F. J. Dalal
Youth Programs Urmila Talsania
Special Projects
Jagat Jain
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From the Editor...
by Surender K.Jain, Jain Digest
Federation of Jain Associations
in North America
JAINA By Sulekh C. Jain, President of JAINA “Extending Jain Heritage To The Next Generation"
A Mission We Must Not Fail
Dogmatism, sticking to one's viewpoint, and disregarding others lead to controversies and unprovable phenomenons many times. The disciples of the Lord Mahavira wrote and professed the doctrine of Anckantvad (= Syadvad) by arguing that any categorically asserted view, whether true or false, is not the only possible value of a statement function. These followers of Mahavira implied the avoidance of two extremes. Even in Buddhism, Lord Buddha is said to have told Katyayana to identify "it is" as one extreme, or "it is not as the other extreme and has stated that the part of Tathagata must avoid both so as to resort to the middle-path. In brief avoidance of two extremes was the hallmark of Buddhism. However, Jainism goes a bit further in the sense that, while disallowing acceptance of any extreme, it respects both by reconciling between them. Jainism asks for openness and non-one-sidedness. But then how can we answer to such curiosities from our youth that Jainism's Anckantvad is indeed a paradox? That is, how can we prove our point by accepting that something is "A" as well as "B"?
A simple-minded answer is that Dharamendra is a father to his children, a doctor to his patients, and a professor to his students. The major argument in the theory of Anckantvad (= Syadvad) is to show that there are indeed multiple facets to the nature of reality. Whatever is revealed to any observer at any given place and time or whatever, is revealed to any other observer at any other given place and time, is only partially right.
Further a question may be asked: "How can the same thing be both existent and nonexist. ent?" According to Haribhadra, it is clear, even to simple-minded individuals, that something is existent in so far as its own substantiality or its own location, it is also non-existent in so far as a different substantiality at a different time and location.
We shall have many different view points expressed during our discussions and seminars in this Sixth JAINA Convention. We as followers of Jainism-whether in the capacity of a Shravak, Shravika, pandit, monk, nun or in any other capacity—will come out with constructive roles to fulfill our goals in the months and years to come through openness and nonone-sidedness while offering our humble salutations to Arhantas, Sidhas, Acharyas, Upadhyayas, and Sadhus for their blessings.
In the history of Jainism, it is probably the first time that over 100,000 Jains are settled outside India. Remarkably, it is now possible to find Jains in all the five continents of the globe.
About 35 to 40 thousand of these Jains make their home in North America. Jainism, therefore, is no longer confined within the geographical boundaries of India, and is now a global religion.
Many of the Jains living outside India were born and raised in India. Those who have immigrated are living under a very different, socio-economic, religious, cultural, linguistic, ethnic, technical, and scientific environment. Along with this, a whole new generation of Jains have been born and raised outside of India and their links to India or Indian Jainism are only through their parents, family, friends, and Jain organizations. Their knowledge, perception, faith, and beliefs are, therefore, much different than those of their parents.
Since Jainism is now a worldwide religion, it must change and be perceived as a worldwide religion. Of course, the fundamentals and basic principles and philosophics do not change, but the rituals, customs, traditions, and means or language of communication are never static and must change to suit the needs of the new/adopted environment, time, and place. We must adapt because we cannot ignore change. A case in point is the significant change in Christianity from the time of Galileo and Copernicus when religion and science were at odds about the rotation of the earth. If religion would not have changed, either science would not have progressed, or Christianity would not have prospered.
Coming back to our own environment, more than 60 or so Jain centers and organizations have been established in North America since 1965. We have close to twenty places of worship and temples. The Jains here are a dynamic and vibrant community.
The Federation of JAINA was created in 1981 and is now ten years old. It is a unique institution and does not have any parallels in the Jain world. JAINA is not an organization of individuals, but rather, an association of associations. During its first decade of existence, it has strived to unite all Jains as Jains (in spite of our diversity of religious beliefs, traditions, customs, language and regional origin).
Many of us born and raised in India are aging and a whole new generation of Jains, born and raised in North America, are becoming the most visible and influential members of the Jain community. The question is how and what type of shape and structure they will impart to the emerging Jain community here.
We are living in a very quickly-changing, scientific, materialistic, and JudcoChristian world. Our youths don't accept things on faith alone and they ask WHY and HOW COME for everything. They want North American answers. Indian answers will not do.
The entire Jain community, all the Jain centers and JAINA have to discuss, debate, and decide on these important issues. The need is right now and we cannot procrastinate these decisions any longer.
The theme of the Sixth JAINA Convention is very appropriately chosen as "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation." This convention must devote
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Main Hall. Jain Temple Delwara, Mt. Abu
In loving memory of my husband
Shri Nemchand Jain
"The soul is indestructible. Weapons can't destroy it.
Fire can't burn it. Water can't wet it. Wind can't dry it."
With all the best wishes for a very successful convention
Shantidevi Jain
Daryaganj, Delhi
What is Moksha? Moksha or salvation is the absolute liberation of self from anger, conceit, greed and other nescient propensities, which bindthe soul with earthly coils and other limitations.
- Shrimad Rajchandra
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followed by Shila Ropan Vidhi on May 25-26, 1991. Acharya Shri Sushil Kumarji and Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanu graced the ceremony. Enthused donors once again expressed their generosity in the questof their dream project, the temple.
Cincinnati/Dayton Jain Center holds youth program
youth program was held on March 24, 1991 in the Hindu Temple of Dayton, Ohio. Professor Judy Martin of the University of Dayton was the guest speaker. She spoke on the relationship of the nature of human beings.
The youth group members presented several interesting programs at this event. In appreciation of their efforts, each youth group member was awarded $5.00 from the center.
time and develop concrete plans to meet News and this need. The JAINA convention is also an assembly of Chaturvidh Sangh Announcements (four pillars of the Jain community: monks, nuns, laypersons---male and female). We all have our duties and JAINA congratulate responsibilities. We all play a signifi- following "Tapasvi” cant and important role.
The two most important challenges Shri Ramanbhai Shah and his wife that we face are 1) to maintain and SMT Shantaben, parents of Hansaben strengthen non-sectarian, non-regional, Navnitbhai Shah of the Cincinnati-Dayand united structure of our entire Jain ton Center, have recently come from community, and 2) to provide the envi- India and have been doing Varshitap. ronment, tools, and resources to extend This tapa is for 13 months, where one our heritage to the next generation, fasts every alternate day for an entire thus shaping our destiny and the year. At 70, they are very healthy and globalization of the Jain religion. At active in all religious activities. JAINA this convention, we must focus on these is very proud of Ramanbhai and issues. This should be the agenda and Shantaben. challenge for the second decade of The Jaina Digest congratulates JAINA.
Ramilaben (Ranjan) and Rashmi Shah On behalf of JAINA, I thank the Jain for completing 'Varshi Tap Sadhna" in Center of Northern California for host- Toronto. The families of Jijiben and ing thisimportant event. JAINA started Ghelabhai Kanji Doshi and Dudhiben in California and begins its second de- and Shantilal Lavji Mehta honored cade in California. I also thank the en- Ramila on this very important occasion tire Jain community in North America, with several ceremonies attended by a all Jain centers, scholars, monks, nuns, large gathering of friends, family memBhattaraks, leaders of vision from In- bers, Jain Snagh, Gurudev Chitrabhadia, Asia, and Europe, past leadership nuji and Acharya Sushil Kumarji. of JAINA, the present executive com- Smt. Rashmi Bharat Shah of San mittee, members of many sub-commit- Jose, CA and a member of the Jain tees, and particularly our youth and Center of N. California is also towards young Jain leaders and JAINA's spiri- the completion of varsitap. It is an extual advisers, well-wishers, support- ample for a lady in this country to ers, and donors. We have had an excel- achieve this kind of a goal while worklent first decade and with your supporting and performing all other duties as a and participation, will continue to housewife and a mother. Congratulaprogress in the second challenging and tions! dynamic decade.
Kanchanben Sheth of Fremont, CA, Jaijinendra.
mother of Rashmi Shah and Jayesh Sheth of the Jain Center of N. California has completed "Ekasana Varsitap" (to eat-only one time a day, for a full year)
but still continuing till the completion Siddhachalam:Pratishtha
of her daughter Rashmi Shah's Varsitap. Mahotsava Celebrations Both will do "Parna" together. Our Following the JAINA Convention,
heartiest congratulations! Like mother, please attend Pratishtha Mahotsava like daughter. at the Siddhachalam Temple between Aug. 2-11, 1991. For more Chicago Society Holds information, please call 201-362- Bhoomi Pujan & 9793 or write Siddhachalam, 65
Shila Ropan Vidhi Mud Pond Rd., Blairstown, NJ, 07825.
The Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago held a Bhoomi Pujan (Ground Consecration) ceremony on April 6,
Researchers promote vegetarianism
According to the April 24, 1991 edition of the Cincinnati Enquirer, vegetarians lead a very healthy life. A survey of 7,248 men between the ages of 40-70, finds that a high-fat, low-fiber diet increases the risk of developing colon polyps, benign tumors that can lead to caner. Rescarch done by Dr. Edward Giovannucci of Harvard Medical School, supports findings that eating red meat increases stomach bile and promotes tumors.
In other research, the State University of New York at Buffalo found that eating green and yellow vegetables reduces the risk of cancer of the larynx. In comparing 500 men, half with larynx cancer, half without, researchers found that non-vegetable eaters were twice as likely to get cancer as vegetable eaters.
Jain Center of Southern California achieves milestone
The completion of the marble Gabhara in the Jain Bhavan marks yet another milestone for the Jain Center of Southern California. This joyous occasion was celebrated with a Panch Kalyanak Sudhikaaran Puja on Satur
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In loving memory of my mother
Mrs. Lal Kanwar Bhandari
(1923 - 1986)
In this strife-torn world of hatred and hostilities, agression and aggrandisement, we must revisit our basic roots of Ahimsa - Non-violence and....
Promise ourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb our peace of mind. To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person we meet. To make all our friends feel that there is something in them. To look at the sunny side of everything and make our optimism come true. To think only of the best, to work only for the best and expect only the best. To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as we are about our own. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future. To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature we meet - a smile. To give so much time to the improvement of ourself that we have no time to criticise others. To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
With best wishes for a very successful JAINA convention Chandra & Narpat Bhandari
Mukesh & Ravi
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day, March 9, 1991.
The Gabhara houses the idols (Murtis) of the three Tirthanakars. A 27-inch idol of Lord Mahavir is posi
Profile and Activities of
tioned in the center. Two 21-inch idols Various Jain
Centers
of Lord Rushabhdev and Lord Parshvanath are located on the left and right sides respectively. Two-12-inch idols of Ghantakakarna Mahavir (Yaksha) and Padmavati Devi (Yakshini) are housed in two side cubicles (Gokhs).
The marble pieces for the Gabhara were carved in India under the guidance of Sankheswar Pedhi who donated them to the Jain Center. The Gabhara is located on the second story of the Jain Bhavan which was inaugurated on July 2, 1988. Jain Bhavan is an outstanding facility which has been custom-designed to serve the religious, cultural, and social needs of the Jain community. The two-story building, with a large meeting hall, a dining hall, and a kitchen on the first floor, the Derasar, a class room, a study room, a library, a guest room, and an office on the second floor offers excellent facilities to fulfill such needs. The Jain Bhavan is a show case of Jain community spirit, dedication, and cooperation.
July 12- Aug. 11-A Cultural Festival of India is being held in New York featuring artifacts from India. Call Dr. Trivedi at (516) 437-0061 for moer information.
Calendar of Events
July 7-11-The Jain Society of North Texas will host visiting dignitary Pandit Hukamchandji Bhaarill. Contact Hansa Varia at (214) 6448026 for more information.
July 28 The Young Indian Vegetarians will sponsor a Vegetarian Festival in the Alexandra Park in the
The Jain Center of Greater Boston
A sense of community grew among the Jains and a formal association The Jain Center of Boston was established in 1973 with Dr. Sulekh Jain as the president. Initially, the Jain Center's activities included celebration of major festivals, pujas, and lectures from Jain scholars.
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Over the years, our Jain community swelled to over 50 families and we desired to have our own place of worship. In 1981, we inaugurated our building, and it has been the center of the Jain community activities. The center has Lord Parshvanath's statue in the temple as well as a library, kitchen and a dining hall. This was one of the first Jain temples in North America.
Our center has a Pathshala for chil
U.K. Contact Nitin Mehta, 226 London Rd., West Croydon, Surrey, Cro 2TF, phone: 01-681 8884, for more information.
Aug. 2-11-- Pratishtha Mahotsava at Siddhachalam, NJ. Call (201) 3629793 for further information.
Sept. 5-12 The Cleveland Jain Soceiety will have Paryushan Parva. Contact Jitendra Shah at (216) 842-0807 for more information.
dren and adults on one Sunday a month. We have also developed a detailed curriculum for our young children. We are proud to see many of our former students become teachers in our pathshala today. Our center is also known for its dance dramas performed at other centers in the Northeast.
The Jain Center of Greater Boston is working hard on the preparation of the Jain directory. Individual family information has been largely entered by a group of 13 enthusiastic volunteers. Information on other Jain centers and advertisements are being collected at present. They expect to finish the project before Diwali this year.
JCGB appreciates the cooperation from Jain centers from all over the country. We look forward for continued support. You can help us by a) submitting information about your family as soon as possible, and b) advertising in the directory. For more information, please contact: Chandra R. Vora, president of the Jain Center of Greater Boston, 83 Fuller Brook Road, Wellesley, MA 02181, (508) 393-2490.
Every year the Jain Center of Greater Boston conducts an essay competition for Jain children and youths since 1983. People from all over the USA and Canada participate in the competition.
The following are the 1990 winners of the Essay Competition:
Group A (ages 11 and under)
1st place: Sapna Banker, of Raliegh,
NC.
2nd place: Naishadh Shah, Jackson Heights, NY.
3rd place: Deepti Doshi, of Raleigh, NC.
Group B (ages 12 to 14)
1st place: Shweta Shah, of Carey, NC.
2nd place: Nisha Shah, of Chapel Hill, NC.
3rd place: Ami Shah, of St. Louis, MO.
Group C (ages 15 and up)
1st place: Vivek Maru, of Brookfield, CT.
2nd place: Samir Sejpal, of Burlington, NC.
3rd place: Avni Doshi, of Troy, MI.
A Few Other Activities
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Jain Center of Northern California Congratulates
Mrs. Rashmi Shah
Rashmi Shah has reached towards the successful completion of Varsitap Tapascharya. She invites all of you to attend her PARNA after the Samvatsari day.
To give her moral support her mother, Kanchanben Sheth, has been doing Ektaana (eating once during the day) for over a year. She is going to continue doing it untill her daughters' Varsitap is completed.
To attend the PARNA, call or write to Mr. Bharat Shah
720 Salt Lake Dr., San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 259-2327
.
We must be truthful, for there are those who trust us. We must be pure, for there are those who depend on us. We must be kind, for there are those who suffer. We must be strong, for there are those who need our help.
Our warmest sentiments to all for the 1991 JAINA Convention
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Palo Alto CA 94304
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Lord Mahavir. The activities consist of religious teachings for children, adult discussions, reading of Jain literature, listening to cassettes on a variety of metaphysical subjects, Stavans and "dhuns", a few rituals, the celebration of Mahavir Jayanti, Paryushan Parva, and visits by religious dignitaries.
Our most recent activity has been an annual weekend retreat to Siddhachalam. Typically, 60 to 70 people attend this retreat.
Our future plans are to invite a fulltime Jain professor at a local university to speak to our members, to expose Jain views amongst the non-Indians in North America, and to work in cooperation with JAINA and other associations to bring unity among the Jain population. Our successful Pathshala will fan out via a correspondence course, and we hope to continue our essay competition to encourage young Jains to learn more about their religion. We also hope to promote vegetarianism by printing and distributing literature to the general public.
The Jain Center of Greater Boston will continue to serve the community and work hand in hand with JAINA in promoting Jain ideology, ethics, and rituals in North America.
New Jain Center established
The Jain Center of Central Ohio was established on May 12, 1991 with headquarters in Columbus, OH. The idea for having a Jain Center was enthusiastically put up by Manubhai Bhatt and was welcomed by the Jain families during a visit of two of the Samanis at Bhartiya Temple in Columbus last year.
With further follow-up by Surender K. Jain and Girish Parikh and the advice of Dr. Sulekh Jain (President, JAINA), Jain families were contacted and invited to formalize the center. The executive committee consists of the following members: Girish Parik, president;, Surender K. Jain, co-president; Jitendra Shah, vice-president; Asis Jain, general secretary; Naresh Shah, treasurer; Shailesh Parikh, program director; and Varsha Krishnaswami, education chairperson. Dr. Sulekh Jain, Kirit Kapadia, and Manubhai Bhatt will remain as advisors. For further information, call Girish Parikh at (614) 8644581.
Presidents, Dr. Anant Jain (19821986), Dr. Jay Shah (86-87), Mr. Janak Daulat (87-88), Dr. Birendra Jain (8889), Mr. Atul Khara (89-90), and Mrs. Hansa Varia (90-91), have established a very rich tradition. From the outset, the uppermost emphasis has been on the education of the children.
On June 30, 1988, the society purchased an old church (approx. 2800 sq.ft.) at538 Apollo Road in Richardson, and is now considering adding 850 sq, ft. for a temple adjoining their present meeting hall.
The Society provides an excellent balance between the ritualistic and the intellectual needs of its members. A very active youth forum has also evolved, functioning independently under the guidance of adult members. The first Sunday of every month is Digambar Jain Puja; the second Sunday is Youth Forum and all regular board meetings; the third Sunday is a general body meeting of all members; and the fourth Sunday is Snatra Puja.
The membership has grown to about 100 families. The meeting starts with chanting of Navkar Mantra followed by Stavans, an adult education class in parallel with a children's education class, followed by a youth lecture and Aarti. At the end, a simple meal is served.
The society publishes a monthly newsletter which provides information regarding upcoming activities.
Jain Study Center of North Carolina
Every Saturday, The Jain Study Center of North Carolina has Lord Mahavir's Puja and Prayer at 11 a.m. On Sundays, the center holds monthly religious meetings, children's presentationon religious subjects, a children's religion class, and an adult discussion of religious topics.
Every Monday at 8 p.m. Khusal Mehta hosts a Swadhyay. Other activities include sales of religious books and audio cassettes, a relief fund activity (Jiva Daya, Donation of clothes, etc.), and a library.
The society keeps separate accounts for these various activities If you would like to contribute, please send your contribution check to the Jain Study Center of NC, 1119 Flanders St., Garner, NC 27529. Your donation is tax-deductible.
Jain Society of North Texas
In November 1982, Mrs. Daksha Shah and Mrs. Hansa Varia had a spontaneous idea of bringing together the Jain Community of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The two ladies joined forces in cooking together and inviting practically every Jain family in the area to Mr. Manoj Shah's (Daksha's) residence. About 30 families came out for the occasion. Upon the suggestion of the host, Dr. Anant Jain delivered an impromptu plea to the group to motivate them for the need for a temple and to form their own society. The group responded onthusiastically and thus came into exist ence the Jain Society of North Texas.
St. Louis Jains have very active center
The Jain Center of St. Louis was the proud host to Dr. Nathmal Tatia, the renowned Jain scholar, and his wife from Feb. 1-2.
In other news, The St. Louis Center awarded several scholarships at their Sapana Day program. The scholarships were endowed by a fund of $2000, started last year. The following members are thanked for their recent donations: Drs. Ravi and Usha Mehta, Satish and Kalpana Goela, Ashok and Saroj Bavishi, and Dipak and Kokila Shah. other various services.
The Jain Study Group of Charlotte
The Jain Study Group of Hindu Center in Charlotte, North Carolina has been in operation since 1981. They meet regularly every month in the Hindu Center in front of a gracious idol of
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Yogini (Librarian) and Rasik Shah (President) Harsha (Vice-president) and Tushar Mehta Reena and Ketan Sheth (Secretary/Treasurer) Niranjana (Teacher) and Kirti Shah Bharati (Teacher) and Haresh Ajmera.
Jyotsna and Kishor Mehta (Director - JAINA) Aruna and Kanti Shah (Director - JAINA)
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Mr. Onkar Sharma, a local attorney, spoke on legal matters, such as wills and trusts at the first gathering on April 28.
Washington Jains extend religious classes
The Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington D.C. is offering monthly religious classes for both adults and children. The goal of the Jain Sunday School is to offer an opportunity for youngsters and young adults to learn the fundamentals of Jain religion and to encourage the adoption of Jain principles in everyday life.
The classes have been held regularly for the past five years. Starting in January of 1991, the Society is offering two extra classes a month (on the second and fourth Sundays of the month) in order to bring new students up to the level of the regular students.
In these special classes, students will be taught a recital of Jain Mantras/Stuties (Navkar Mantra, Chattari Manglam, Ichhami Khamasano, Arti,Mangal Deevo, Darnshnam Dev and Jay Karnara), and are taught Jain principles from Balbodh Pathmala I & II.
The adults classes have also been running for the past five years. the classes are held in parallel with the children's classes on the second Sunday of each month. Two topics are presented in each session. Each topic is first presented by one of the particpants.
The presentation is followed by an in-depth discussion of the topic by all participants. The topics are taken from Dr. Hukamchandji Bharill's books on Jain principles.
After the discussion session, an interesting game of Jain Superbowl is is played. The game consists of answering about 100 questions taken from everything the class has learned from the discussion and the book.
In April, The Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington began a program on the fourth Sunday of each month from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Jain Center. The program includes a short presentation on a topic of general interest to the community, followed by a questions/ answer session and discussion. This is designed as a community outreach program and will be open to all communities. These programs will be held on May 26, August 25, September 22, October 27, and November 24.
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⚫ the Bramhi Society of Canada ⚫ the Tulsa (OK) Jain Sangh ⚫ the Jain Sangh of Allentown (PA) ⚫ the Jain Group of Atlanta (GA) ⚫ the Jain Society of Capital District, Albany (NY)
⚫ the Jain Society of Fort Myers (FL) ⚫ the Kutchhi Gurjar Jain Society of North America
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the Jain Social Group of Los Angeles the Jain Center of Central Ohio in Columbus, as new members.
JAINA is an association of associations in North America and as such represents nearly all Jains. There are still organizations in several cities in North America that are not yet members of JAINA. We invite them all to become members. If all Jains are united as one national organization, the Jain community will be an even stronger force in North America.
Environmental protection through ahimsa
Suresh C. Jain and C. Jain. Regional College ( Ajmer University), Ajmer-305004, INDIA.
Increasing violence has created an imbalance at various trophic levels of the environment. Its protection is only possible by maintaininng a trangular relationship among men, animals, and plants. Unprecedented killing of animals and deforestation have enhanced the problem enormously. These can be optimized by following the ahimsa way of life, which includes simple methods of living and a positive attitude towards all forms of livings as desired by the self. It also helps in enhancing ethical, moral, social, and even spiritual aspects
of life. A non-vigilant man proceeds either into irrationationality in which violence takes a course of law or mechanical automatism which lacks a value-system.
Environment supports all living beings and helps them in keeping their body and soul together for a particular period. They need not be disturbed, deformed, or even destroyed. Our personal, social, and even national life has to be planned in a way so as to minimize the disturbances in the life of other living beings.
Bhava Karma
Sankat bharee hey ye jeevan ki rahe Sark itna hokar phir bhee bhul jaye Sankat bharee hey...
Swadharm ye bhulaye, atam ko rulaye
Lobh hee jeevan ka path ye jo banaye Sab kuch chod jaye kya hum yah na jane
Koye itna kahe de kya hum sang le jaye
Sankat bharee hey...
Maan ya maya me, o krodh ya avesh mey
Gundhata gaya yo jeevan ka hey path ye
Samyak jorh apna, mithyatva na chuye
Koi itna kahe de jub path yah kho jave
Sankkay bharee hey...
- Nirmal Dosi
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Iron: gives endurance, better complexion.
Phosphorous: For bones, glandular secretion and energy.
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Mahavir Jayanti Celebrations
cultural program and Prasad ended the event.
Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankar, was born on the 13th day of Chaitra corresponding to March 30th 599 BC in Bihar. Mahavir's parents, King Sidhartha and Queen Trishala, gave their son the name Vardhman, for he brought fame and prosperity
The Jain Center of Greater St. Louis celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on April 7 with Professor Padmanabh S. Jaini from Berkeley, CA. Youth presentations, a question and answer period with Professor Jaini and Aarti marked the occasion.
to the family.
At the age of thirty, Mahavir gave away all of his possessions in charity, renounced the world, left home and took the vows of asceticism. For the next twelve years he devoted himself to self
discipline and self-purification, practising severe penance and
austerities.
For the next thirty years Mahavir traveled on foot from place to place giving his message of peace, goodwill and nonviolence to all who would listen.
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Mahavir was not founder of a new religion, but a reviver, reformer, a great thinker and a teacher who left a legacy of great cultural heritage and metaphysical thought, and a way of living. This great apostle of Ahimsa attained Nirvana (salvation) in 527 BC in Bihar. Since then Jains have celebrated the day of Deepvali, symbolizing the light of knowledge that Lord Mahavir bestowed upon us. Mahavir Jayanti celebrations take place throughout the world in March and April to celebrate the birth of Lord Mahavira.
The Jain Center of Dayton and Cincinnati held their annual Mahavir Jayanti program on April 28, 1991 at 2:00 p.m. in Ankur Hall in Cincinnati. The program included Pravachan by Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanu, yearly reports by the president and treasurer, elections for the new executive committee, aarti, and dinner.
The Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on Saturday, April 13 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Maryvale Elementary School in Rockville, MD. Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanu spoke in English and Gujarati at the celebration. The children's program included an interesting game on the life of Lord Mahavir. The program ended with a talk by Swami Vatsalya Bhojan and Jain devotional songs/Ras.
The Jain Center of New Jersey celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on March 31. Nritya Natika, Stavana singing, and Raas-Garba pertaining to Jainism was performed. Much rehearsal went into this very successful event.
The Jain Society of North Texas celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on Sunday, March 31. They started with Panchkalyanak Puja and followed with lunch and various games.
The Jain Study Center of North Carolina celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on April 14 at their temple. A Swastik ceremony started the celebration, followed by Puja and Aarti and Mangal Divo. A children's
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The Jain Center of America in New York cel
ebrated the holiday with Snatra Puja at their temple, followed by enjoyable programs and a dinner, on April 14.
On April 20 the Jain Society of Houston, Texas, celebrated Mahavir Jayanti with stavanas, songs, and jaaps. Their annual elections were conducted at the same time.
Mahavir Jayanti was celebrated at the newly renovated and expanded Jain Hindu Temple in Edmonton, Alberta, on March 28, by the Jain and Hindu families with Puja and priti bhojan. The puja was conducted by Sushil Kalia and the celebration was sponsored by Amratlal Mehta and family. The celebration was attended by over 70 people from Alberta.
The Jain Society of Rochester celebrated the Mahavir Jayanti with a few stavans related to Lord Mahavir. This was followed by a few short skits by children (all under 12), including one on Chandakoshia Nag. This was the first time an attempt had been made to demonstrate the heroic acts of Lord Mahavir through plays by small children and they all performed marvelously. Usha Sheth, Ila Vora, Pushpa Jain, and Sumant and Ramesh Patel made the program a great
success.
The Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago celebrated Mahavir Janyanti on March 28 with reverence.
The Jain Center of Greater Boston celebrated Mahavira Jayanti, with well over 300 peole attending and enjoying the function.
The Jain Study Group of Charlotte, NC celebrated Mahavir Jayanti on April 13 with great enthusiasm. The children's program included recitals, dialogue on Mahvir Bhagvan's teachings, essays, and dances. The donations raised by the Jain community went to the Hindu Center for furnishing the dining area of their multi-purpose hall.
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Jain scholar Dr. Jagdish Chandra Jain of Bombay, for his varied literary services. Dr. Jain was awarded 15,000 rupees for his achievement.
International News
Mahavir Jayanti declared Ahimsa Day
(Source: C.N. Sanghavi, Bombay) On Mahavir Jayanti, March 28, Maharashtra Chief Minister Sharad Pawar declared that in all of Maharashtra, Mahavir Jayanti would be celebrated as Ahimsa Day in the future. All slaughterhouses and meat shops will be closed on that day. This historic decision was hailed by all Jains throughout India.
Addressing a large public rally or ganized by the Bharat Jain Mahamandal at Girgam Chowpaty, Prime Minister Chandra Shekhar said, "We have to
lead the country on the path of progress
based on ancient Indian culture and teachings of Lord Mahavir." The prime minister also dedicated the book "Jain Declaration on Nature" to the nation.
(center) Mr. Chandra Shekhar, Prime Minister of India and (left), Dr. L.M. Singhvi, author of "The Jain Declaration on Nature" and High Commisioner of India to UK, release Singhvi's great work to the public. Mr. Subramanian, Governor of Maharashtra is on the right.
Ahimsa International recognizes outstanding Jains In India
Ahimsa International of India has been working very hard to promote vegetarianism, animal protection and welfare, service to the disabled, peace and ob-existence. The organization provides three annual awards to distinguished persons in their fields. The 1990 award catagories and their winners include:
1) "Ahimsa International Deputy Mal Jain Award" went to the oustanding
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2) "Ahimsa International Bhagwandas Shobha Lal Jain Memorial Award" went to Shri Peela Rama Krishna, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh for his excellent devotion to protect the animals and birds from killing and cruelty. He was awarded 11,000 rupees for his achievement.
3) "Ahimsa International Raghubir Singh Jain Memorial Award" went to Shri Nirmal Jain, Satna, Madhya Pradesh, a writer and activist of zeal promoting vegetarianism, as well as a poet. He was awarded 5,000 rupees for his achievements.
The awards will be presented to the winners at a two-day All India Seminar in New Delhi in November 1991.
Jains receive important honors from President of India
Shri B.P. Jain, Dr. K.H. Sancheti and Shri Babulal Patodi received 'Padmashri' and Air Marshal P.K. Jain received Param Vishisht Seva Medal' at the Republic Day celebrations on Jan. 26, 1991 in India.
Shri B.P. Jain, President of Mahavir Viklang Sahayati Samiti, is the managing director of Arvind Construction Co. Ltd. which undertakes civil contracts. As president of the Samiti, he has given a big boost to the manufacture and use of the artificial foot.
Dr. Kantilal Hastimal Sancheti is an orthopedic surgeon who runs the orthopedic hospital at Pune. He renders services to the poor. The hospital also provides research facilities.
Shri Babulal Patodi has been a Minister in the erstwhile Madhya Pradesh government. He is a devoted social worker holding senior positions insome societies. He established a large pilgrim center "Gommat Giri" near Indore and recently undertook the renovation of an 84 ft. statue of Bhagwan Adinath at Bawangaja, Badwani, in Madhya Pradesh.
Air Marshal P.K. Jain is very interested in sports, adventures, and education. He is chairman of various institutions connected with these fields. The Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM) was awarded to him for his long record of outstanding service.
J.V. Mehta honored at Canadian Ambassador Awards
J.V. Mehta was recently honored at the Annual Edmonton (Canada) Ambassador Awards. He is also a great "Ambassador" for Grant MacEwan Community College. All Jains should be very proud of J.V. Mehta.
Seminar features Jain topics
28 scholars read or discussed their papers and many other scholars participated in the two-day seminar "Jainism and the Modern World" held in Ahmedabad on Feb. 15 and 16. The subjects discussed at the five sessions were "Jainismand the Western World", "Jainism and the Environment", and "Jainism and Quantam Mechanics." "Jainism and Health Science" was carried over into two sessions. The seminar was organized by Jain International, with special thanks to Lalit C. Shah.
All India Seminar held in Madras
The Department of Jainology and members of the Reception committee and the Research Foundation for Jainoloy in Madras, India sponsored the All India Seminar on Lord Rishabah-The First Tirthankara from March 14-15 1991.
Justice Shri N. Krishnaswamy Reddiar, retired judge of the Madras
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In the Service of the Community
JAIN SOCIAL GROUP
The Jain Social Group (JSG) was started in Bombay in 1965 by Jain community leaders with the objectives of promoting unity among various sects of Jainism and developing brotherhood in Jain community by social meetings. JSG is a dynamic international organization which, from the small beginning of 100 members and one chapter in Bombay, has grown to more than 40,000 members in 93 chapters on 5 continents worldwide.
JSG has contributed extensively in the areas of Jain Darshan/Philosophy (paryshana lecture retries, religious seminars, classes, etc.) and education (youth development, scholarships, etc). Truly JSG has become Jain Samaj Gaurav (pride).
A JSG chapter of Los Angeles metropolitan area (JSG-L.A.) was organized by a small group on May 5, 1984. From the humble beginning of 60 members in 1984, the JSGL.A. has more than tripled in less than 6 years. The JSG-L.A. has had dedicated and enthusiastic leaders, starting with Mahendra Khandhar and followed by Anil Shah, Sudhir Sheth and Rajendra Vora (current president for the term 1990-91).
JSG-L.A. is a member of the international JSG family. JSG-L.A. has also arranged lectures by Jain scholars, honored tapasvis and made a group contribution of over $10,000 (in addition to individual JSG members' contribution) to the sister organization Jain Center of Southern California for Jain Temple.
While Jain Center's basic purpose is to encourage and promote religious activities, the main thrust of JSG is social supplemented by religious and service oriented activities. The Jain Center and JSG are complementary as well as synergistic for the benefit of the entire Jain community.
The Jain Social Group welds over 40,000 member families worldwide into one social fabric. It helps members unite and meet modern challenges as well as help each other in times of emergency.
With Best Wishes from Jain Social Group, Los Angeles
President Rajendra Vora
Vice President Vinod Mehta
Public Relations Mahesh Sanghvi
Secretary Kirit Mehta
Treasurer Heena Badani
Members Pratibha Parekh Niranjan Shah Subodh Sheth Devika Udani
Founder President Mahendra Khandhar
Ex-Officio Sudhir Sheth
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Millionaire becomes monk
Atul Shah of Bombay has decided to become a Jain monk.
The son of a millionaire diamond merchant, Dalpatbhai Shah of Bombay, shocked his friends and family with his
High Court, performed an inauguration on March 13 at the University Centenary Building
Jinwani
A Monthly Journal
review by Surendra Singhvi Cincinnati, OH
Jinwani is a monthly journal published in Jaipur, Rajasthan, that has been in existence since 1943. "Jin" means those who have conquered their inner enemies, and "wani" means the voice. Therefore, "jinwani" means the voice of those who have conquered their inner enemies.
The journal is published by Samyag Gyan Pracharak Mandal of Jaipur. The 80-page journal publishes Jain essays, monks' lectures, stories with moral lessons, news items, and poems. The journal also feature four regular columns in Hindi.
Anyone intersted in publishing an article, poem, or news item should contact the editor at C-235 A, Dayanand Marg, Tilak Nagar, Jaipur, India 302004. Anyone interested in subscribing to the journal should contact the publisher at the following address: Samyag Gyan Pracharak Mandal, Bapu Bazar 182183, Jaipur, India, 302003. The lifetime membership for those residing in foreign countries is 751 rupees.
Vegetarian Society of Kenya formed
On August 14, 1990, the Vegetarian Society of Kenya was formed. This was a historical event as this Society will bring together all Kenyans who will pursue the cause of Ahimsa, non-violence and compassion toward the animal kingdom. The book that was prepared titled: "The Benefits of Vegetarianism to Africa," proved to be very popular. Several African friends are on the committee. This will serve as a link between the two societies. Apart from Nairobi, there are members in Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru. Let's hope that the Vegetarian Society of Kenya will spread the message of vegetarianism throughout Kenya.
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"After spending a lot of time with Jain monks and reading religious books, I felt that the problems of the world are not related to money, but the mind. And the best way to solve them is TYAG' (non-possessiveness)," he said. "The root cause of our problems is our uncontrollable desire to acquire money and power. Unless we conquer those desires, we are never going to be happy. That is the reason why I have decided to become a Monk."
There was a large procession in Bombay to honor Atul Shah, attended by approximately two hundred thousand people. He will be a disciple of Acharya Ramchandrasuri.
(Reported by Dr. Dhiraj Shah, Buffalo, NY)
Showers of Diamonds and Pearls in Ahmedabad
While it rained cats and dogs in many Indian regions, it showered diamonds and pearls and silver here June 1 when a multi-millionaire diamond merchant undertook a unique religious ceremony.
Atul Kumar Shah went on a varshidan diksha procession one day before he renounced the material world according to his Jain faith.
Shah, who wore diamond-studded necklaces, gold rings and a crown-like turban, threw away among the milling crowd of people small diamonds, pearls and silver coins worth nearly Rs. 35 lakh, according to a report in The Times of India.
Driven by seven decorated elephants, Shah's silver-coated chariot inched its way from his Navarangpura residence to Jain Dehrasar temple.
The procession was led by 50 decorated horses and 40 camel carts carrying women singing songs. More than 200 troupes of folk dancers from all
over the state added color.
Almost the entire Jain community of the city participated either in the procession or lined the route to hail Shah's sacrifice.
Police had a hard time controlling the surging crowds. All markets on the procession's route were closed. Hundreds of water huts and juice stalls had been put up by the procession's orga
nizers.
The organizers also made elaborate arrangements for providing lunch to nearly 100,000 people at specially erected pandals.
(from India West)
'Bavangaj Bhagwan' restored to former majesty
The pilgrim center of Bavangaj near Badwani in western Madhya Pradesh is the focal point of a historic ceremony marking the resurrection of the world's tallest monolith. "Bavangaj Bhagwan" to the devout in the Malwanchal region is the 84-feet statue of Rishabh dev, the first Tirthankar of the Jain tradition. This towering statue of the divinity, also venerated in Vedic texts and the Bhagwat Purana, has at last been restored to its original majestic grandeur after it had almost been lost in oblivion for generations.
Vegetarian Study Launched
Top educators and researchers in medicine have come together to study the effects of vegetarian diet on human immunology and genetics.
The Scientific Committee on Vegetarianism, chaired by Prof. B.N. Tandon of the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences here, has also launched of a program to educate doctors on the virtues of a vegetarian diet.
The secretary-general of the committee, Dr. D.C. Jain, said that up to now no comprehensive scientific studies have been conducted in India on the effects of such a diet although over 500 research papers on the subject are listed in the authoritative "Index Medicus." Jain said that as Vegetarian Day
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anism throughout the country? In the answers to these questions lies the answer to communal violence, Mehta said. "It is my contention that we will never be truly happy as long as the animals who are at our mercy suffer so much. Violence breeds violence." (Source: India Abroad, April 26,1991)
will be observed in India this year, his group will be stepping up studies on the medical aspects. Three major organizations of Digambar Jains are planning a major event at Gaja-Badvani, near Indore in Madhya Pradesh, later this year. It will be led by Shri Vidhyanandji, an acharya of the Digambar Jain community.
The Sadhu Vaswani Mission will observe Nov. 25 as Meatless Day. This year about 200,000 people have taken an oath that they will not eat meat. (From India Abroad)
NRI's new slogan: Vote Vegetarian
"Vote Vegetarian." That's the sloganofa NRI from Britain leaving shortly for an "election tour" of India.
It doesn't matter which party a candidate serves. What matters is what he would serve at a party.
"I'm going to play the politics of compassion," Nitin Mehta, president of Young Indian Vegetarian told India Abroad.
He plans a month-long campaign "mostly in Bombay and Ahmedabad areas". Local support will come from vegetarian and Jain organizations, he believes.
"This is the first time NRIs are voicing concern about such issues in India," Mehta said. Mehta, who is in the motor spares business is motivated enough to spare a month just for this.
He will voice concern by asking questions to candidates. "Those who join our cause will put the questions to candidates."
The questions are as follows: • Is he/she vegetarian?
• Would he/she support the banning of all export of animals from India?
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Vegetarian Festival organized in U.K.
Mr. Nitin Mehta of the Young Indian Vegetarians has organized the 2nd mass vegetarian festival on Sunday, July 28, at Alexandra Palace, Wood Green, London, N22 at 12:30 p.m. There will be numerous food stalls serving vegetarian food. Many celebrities are expected to attend and there will also be entertainment.
Vegetarianism in on the rise in the West. However, we cannot do enough to promote the virtues of being a vegetarian. Young Jains hopes to have a stall at this festival and all of their members must attend.
International Vegetarian Union elects president
Shri Surendra M. Mehta of Madras, India, former secretary of the Indian Vegetarian Congress, has been elected president of the International Vegetarian Union at the 29th World Vegetarian Congress in Israel in April of 1990. Congratulations to Mehtaji; he is the first Indian to be elected to the post.
The Congress decided to host the 30th World Vegetarian Congress in India in 1992.
Sarvodaya Trust receives support from U.S. doctors
The Shree Bidada Sarvodaya Trust has received generous support from Jains and non-Jains of Kachchh in North America and other countries. Kachchhi Jain doctors from the USA have rendered their services to this worthy cause.
Altogether 12,839 patients were examined and out of this number 544 were operated at Bidada Hospital and
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be true? And what is the result of the dogmatism? Chaos and Conflict, discord and disillusion. You will all share my feelings when I say with the poet:
And much it grieves my heart to think: What man has made of man
Essence and Spirit of Jainism
By Gurudev Shri Chitrabhanuji (excerpted from a discourse on Jainism)
Why have we all met here today from the four corners of the earth? Not to argue dogmatically over differences, but to break the barriers of racism and sectarianism to learn something from one another, to see the same object from one another's point of view so that we can understand one another the better on solving our problems, especially among our youth. The goal for each of us is the same, though the approach may be different. Argument will not take us any nearer to the goal. I am here reminded of an incident which will bear out my point.
At an eye clinic where many patients were waiting for treatments, there were four who were blind. One of them inadvertently touched a window pane and importantly announced, "This is a window pane it is red, my son told me so."
Another cut him short with the assertion that it was "green" and cited with equal emphasis the authority of a brother. The other two "contradicted them, each with a different colour and a different authority, but with the same querulousness and the same conviction. The storm in the tea cup was quelled by another patient who explained to them that the panes were multi-colored, much to the amusement of everyone present.
A trivial quarrel, no doubt, and perhaps a trivial incident to be related here. But I ask you, have not men of different religions argued with the same triviality, the same intolerance and the same vehemence, over the centuries? Each has the conviction that what he was told by someone who could see clearly must be true. One cannot blame him for his absolute faith in his mentor, but surely there was room for others to
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Jainism is not a sect or just one more conflicting ideology-it is a way of thinking and living.
The greatness of Jain philosophy lies in the fact that its teachings assure "the greatest happiness of the greatest number," not only of men, but of all living beings, under all circumstances.
Its philosophy is not essentially founded on any particular writing or external revelation, but on the unfoldment of spiritual consciousness, which is the birthright of every soul. Mere words cannot give full expression to the truths of Jainism which must be felt and realized within.
The word Jain is derived from the generic term "Jina." A person who conquers his lower nature, i.e. passion, hatred, and the like and achieves the state of supreme being is called a Jina. There have been several Jinas and there can be many more in the future. A Jina who is a guiding force to his followers, reviews principles of religion and regenerates the community, is called a "tirthankara."
Adinath, who dates back to the beginning of the world, was the first Tirthankara and founder of Jain religion according to Jain philosophy. Today in the twentieth century we live in the era of Bhagwan Mahavira, the 24th and last Tirthankara. Bhagwan Mahavira was born in 599 B.C. in modern Bihar, lived to the age of 72 and attained Moksha (salvation) in 526 B.C. He revived the Jain philosophy about 2500 years ago. Since that time, Bhagwan Mahavira has been the spiritual guide of the Jains.
Even now, about seven to eight million Jains in India practice the preachings of Bhagwan Mahavira and it id the duty of their mentors to guide them in practicing it is its spirit in this rapidly changing world. "What then, is the essence, the spirit of Jainism?"you may ask.
Jainism, viewed as a whole, rests on the four pillars, which are Ahimsa (non
violence), Anekantwad (theory of relativity), Aparigraha (non-acquisition), and Karma (deeds or action).
Nonviolence, Theory of Relativity, Non-acquisition, and deeds or action.
Birth control and Jainism
by Nathmalji Tatia and Prof. Jaini The notion that the population of a society can increase to a point at which it threatens the health and welfare of that society is, for the Jains, entirely modern. Indeed, Jain literature, some of which dates back to the fifteenth century B.C., teaches that birth as a human being is a rare and fortunate event in the cosmic theme. In addition, the Jain population has always been so small, relative to the surrounding nonJain community (about seven million in modern India) that Jains may well have been more concerned about too few people than too many.
However, self-restraint and nonharm in thought, speech, and action are the essence of the Jain religion and way of life. Viewed in this light, birth control through self-restraint can be seen as a religious command.
Birth control should be an ethical pursuit based on the attitude that all life is sacred. Thinking, ethical people accept as good the preservation and promotion of life and nurturing of each life so that it may develop. They recognize as evil the destruction and injury of life and the suppression of its development.
Jain society has always included a vital community of monks and nuns whose lives are seen as models of the spiritual life and who take permanent vows of celibacy. Celibacy is also encouraged for the lay person, not for purposes of population control but because it involves the kind of self-control and transcendence of passions that are conducive to spiritual progress. Recognizing that such self-control may be too difficult to maintain in the context of marriage, Jain lawgivers have taught that married couples should remain monogamous and should find contentment through moderation in
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tries of origin. This has not been the case with Jainism. As a religion it could not be popular in the West and other countries for the following reasons:
their conjugal activities.
Because Jains believe that a soul takes birth as a result of its own actions (karma) and not as part of a divine plan of creation, they are under no doctrinal obligation to bear children and may choose to take temporary abstinence, particularly during times in which the risk of pregnancy is greatest. If abstinence proves too difficult to maintain, they may independently decide to use medically approved methods of birth control that interrupt the procreative process prior to fertilization. Because Jains believe that life begins at the moment of conception, those methods are considered not to kill and are therefore consistent with ahimsa, non-violence. Post-fertilization methods of birth control such as an abortion, however, do violate that principles and are therefore unacceptable.
Taken from The New Road, Oct.-Dec. 1990
Jainism and the Western World
By Satish Kumar Jain Secretary General World Jain Congress & Ahimsa International
History and culture on a worldwide scale have developed to the point where some of the teachings and practices of Jainism have become imperative if life, and especially human life, is to continue. (James E. Royster, Cleveland State University U.S.A.)
It is the feeling which even Westerners have increasingly started expressing about the sacred Jainism, particularly for its doctrines of Ahimsa, coexistence, Anekantvad and Syadvada.
Jainism is an ancient, indigenous, living religion of the country and has exerted an influence in India that far exceeds its relative size, it has not been read and understood on a wider scale in the western world.
Christianity, Buddhism, Islam, and Hinduism are the four principle religions of the world. With national and international support, these have flourished well inside and outside their coun
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1. Force was never used by any Jain rulers or persons in power to cause conversion to Jainism.
2. Jain saints and sadhvis did not travel to other countries as their strict code of conduct came in the way.
3. It has not been patronized by the rulers since the 13th Century and was reduced to the status of a minority community religion, and hence had no resources, political or financial, for propagation in the West.
4. It came to be considered as a religion of renunciation and restraints. Its strict code of conduct was not feasibly adaptable by the people of the West.
5. Emancipation of soul "Atma Kalyan" is the target in Jainism. Jain elite had no practical service mission for the suffering people of the world.
The study of Jainism in the West has thus far neither been intensive nor extensive for the following reasons:
1) Earlier, most of the scholars of Jainism were not proficient in English, whatever they wrote was in an Indian language. 2) Translation of Jain works in English or other languages was not attempted and therefore could not be available to foreign scholars interested in this study. 3) Lack of adequate knowledge of English also came in the way of Jains visiting foreign countries for the propagation of Jainism. They also could not get financial support from institutions, trusts or businesses to meet their travel expenses. There were no missions or trusts specifically created for sending preachers or scholars abroad. Thus there was a complete lack of exchange of knowledge between the scholars of India and the West.
4) Lack of funds to send Jain preachers and scholars to foreign coun
tries. 5) Indifferences of resourceful Jains of India to place Jain literature in libraries or research centers in the West for study.
6) Obscurity of the Jain thought and conduct has not only caused the indifference of the popular mind, but to a lesser extent, even the academic community in the West has evinced less interest in its study.
Whatever may have been the reasons for Jainism not having made a wide base of study in the West, some scholars interested in the study of eastern religion did study it as an important Sramanic religion. Some wrote commentaries or articles, some scholars wrote books.

Oriental or Indological studies by western scholars commenced about the beginning of the last quarter of the 18th century. Dr. Herman Jacobi did important work in the study of Jainism and his English translation of the Sutras was published in 1884.
As time went on, many more foreign scholars became interested in Jain studies.
Dr. T.J. Salgia, former president of JAINA in the USA has compiled a book, "Jainism" published by him in October 1987. The book contains views of many American, European, and Indian scholars and leaders on Jainism and Ahimsa.
At the World Religions Conference held in Chicago, Ill., USA, in 1893 the young scholar Virchand Raghavji Gandhi was a delegate to represent the Jain religion. His well-studied exposition of doctrines on Jainism with a local focus impressed the audience of 10,000. He was invited to speak in most parts of Europe and his lectures were published by Herbert Warner in book form.
The inroads into publication and popularization of Jain doctrines are being well-traveled by the highly enthusiastic and motivates Jain settlers in the USA, Canada, Europe, Africa, Asia.
It is estimated that nearly 0.1 million Jains are now residing abroad of the estimated 2.7 million Indians who have adopted foreign citizenship. During the British regime, Jains mainly settled in the U.K. and other British
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in 1979, started discussing the possibility of creating an umbrella organization which would provide leadership to the various Jain centers, create more Jain organizations, and promote Jainism in North America.
colonies. Their migration to other countries started in full force in the 1960s when better opportunities opened in engineering, scientific and medical research, and various other professions.
At the beginning of this century, some Jains from Gujarat, especially from Saurashtra and Kutch, sailed to Zanzibar and other coastal towns of east Africa, such as Mombassa, Daressalam, Tanga, and Lindi. Soon, they migrated to the inland and opened businesses in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Kenya, Tanzania, and even to South Africa.
Jains live in the largest number in the U.K. U.S.A. Canada and Kenya (more than 25,000 Jains live in the U.K., the same number in the U.S.A.), They are well-settled in their financial careers; their sincerity and hard work have paid off in high dividends.
About three decades ago, Jainism was virtually unknown to all of Europe, with the exception of the U.K., America and Canada. But with the increasing number of contacts by the Jain settlers, people are beginning to appreciate the scientific aspects of Jain thought and the depth of our observations. This has aroused the interest of many Westerners.
As Secretary General of the World Jain Congress and Ahimsa International, I occasionally receive requests from foreign researchers or devotees of the Jain religion to send literature. Some even wish to begin Jain centers. In the absence of proper literature or personal briefing, they often have mistaken beliefs about the Jain codes of conduct.
As the Jains abroad are financially well-settled, they have established many Jain centers and societies for religious/social events. They come together for celebrations and parvas. These centers and associations are developing religious, cultural, and literary programs.
Among all the Jain associations and institutions of the West, I would make a special mention of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA). It is the realization of a dream and a vision of a few very far-sighted Jains in America, who on an informal basis during November and December
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The first convention of JAINA was held in 1981 in Los Angeles and the Sixth Biennial Convention will be held at San Francisco, CA. The convention's theme is "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation."
A very well-organized Federation, JAINA has at present over sixty Jain centers and association as its members. Its present President, Dr. Sulekh C. Jain, is striving hard for generating many activities in the region, particularly literary for dissemination of knowledge on Jainism. JAINA has established a library for dissemination of knowledge on Jainism. JAINA has established a library in Lubbock, TX, USA, which opened in April 1990. Its Canada branch has been established in Toronto. Books on various aspects of Jainology will be collected from India for the purpose of placing them in these libraries and research centers.
Another important activity in which the federation is engaged is inviting the reputed scholars of Jainism from India and arranging their lectures and discussion at various Jain Centers.
JAINA brings out a quarterly journal, the "Jain Digest" which gives global information on Jain events and includes several interesting feature articles.
As an important religion of the east, Jainism is attracting the attention of the western organizers of conferences on world religions, ethics, etc.. During the past few years, several Jain scholars of repute have been invited by the Jain centers and conference organizers to deliver their lectures and for discussions. Notable names include Dr. J.C. Jain (Bombay), Pandit Dalsukh Malvania (Ahmdabad), Dr. Nathmal Tantia (Ladnun), Dr. A.V. Sangave (Kolhaour), Dr. Mahaveer Saran Jain (Jabalpur), Dr. Kumarpal Desai (Ahmdabad), Dr. Hukam Chand Bharill (Jaipur), Dr. Prem Suman Jain (Udaipur), Dr. Gokul Chandra Jain (Varanasi), Dr. V.P. Jain (Jabalpur), and
Dr. Bhagchandra Jain Bhaskar (Nagpur).
There are about 100 Jain centers and associations abroad, working for international links of Jainism.
The Duke of Edinburgh (U.K.) announced the establishment of the International Sacred Literature Trust for the translation and publication of holy books in English of various world religions.

With the effort of so many Jain Societies in the world, Jainism has been included in the list and the first book selected for English translation is Tattwarth Sutra.
The International Literature Trust, headed by the Duke of Edinburgh, had the formal presentation of the Jain Declaration of Nature to H.R.H. Prince Philip in Buckingham Palace in London. The Prince had a round table discussion with several selected Jain delegates from various countries, with the theme "Do Not Exploit Nature for Selfish Ends."
Construction and consecration of Jain temples is gaining importance in the West, to provide suitable places for worship and developing community relations. A large and beautiful Jain temple has been built at the cost of about Rs.2 Crores in Leicester (U.K.) from hand-carved Rajasthan stone. Devotees from all parts of the world participated in the week-long Pratistha celebrations during July 14-20, 1988. The Leicester streets looked like any city street in India, decorated with Jain flags and festoons, and a moving chariot procession with the usual tableaus and color, accompanied by bands playing Indian and English tunes.
4 acres of land has been purchased by the Oshwal Jain Samaj in London for the construction of a large Jain temple with a high spire, guest house, a library, Pathshala for religious education and a farm. Construction has started.
A large Jain temple has been established in Siddhachalam, New Jersey, in the U.S.A. by Sushil Kumarji in the 108 acre Jain Ashram, that he also established. There are presently Jain temples in nine cities in the U.S.A., as well as several established in other countries,
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such as Canada, Japan, and Kenya.
The efforts of two Jain saints in organizing the Jain community of the U.S.A. and Canada and for preaching Jainism in the Western world are very worthy of mention:
Gurudev Chitrabhanuji (now living the life of a house holder) was the first Jain saint to travel to America and establish a Jain Meditation Center in New York. Many American citizens practice at this center.
The dynamism of another eminent Jain saint, Acharya Sushil Kumarji, prompted him to travel to America and Canada in 1975. Encouraged with the devotion of American and Jain followers there, he has established the Jain Ashram in Siddhachalam. It has a li- brary, meditation hall, and a temple.
The first World Jain Conference was organized by Acharya Sushil Kumarji in New York in 1981, which was attended by 700 delegates. The second conference was called by the Jain Association of the U.K. in London in October 1983 and was attended by 2000 people, including many from India, the U.S.A., Canada, Germany. The third and fourth World Jain Conferences were organized by the World Jain Congress and Ahimsa Internationalat New Delhi in 1985 and 1987. Each were attended by 2000 delegates.
The Asian Jain Conference of the World Jain Congress was held in Bangkok (Thailand) in March of 1988. In March of 1989 another successful Asian Jain Conference was organized by the Jains in Singapore.
At all the international Jain conferences held so far, the promotion of brotherhood, understanding, peace, vegetarianism, and the education of our youth has been stressed, especially the preparation of audio-visual material. At all these conferences, the younger generations participated with enthusiasm and gave evidence of their faith in the Jain religion through active participation, public address, singing of devotional songs, and paying deserved respect to the message of Tirthankaras and the literature emerg. ing from their real knowledge.
Teachings in Jainism through literature or preachings should not be
confined to Jains alone who have settled in foreign countries. There should be a wider scope to cover the followers of other faiths as well. Jain fundamental principles and its various doctrines need to be widely explained to the people of the world as those lay stress on the making of the "perfect" man by his own efforts-good deeds, without the "super assistance.
Jainism has the unique system of very liberal standpoints to avoid conflict and to have tolerance to understand the standpoints of others, known as Anekanta and Syadvada. We need to explain to the world that reality can be looked at from many standpoints and that not one alone is the only valid point. Reality being complex, any one simple proposition cannot express the nature of reality fully. Flexibility in standpoints with patience to hear and understand the views of others is imperative for peaceful existence.
Editor's Note: Satish Jain is an active leader of the Jain community. His contribution of this article and more than 100 pictures of Jain temples for possible inclusion in this special issue is highly appreciated.
religions. One prayer goes as follows: "Whosoever sings the prayer of Lakshmi (goddess of prosperity), gets happiness and wealth." Another one states: "Allah hath bought from the believers their lives and their wealth in return for the paradise which will be theirs." Yet another prayer reads: "I will sing unto the Lord because he hath dealt bountifully with me...let my adversaries be clothed with shame, and let them cover themselves with their own confusion, as with a mantle.
The author further obseves, "Sycophancy (belittlement) is another lesson that a person learns by (some) prayers..._the devotee) calls himself ignorant, nothing, less than nothing, uselesss sinner and what not."
These observations should open our eyes to the wide gap which exists between the principles of the Jain religion and the meanings of some of our prayers, worships, and religious songs. Many Jain scholars and reformers observed such undesirable features of Jain religious practices and have composed prayers and worships which conform to the teachings of Jainism. There are a numerous compositions of this type in Sanskrit, Prakrit, Hindi, and Gujarati. Here are a few such prayers and worships in English: 1. Chauvees Santhav (Logassa)
Sutra, English adaptation published in Jain Study Circular, Janu
ary 1991, page 20. 2. My Aspirations (Meri Bhaavna)
by Pandit Jugal Kishore Mukhtar, translation into English verse by Devendra Kumar Jain, Studies in
Jainism: Reader 1", page 46. 3. Song of Soul by Sahajanand Varni,
Studies in Jainism: Reader 1", page
Jain religious practice By Duli Chandra Jain, Flushing
NY "Believe It or Not, Religion Prompts Us to Pray for Selfish Ends" is the title of an article by Bhagwat Swarup Goel, published in the India Tribune of March 16, 1991. The writer continues, "It may be strange, but it is a fact that the more religious and more full of devotion (Bhakti) a person is, the more selfish he or she turns out to be. Though religion may teach the service of humanity and what are called 'higher value of life', the truth is apparently otherwise."
In the authors' opinion, "the reason is not far to seck. When a person prays to God or some deity, he asks for blessings for himself or his family. Generally, prayers are for wealth, health, and the betterment of the person who prays, and not for the good of others...the seeds of selfishness are ingrained in every prayer which is made."
In the article, some examples of prayers have been cited from various
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4. Jin, Jin, Bless His Name, by Leona
Smith Kresmer, Studies in Jainism,
Reader 1", page 7. 5. What Are You, by Devendra
Kumar Jain, Studies in Jainism,
Reader 1" page 23. 6. Worship of Dev (Supreme Souls),
Shastra (Scriptures) and Guru (True Sages) composed in Hindi by Jugal Kishore, English adaption by Dr. Trilok Chandra Jain, published in Jain Study Circular, January 1989, page 12.
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Evolution of Jainism in North America*
by Surendra S. Singhvi *The author expresses his appreciation to Mr. Arhant Jain of Toronto, Dr. Jagat Jain of Buffalo, Dr. Sulekh Jain of Cincinnati, Master S. Jain of Buffalo and Dr. Dhiraj Shah of Grand Island, N.Y.
A Jain Scholar, Mr. Virchand Raghavji Gandhi, left India and along with Swami Vivekanand set foot on the North American continent. He delivered lectures on the Jain philosophy at the International Congress of Religions in Chicago in 1893. His discourses convinced the elite of America of the fact that Jainism is an authentic and rational religion. Almost a century later, itis estimated that there are about 40,000 followers of Jainism in North America. The objectives of the paper are to i)provide a historical perspective on the evolution of Jainism in North America, ii) share the results of a recent survey on various local Jain Centers' activities, iii) discuss major Jain activities of nationalimportance, and iv) comments on future direction in continuing Jain evolution.
1. Professor Maurice Bloomfield
translated from Sanskrit and Prakrit texts the life of Lord Parshvanath, and the University of Maryland Press published his book in 1919 entitled Life and Sto
ries of the Jain Savior Parshvanath. 2. Professor William Norman Brown
of the Universityof Pennsylvania, Philadelphia was an important Jain scholar and he published the following three books: a) Story of Kalakacharya, published by Smithsonian Institution, Freerer Gallery of Art, Oriental Studies #1, Washington, D.C., 1933. b) Descriptive & Illustrative Catalogue of Miniature Paintings of the Jaina Kalpasutra, published by Baltimore Press, 1934. c) Manuscript Illustrations of the Uttaradhayana Sutra, published by New Haven American Oriental
Society, (Series Volume #21) 1941. 3. Professor Hellen Johnson, a stu
dent of Professor Brown, translated Acharya Hema Chandra texts and published Trishashti Shalaka Parusha Charitra in six vol
umes during 1931-1962. 4. Professor Zimmer Henrich's book
on Jainism and Philosophies of India was published under Bollinger Series by Princeton University
Press in 1951. With growinginterest of Americans in Jainism, U.S. Library of Congress, Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Maryland, Princeton University, Columbia University and others have built up a good collection of Jain books during the last 50 years. During 1940s and 1950s many Americans were influenced by the writ- ings of Dr. Kamata Prasad Jain and others in a monthly journal entitled Voice of Ahimsa, published in English from India.
After India's independence in 1947, a few Jains came to the U.S. and settled down here: • Dr. Mahavir Prashad, M.D. came
to the U.S. in 1950. • Mr.Navin Shah from Poona came
to earn a M.S. in Engineering at
the University of Minnesota in 1952. Dr. Ajit Prasad, M.D. from Bangalore came to Pennsylvania in
1953. • Late Professor Narendra Sethi
from Indore came to earn a Ph.D. in Management at New York Uni
versity in 1958. During 1960s, a lot of Jains came from India to the U.S. and Canada as a result of liberalized immigration laws. A lotof Jain monks, nuns and Bhattaraks have visited North America since 1971. Gurudev Chitrabhanu's arrival in 1971 and Acharya Shri Sushil Kumarji's arrival in 1974 have inspired a lot of Jains to organize themselves and feel proud of their religion. (see: "Travel of Jain Monks to the West - Early Accounts and the Present" by S. Singhvi and S.A.B. Kumar in April 1991 issue of Jinamanjari). The first Jain Center was established in 1966 in New York City by Late Professor Narendra Sethi, Professor Dulichand Jain, Dr. Mahendra Pandya and Dr. Surendra Singhvi. The center's membership consisted of about 20 families and it used to celebrate major Jain festivals at Columbia University. To-day the center has more than 400 members and has its own temple.
Since 1966, more than 50 Jain organizations have been established in U.S. and Canada. These local organizations vary in size, level of activities and resources. To understand the activities of these organizations, a survey was undertaken by the author and the results are presented in the next section.
HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE
Mr. Virchand Gandhi made such a great impact that the conveners and scholars of the 1893 International Congress of Religions awarded a silver medal to him. One week after Mr. V.R. Gandhi's arrival, Shri Lalan came to the U.S.A. where he stayed for 41/2 years and taught Jainism. In 1894, an American lady, Mrs. Howard, became his disciple, adopted pure vegetarianism and other codes of conduct of Jainism and practised Samayika. The replica of Palitana Jain temple was sent to St. Louis Fair by the Government of India for display at the exposition in 1904-1905. In August 1933, Barrister Champatrai Jain delivered a paper on "Ahimsa as the key to World Peace" in Chicago under the auspices of the World Fellowship of Faiths.
Since the turn of the century, several scholars in the U.S.A. started rescarch on Jainism and published many books such as:
SURVEY RESULTS
In January 1991, a questionnaire was mailed to 50 Jain organizations in North America. The rate of response for the survey was 60%, despite a postcard reminder in February 1991 and a telephone follow up in March 1991. Out of 30, only 25 responses were complete and related to local Jain centers.
The responses of the Jain organizations are summarized under the following headings:
1. Establishment by year 2. Memberships 3. Temples 4. Newsletters
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5. Youth programs 6. Adult programs 7. Tapascharya 8. Paryushan/Daslaxana 9. Non-Jain Community Services 10. Publications on Jainism 11. Jain conferences 12. Cooperation with other religions 13. Special projects
Annual Membership Dues # of Centers
$0 $ 5 $ 10-15 $ 21-31 $51 Total
Other Centers
10. Boston 11. Houston 12. Dallas 13. New Jersey 14. Toledo 15. Allentown 16. N. Carolina, Charlotte
X
The family life membership dues also vary significantly from one center to another as shown below:
Life Membership Dues # of Centers $100 - 101 $150 - 151 $201 - 251 No life membership
Total
The deity selection for temples also vary from one center to another. For example, the Washington Jain Center temple has deities of Shantinath, Neminath and Chandraprabhu, while the Jain Sangh of New Jersey and Jain Center of Southern California temple has deities of Mahavir, Parshvanath and Adinath.
Establishment by Year
As mentioned earlier, the first Jain Center in America was established in New York City in 1966. The following matrix shows the growth of Jain Centers in North America during the last 25 years: Established During # of Jain Centers
1966-1969 1970-1974 1975-1979 1980-1984
1985-1990 Total
Besides these responding Jain Centers, there are numerous other local Jain groups in America which are not formally organized or have not responded to the survey. Appendix B lists the participating Jain Centers in North America with the year of establishment and membership.
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Temples
As the local Jain Centers grow in membership and their financial resources, a temple or a permanent place of worship is built for the benefit of the Jain community. Based on the survey, it appears that quite a few local centers have temples as shown below:
Temple Status # of Centers Jain temple by itself
5 Jain Deities in Hindu Temple 4 No permanent temple Total
25
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Newsletters
While a majority of local Jain Centers publish a newsletter primarily for the membership, the frequency of such newsletter varies as shown below: Newsletter Frequency # of Centers
None 3 per year 4 per year 6 per year 8 per year 10 per year 12 per year Total
Aboutone third of responding local centers distribute their newsletters to non - Jains.
Non Jain recipients of the newsletter generally include non- Jain Indians, local religious groups, universities, yoga groups and the like.
Memberships
Memberships in local Jain Centers are categorized as regular members paying annual dues or life members paying one lump sum dues. Members generally represent a family; however, a few centers have a third category for single or individual members. A very few centers also have a category for honorary members, at least in their constitutions. The local centers are classified by the size of their membership in the following matrix:
Total Members # of Centers 8-50
12 51-125 126-250 251 and above 7 Total
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The building total costs for existing temples vary from $130,000 to $1,300,000. Of course, the cost burden for the local Jain Center is reduced when a temple is built in collaboration with Hindu Temple.
Most of the Jain temples in North America were built during 1980s. The following table shows the listing of the centers with a temple: Responding Centers Jain Temple JainHindu Temple
1. Washington, D.C. 2. Jain Sangh of N.J. 3. Toronto 4. New York City 5. South California 6. N. Carolina, Raleigh 7. S. Carolina 8. Buffalo 9. Pittsburgh
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Youth Programs
In order to teach Jainism to youth, local Jain Centers organize programs strictly for youth ranging from once a week to once a year: Frequency of Youth Programs # of Centers
1 per week 2 per month 1 per month 4 per year 2 per year 1 per year Infrequently
Total
The family regular membership dues vary from one center to another as shown below:
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In addition, there are regular monthly programs for adults in which youth members also participate. Summer camps are also organized by local Jain centers for youth. During 1990, the following Jain centers organized summer camps:
Name of Center # of Youths # of Days Washington IMJM Canada
35
4
50
Phoenix
20
St. Louis
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Pittsburgh Southern California 70 Connecticut
15
45
N. Carlifornia Chicago
50
Summer campsare planned for 1991 by the center listed above (except for St. Louis) plus the Jain Sangh of N.J., Atlanta, Toronto, and New York.
Southern Louisian
Southern California
10
3
3
3
7
3
3
Jain Essay competition is one of the youth activities organized by local centers. During 1990, the following Jain centers sponsored Jain essay competi
tion:
2
3
Name of Centers # of Youths North Carolina, Raleigh
9
IMJM, Canada
6
4 per month
3 per month
2 per month
1 per month
1 in 2 months
1 in 3 months Infrequently
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Adult Programs
A typical program for adult Jains include prayers, snatra puja, meditation, lectures by Jain scholars and aarti. Such programs are generally organized once a month. The frequency of these programs is shown below: Frequency of Adult Programs # of Centers
1
1
4
15
1
2
15 N/A
1
25
Total
A few centers organize programs for adults which include group "Ayambil", group "samayik", "Panch Teerth Yatra", camp for adults, picnic
and the like.
Tapascharya
Fasting is one of the important activities for Jains, specially during "Paryushan" and "Daslaxana" time. The survey shows a lot of Tapascharya at numerous centers during 1190: Fasting Duration # of Individuals More than 8 days
17 67
8 days 2-7 days
156
Some of the Jain's fasting for more than 8 days are observing "Varshi Tap Sadhna" (i.e. one year's fast on alternate date).
In addition, hundreds of Jains observe one day fast or partial day fast (Ekasana). Some Jain centers conduct Tapascharya bidding on the Sapna Day during Paryushana and encourage members to get involved in some form of Tapascharya.
Paryushana/Daslaxana
This most important8/10days festival is celebrated by all centers; however, the duration of the celebration varies as follows: Duration of the Festival
1 day
2 days
3 days
8 days
18 days
Total
# of Centers
2
1
1
17
4
25
"Saamvatsari," the last day of "Paryushan," is celebrated on the actual day by all centers except four centers which celebrate it on the nearest weekend. Only eight centers conduct "Pratikraman" in English for youth members on Samvatsari Day. With the publication of two booklets on Pratikraman in English, more centers are expected to organize English Pratikraman for youths (some adults also attend it). Some centers celebrate "Anant Chaturdashi" the last day of Daslaxana, "Dhoop Dashmi" before "Anant Chaturdashi," and "Khamavni" the day after "Anant Chaturdashi."
On the "Sapna Divas", eleven centers conduct "Ghee Boli" to raise money. Except for five centers, which have temples, the "Ghee Boli" money is not restricted for the temple use only. It should be noted that the Ghee Boli
tradition is followed only by one segment of Jains (temple goer Swetambars) in India, and the money raised through Ghee Boli is restricted for maintenance.
The Buffalo Jain Community, for example, has replaced "Ghee Boli" with reformed method of raising funds. The community decides in advance a small amount of donation for carrying a sapna or doing other rituals. Those who want to participate in the ceremony fill out a form and drop in a box. Participants' names are drawn by lot by a youth at the time of the ceremony. People contribute the minimum, most of the time more than the minimum, but the amount is not announced individually. Additionally, each sapna is recited in English by a different youth. These reforms have generated renewed interest in the younger generation.
Many centers provide speakers on Jainism to non-profit organizations such as schools, Rotary Clubs, churches, YMCAs and the like. Some Kutchi Jains have started organizing medical camps in Kutch (Gujarat), India since 1989 to help sick people.
Publications on Jainism
Local Jain Centers, besides publishing newsletters and membership directories, also publish limited religious materials of the following type:
• Reprint of articles from Jain magazines.
Publication of out of print books on Jainism (N. Carolina-Raleigh)
.
•
Pratikraman in English booklet (St. Louis and San Diego) Pratikraman in English booklet (St. Louis and San Diego)
Jain essays prepared by local youth members
Book of Stavans (S. Carolina)
This is one area where the national Jain organizations could play an important role and provide the pertinent Jain literature to local centers at reasonable cost. Twelve centers have established a Jain library consisting of books, video and audio cassettes on Jainism for use by their members.
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1. Jain Meditation International Center: In 1971, Gurudev Chitrabhanu came to the U.S. and established the Jain Meditation International Center in New York City in 1975. Gurudev lectures on Jainism to Jains and others throughout North America. He has numerous books on Jainism and prepared numerous video/audio cassettes on Jainism. The Center publishes a newsletter every six months, which is mailed out to about 2,000 individuals at no cost. When Gurudev is in the U.S., he conducts weekly classes on meditation and Jainism to interested people. One of his disciples, Mr. Balbhadra of Canada, has become a pure vegetarian and plans to become a Jain monk. Gurudev's main theme of his lecturesis in "Relativity in thinking, non-violence in action". His books, video tapes and audio cassettes can be obtained from the center: 244 Ansonia Station, New York, N.Y. 10023, telephone (212-3626483).
Jain Conferences
During the last decade, a lot of Jain conferences and conventions were organized in North America, England, India and other countries. A few local Jain centers are represented in these meetings. The survey show that 14 Jain centers sent their delegates to these meetings (i.e. JAINA biennial conventions, IMJM conference, World Congress, etc.) Needless to say, these national and international meetings are useful in uniting Jains and promoting Jainism in the world.
Cooperation with other religions 14 Jain canters undertook projects (i.e. Inviting outside speakers, raising funds, community work, feeding the homeless, etc.) with other religious groups, particularly Hindu Religious Societies. There are four responding centers which participate in Hindu Temples by having one or more deities of Tirthankars. The Hindu-Jain temple in Pittsburgh and the Buffalo HinduJain communities are good examples of such cooperation, where Hindu and Jain mantras and aartis are sung together.
Special Projects
A few local centers have undertaken special projects which are worth noticing:
Celebration of Ahimsa Day on Thanksgiving Day or Mahatma Gandhi's birthday by feeding homeless people.
Awarding scholarships to Jain youths based on academic performance and practice of Jainism (three centers). Sponsoring Jain scholars/ monks from India to lecture in North America.
Jain Activities of National Importance
The previous section presented Jain activities at the local Jain center level, mostly for the benefit of the local Jain community. There have been a lot of Jain activities at the national level during the last two decades which are presented here:
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2.Siddhachalam: In 1974, Acharyashri Sushil Kumarji came to Canada and the U.S. along with a few monks. He traveled throughout North America, lectured on Jainism and established numerous International Mahavir Jain Mission Centers. In 1983, Acharya Sushil Kumarji established his Ashram at Siddhachalam in Blairstown, New Jersey. This 108 acres of hill-top property is located near the Pocono Mountains and provides the ideal peaceful environment for the practice and study of the science of Arhum Yoga. Retreats and seminars are offered for adults with special summer camps for children to teach Jain principles. Siddhachalam is a resident community for monks and nuns, laymen and laywomen. It is the headquarter for the International Mahavira Jain Mission, the World Fellowship of Religions and the Kundalini Science Center, all founded by Sushil Kumarji. The Ashram is the first Jain community of its kind in North America for Jains of all sects. A newly-built temple at Siddhachalam houses beautiful statue of various Tirthankaras. Information about Siddhachalam activities can be obtained from RD4., Box 374,
Blairstown, N.J. 07825, telephone 201362-9793.
3. Jain Center of Boston: The center was established in 1973. It has published directories of all Jains in North America in 1977 and 1986, and is planning to publish the third edition in 1991. In addition, the center has been sponsoring an annual Jain essay competition for youth since 1980. The top three youths in each age group are given prizes and their essays ar published in the Jain Study Circular. These two activities initiated by the Boston Jain Center are of national interest, and the information can be obtained from: 83 Fuller Brook Road, Wellesley, MA 02181, telephone 617-237-5997.
4. Jain Study Circle: the Circle was formally established in 1987 to propagate the fundamental principles of the Jain religion through publication of the quarterly Jain Study Circular and other Jain literature, and organization of study groups/seminars. Prior to 1987, the Circular was published by the Boston Jain Center. The first issue of it was published in 1980. It is distributed at no cost to about 4,700 families. The circle has published Studies in Jainism: Reader I in 1990. Dr. Dulichand Jain is the editor of the quarterly magazine and other publications. Information about the Jain Study Circle can be obtained from: 99-11, 60 Avenue Apt. 3D, Flushing NY, 11368, telephone 718-6994653.
5. Federation of JAINA: The Federation of Jain Association in North America was established in 1981, representing four local Jain Centers. Today, JAINA represents about 50 Jain centers. Being an umbrella of associations, its objective is to provide a forum to foster fellowship and unity among various Jain Associations and to take up religious causes and issues that will benefit its member organizations. Some of the major activities of JAINA are listed below: (see for details, an article by Dr. Sulekh Jain in the July 1990 issue of Jain Digest.)
1. Jain Digest This quarterly magazine was initiated in 1985 and is
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America. contacts with Jains in other continents and promotion through news media. Information about JAINA can be obtained from: 9831 Tall Timber Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45241, telephone 513-777-1554.
1. Bramhi Society: In 1989, the Bramhi Society was established by a group of twelve individuals from the U.S. and Canada to make a contribution in a contemporary environment to the study and promotion of Jain reflection in the West. It has begun the publication of Jinmanjari, a semi-annual journal, with the first issue in October 1990. Debut of Jinmanjari is an earnest endeavor to provide a plank for academics and scholars to pursue applied study of Jain philosophy. Information can be obtained from: Mr.S.A.B. Kumar, editor, 4665 Moccasin Trail, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 2WS, telephone 416-890-3363.
mailed to about 5,500 families in North America and other countries.
2. Convention-Since its founding in 1981, JAINA has held five biennial conventions in Los Angeles, New York, Detroit, Chicago and Toronto. The Sixth Biennial Convention will be held in San Francisco in July 1991.
3. Libraries--JAINA has established two libraries-one in Lubbock, TX, with more than 4,000 books and journals, and the second in Toronto, Canada with more than 500 books.
4. Youth Activities Over the years, JAINA has organized several youth seminars and symposiums. Some youth leaders have been identified in North America and a national organization-"Young Jains of America" is becoming a reality.
5. Marriage Information-To meet this need, JAINA provides two services: (a) free matrimonial ads in the Jain Digest and (b) computerized data bank referrals of eligible boys and girls.
6. Chair in Jainology-JAINA is in the process of establishing a chair on Jainology at Harvard University. Dr. Nathmal Tatiya of Ladnu, India was a visiting professor at Harvard and taught a course on Jainology during 1990-91.
7. Visiting scholars—JAINA has been sponsoring and coordinating the visits of Jain scholars, monks, nuns, and Bhattaraks to North America for several years.
8. TV Programs-JAINA, along with others was instrumental in the production of a one hour documentary on Ahimsa, which was shown on PBS Television in the U.S. in 1987. The documentary is available in a vidco cassette.
9. Jain Declaration on Nature-In October 1990, the JAINA delegation headed by Dr. Sulekh Jain joined the World Jain Community in presenting the 16-page "Jain Declaration on Nature" to H.H. Duke of Edinborough Prince Philip, in London, U.K.
There are a lot of other activities sponsored or to be sponsored by JAINA such as publication of non-sectarian literature on Jainism, youth exchange program between the U.K. and North
can cities. Consequently, NCCI publishes the Jain symbol and information about Jain festivals in its calendar which is sent to schools all over North America. NCCJ also invites Jains to its interfaith activities. Now other U.S. and Canadian non-Jain organizations have been increasingly using the Jain symboland, therefore, providing a distinct identity. Information on NCCJ can be obtained from 71 Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10003.
f. In 1990, the Roop lal Jain Trust at the University of Toronto was established by Mr. Hans Raj Jain of the International Mahavira Jain Mission of Toronto. The firstinaugural lecture was given by Professor P. Jaini of Berkely.
g. In 1990, Neal Shah, a high school student in a catholic school in Buffalo, succeeded in offering Jainism for religious studies instead of Christianity. He has been studying it as an independent study and the teacher has been provided with one set of books on Jainism. It has had such a deep impact that now two more Jain youths have decided to offer Jainism for religious studies. gradually, it may spread all over North America.
Other Activities
a. Professor P.S. Jaini of the University of California, Berkely has published two books on Jainism through the Berkely Press:
"'The JAINA Path of Purifica- tion" in 1979
* "Gender and Salvation: JAINA Debate on the Spiritual Salvation of Women" in 1990.
b. Dr. Paul Knepherle of New Jersey produced a Jain documentary entitled: "Frontiers of Peace" in 1987. This won the best documentary award of the year on a non-christian subject in Europe.
c. In cooperation with other Indian communities, the Jain Society of Toronto has started a cable TV program on Jainism beginning in 1990.
d. In 1988, the Encyclopedia of World Faiths published an 8-page chapter on Jainism. along with write-ups on other eleven major religions (Facts on File Publications Inc., 460 Park Avenue South, New York NY, 10016).
e. In 1987, Dr. Jagat P. Jain of Buffalo worked in getting Jainism included among the major religions of the world by the National Conference of Christians and Jews (NCCJ), which has branches in over 70 North Ameri
Future Direction:
Jainism has been flourishing in North America for the last quarter of a century as a result of (a) the growing number of Jain associations and temples, (b) the formation of JAINA Federation, (c) the establishment of Siddhachalam, (a) the visitation of Jain monks, nuns, and scholars from India, (e) the publication of Jain magazines and books in English, (f) the growing number of summer Jain camps (local, regional and national), and (g) the increasing number of Jain conventions, conferences and seminars.
Based on the survey and my experience with three centers, I have the following suggestions for local centers:
1. Publish a newsletter at least once a quarter covering news about the center's past and future programs, national and international Jain programs, and the like. The newsletter should be sent to all members, and other interested people in the community.
2. Conduct the youth program at
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125 7. Jain Center of Southern CA 1979
600 8. Jain Study Center of NC 1979
32 9. Jain Society of Metro. WA 1980
257 10. Jain Center of Connecticut 1980
100
tative from the center to attend Jain meetings/conferences of regional, na- tional and international level. These meetings provide a lot of information on Jainism and a network of active Jain leaders in the world.
10. Initiate or participate in local community projects, such as Red Cross, nursing homes, homeless people, Rotary Club service projects and the like. Members could participate periodically by donating their time, money, food, used clothes, etc. These projects will provide visibility for the Jain community. One member of the executive community could be responsible for coor- dinating these projects.
11. Recognize each Jain as a member of your center when making references to your membership number in newsletter, membership directories and surveys. One could define a "member" as any individual age 5, and above, who is interested in Jainism.
least once a month devoted primarily for them. The program could include discussions based on short articles from the Jain Study Circular, lectures by outside speakers specifically directed for youth in English, essay writing on Jain topics, etc. An executive committee should coordinate all youth activities at the center as well as with the JAINA youth committee.
3. Encourage youth members to attend summer Jain camps organized by Siddhachalam, JAINA, and other centers. These camps provide knowledge about Jainism and friendship with other Jain youths. If necessary, the center should subsidize expense to encourage youths to attend a camp.
4. Establish a library consisting of books, magazines, video and audio cassettes related to Jainism. One executive committee member should coordinate the library activities with the Jaina library, and promote its usage at the monthly meetings.
5. Conduct "Pratikraman" in English for one hour on Samvatsari Day for youth members. English "Pratikraman" booklets are available from St. Louis and San Diego Jain Centers. This will encourage more youths to participate in this important program.
6. Combine Paryushan and Daslaxana programs for the unity of all Jains. It may not be practical to celebrate these festivals for continuous 18 days: however, a center can select 8-10 days to celebrate important days.
7. Coordinating important programs with other religious groups in the area. In order to promote Jainism, one must expose the center's programs specially distinguished speakers and major festivals to non-Jains. One executive committee member should be responsible for communication with local religious groups and neighboring Jain centers.
8. Plan to have a permanent place of worship or temple for the center by itself or in cooperation with Hindu Society. Smaller centers are better off working with other religious groups to havea common place of worship within the financial resources available.
9. Plan to send at least one represen
11. Jain Group of Atlanta 1981
99 12. Jain Society of Toronto 1983
100 13. Jaini Temple, Pittsburgh 1984
55 14. Jain Community of Buffalo 1985
41 15. Jain Center of Phoenix 1985
35 16. Jain Center of Syracuse 1985
9 17. Mahavir Mission, Toronto 1985
50 18. Jain Center of St. Louis 1986
75 19. Jain Association of Montreal 1986
31 20. Jain Society of Louisiana 1987
30 21. Jain Sangh of New Jersey 1988
790 22. Jain Group of Greenville, SC 1988
Appendix Participating Jain Centers in
North America Organization
established # of members 1. Jain Center of America 1966
415 2. Jain Society of Chicago 1970
500 3. Jain Society of Cleveland 1973
80 4. Jain Center of Northern CA 1975
351 5. Jain Society of Rochester 1976
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11
1989
23. Jain Center of Minnesota
17 24. Jain Center of West Texas
1989
25. Jain Center of Memphis
1989
THOUGHTS...
Amongst every Hundred is born a Braver and Every thousand a Scholar, An orator is amongst Ten thousand While a Genuine DONOR could be one in a million.
A donation given without any sense of obligation and with a sense of duty to the right person at a right time and right Place is supposed to be the most BLESSED one.
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AHIMSA NON-VIOLENCE Narrated by Lindsay Wagner Ahimsa Non-Violence is a new documentary that explores the traditions of the Join religion. Jains are an extraordinary people who put into action their deep belief in non-violence. The Jain religion originated in India centuries ago and its greatest following is still found there, but Jains live in many countries throughout the world. Ahimsa Non-Violence is a sympathetic portrayal of the Joins focusing on their highest ideals. It is a visually rich film with a message; magnificent footage of Jain temple architecture and sculpture, lyrical landscape scenes and intimate close-ups.
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Jain Scriptures
By: Narendra Sheth
The Jain Scriptures are known as AGAMs, or SOOTRAs, similar to the Christians' Old and New Testaments (known as the Bible), the Muslims' Koran and the Hindus' Vedas. The original Testaments were written in Hebrew language, Koran was written in Arabic, Vedas were written in Sanskrit, and Agams were written in Ardhamagdhi. They all have now been translated into contemporary languages for the benefit of all people.
Who wrote the Agams? How many were there? What are their names? What kind of messages do we find in them? These are some of the topics for discussion here.
First of all, our Tirthankars were Nirgranths. One meaning of the word Nirgranth is "without books". So it is obvious that they did not write books. They had infinite knowledge (Kevalgnan), which is too much to be contained in books. But the Ganadhars (immediate followers), who spent more time with Mahavir than other people, had access to that knowledge. Sudharma Swami, Mahavir's fifth follower, was a very good poet.
Whenever Mahavir disclosed something, Sudharma Swami used to make a small poem out of it, so he could memorize it easily. These poems are called Shloks. Then Sudharma Swami would recite that Shlok to other monks, who would then, in turn, memorize it. Later, Sudharma Swami organized those Shloks by subject, and created the first Agams. There were twelve of them, so they are known as twelve Angs (Ang means a part).
The knowledge in these Angs is very highly concentrated. Other monks realized that it would be very difficult for ordinary monks to understand it, so they added explanations on those Angs, which became known as Upangs (Upang means close to Ang). Then ten more scriptures were created, known as Prayannas. Then came six Chhed Sootras, which contain the stories. The eighth chapter from the fourth Chhed
Sootra is known as Kalpa Sootra, in which we find the life stories of all the Tirthankars and many other important personalities. This Kalpa Sootra is so popular and big that it is read every year during the Paryushan holidays. There are two more Sootras and four more Mool Sootras. There were thirty eight more scriptures, but they are now lost. Also, the twelfth Agam is lost. In short, we had a total of eighty four Agams, out of which only forty five have now survived.
Not all the Agams were created by the same person, or at the same time. The Ganadhars created some, and some more were created by their immediate followers, known as Chaud Poorvies. The Chaud Poorvies did not have the benefitof complete knowledge, but they had the knowledge of fourteen (Chaud means fourteen) Poorans. Then came Das (ten) Poorvies, who also added some more scriptures. Thus the Kalpa Sootra was created by Bhadrabahu Swami, who was a Chaud Poorvie. The last Das Poorvie was Sthoolibhadra Swami. Only the creations of these personalities are known as Agams. Many other monks have continued writing a lot on Jainism, but none of them are called Agams.
Initially the Agams were created in the memories of the creators, and memorized by their followers. They were great Yogis, and they could easily memorize everything they wanted to. So thousands of monks had memorized the scriptures, and spread them all over the country. It went on that way for hundreds of years. But slowly memories started to fade, and some Agams became lost, the distances of travel between monks grew, and so came the necessity to write the Agams down on paper. A large Jain conference was called for this purpose. This happened nine hundred and cighty years after Mahavir's Nirvan.
Later, many affluent people got several copies made for distribution from the original manuscripts, because there were no printing machines then. Today a special Agamoday committee takes care of them, and prints them in various languages for the benefit of com- mon people. Some people have shown
their reverence to these scriptures by having manuscripts written with golden ink! In Palitana (in Gujarat state), there is a temple, "Agam Mandir", where all the walls are filled with the Agam scripts. Today, we find nearly two million handwritten manuscripts, safely stored in various places, known as Gnan Bhandars (knowledge treasures).
Many Germans took a deep interest in Jain literature. Herman Jacobi was a pioneer in the last century. He learned Ardhamagdhi and had many books printed in German. Outside India, Germany has the largest stock of Jain study material.
Britain and America also are developing interest in Jainism. Even though the Agams are supposed to be the only source of Bhagwan Mahavir's discourses, there are many other writers whose writings are also accepted as equally great. Five hundred years after Mahavir's Nirvan, Kundkund Acharya wrote (on paper) some volumes such as "Samaysar" and "Pravachansar". He had developed Yogik powers and left this earth to visit a Tirthankar, Simandhar Swami, living in Mahavideh Kshetra. So Kundkund Acharya's writing is also considered equally authentic. In fact, the followers of Digambar sect say that Agams were written almost a thousand years after Mahavir's Nirvan, and so the Agams can not be perfectly authentic. But another great monk, Umaswati, wrote "Tatvartha Sootra", which is acclaimed by all sects of Jains. Just to mention a few other great writers, I will add that Hemchandra Acharya wrote many books in the twelfth century. Shrimad Rajchandra wrote about a hundred years ago, in Gujarati. Many Gujaratis now read and sing his works in their daily routines.
Irrespective of what sect we belong to, we find no difference in the overall summary of what all these great scriptures tell us. For ordinary household ers like us, all of them have the same message. They all emphasize the same five main principles, which are: Nonviolence, Truth, Non-stealing, Self-Control and Non-Accumulation. All these sacred books are collectively known as
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flowers of the tree without hurting the flowers, so a monk free from all bondages takes necessary food etc.only from those people who are devoutand charitable.
(Uttaradhyayan 9.35)
Countless mountains of gold and silver, as high as Kailash (Mt. Everest) would not satisfy a greedy man, because his desires are limitless like space.
SHASHTRAS.
Now let us read a few simple Shloks (in English) from some of these Agams. ACHARANG is the name of the very firstAgam.
DASHAVAIKALIK andUTTARADHYAYAN are the names of second and the fourth Mool Sootras.
Jambuswami! Long may you live, I have heard the following discourse from Lord Mahavi
(Acharang 1.1.1)
As our body is born, plants are born; as we grow, so plants grow; as we have reason (mind), so plants have reason; as our body is damaged when cut, so a plant is damaged when cut; as we need food, so plants need food; as we are mortal, so plants are mortal; as we have ups and downs, so plants have ups and downs; as we have some irregularities (in our life), so plants have some irregularities.
(Dashavaikalik, 1.3)
A monk, for his own benefit or other peoples' benefit, while in favour or in fear, should not speak untrue words or words which are true but may cause distress.
(Uttaradhyayan 9.47)
A dew drop sitting on the top of a grass blade falls on the ground and does not last long; similarly man's life does not last long. O Gautam! do not be careless for a single moment.
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(Dashavaikalik, 6.11)
A wise monk bears hunger, thirst, rough-sleeping, cold, heat, fear and pain. Austerity by way of suffering and tolerance of hardship makes any monk a truly great monk.
(Dashavaikalik, 8.27)
A wise one knowingly or unknowingly commits any sinful act, then on realizing his mistake he immediately repents and takes more care in all his normal duties.
(Acharang 1.5.44)
Some kill living beings for sacrificial purposes, some kill for their skins, some kill for their flesh, some for the blood, heart, liver, fat, feathers, or teeth, some with specific reasons, some without reason, some out of fear (defense).
He who is disinclined from killing the smallest living beings knows what suffering is because he who knows his own happiness and pains, knows others' too, and he who knows others' feelings knows his own feelings. This is the way one must compare himself with others. He who has obtained this knowledge would not wish to live after killing other living beings.
(Dashavaik alik, 8.32)
Anger destroys good-will, pride destroys humbleness, deceit destroys friendship, but greed destroys everything. Anger should be killed by peace of mind (by frecing from bitterness towards any one), pride by humbleness, deceit by straightforwardness and greed by contentment. When anger and pride are still unchecked, when deceit and greed are on the increase, these four vices water the roots of the trce of re-birth.
JAINA Library was started earnestly in 1989. Now we have reached the goal of having basic books for our immediate with us. After obtaining feedback from the Jain community, these esteemed scholars will devote their energies in that direction.
The JAINA Library would also select a set of 10-15 representative books on Jainism and make them available to various high schools, colleges and others interested in Jainism.
The library would also like th start communication with inter-faith institutions in North America. In this direction, we would have to develop the list and biodata of Jain speakers who will communicate with these institutions. The JAINA Library also extendsits help to any Jain center in North America in starting a collection of books and other materials or duplicate any of the collections in the library.
We are also considering a plan to develop a gallery of Jain art and architecture. This gallery should represent our rich Jain heritage. We are also developing a plan to start selling Jain books, audios, videos, and Puja materials in a shop to those interested in learning more about Jainism.
In all of these projects, we need support, suggestions, and active participation from the Jain community.
(Acharang 1.6.55)
One has been born many times in a upper class family or many times ina lower class family. One should not be unduly proud of or be ashamed of these things. Understanding this diversity one should not boast about or long for such material things.
(Dashavaikalik, 8.38-40)
A wise monk never casts a glance at painting, image or figure of a woman. Ifaccidentally hiseyes fall on a woman's body, they bounce back as from the midday sun.
(Acharang 2.3.84)
As the bee drinks the juice from
(Dashavaikalik, 8.55)
Fight with your conflicting, wavering thoughts. One can obtain happiness by conqucring bad thoughts with the help of good thoughts.
Premchand B. Gada
Chairperson, JAINA Library
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JAIN CENTER OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CONGRATULATES AND EXTENDS BEST WISHES TO JAIN CENTER OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ON HOSTING THE
6TH BIENNIAL JAINA CONVENTION 1991
Jain Center of Southern California's participation in this joyous, historical event is of great significance. Jain Center of Southern California was instrumental in the founding of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA) and hosted its first convention in Los Angeles in 1981.
Jain Center of Southern California celebrated the third anniversary of the Jain Bhavan and Derasar inauguration on June 29, 1991. Jain Bhavan is an outstanding facility which was custom designed to serve the religious, cultural, and social needs of the Jain community. The Ghabhara shown above houses the murtis of three Thirthankars - Lord Mahavir in the center, Lord Rushabhdev on the left, and Lord Parshvanath on the right respectively. The idols of Ghantakarna Mahavir (Yaksha) and Padmavati Devi (Yakshini) are housed in two Gokhs.
Jain Center of Southern California warmly invites all the delegates and participants to the JAINA Convention 1991 to visit the Jain Bhavan/Derasar which is located at:
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Welcome to the Convention!
by Mintu Turakhia, Co-Chairperson JAINA Convention Youth Committee
JAINA Youth
Well here it is. We, the JAINA Convention Youth Committee, welcome you to the 6th Blennial JAINA Convention, a convention prepared especially for Jain youths - by Jain youths.
For the past thirteen months, we have spent immeasurable time and energy meticulously organizing and preparing this convention, hoping to make it a roaring success. We have tried to make this 3-day event one which you will always treasure and remember for years to come.
This convention is ours: it is dedicated to us and has been planned by us. The convention theme, "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation," stresses that we must benefit from this convention. Never before have we, the Jain youths of today, been given a chance to unite, to come together as one, to confront a challenge face-to-face, and to conquer it. We have been given an opportunity to secure the future for ourselves, our posterity, and most importantly, our religion. We must not fail.
OK. Enough of the preaching: you've gotten the point. Now on to..
The FUN. In the midst of all of our "crucial" goals, we must not ignore this one. We are also here to enjoy this convention. What is the point of working so hard when there is no enjoyment gained? Yes, we must "extend Jain heritage", but we must also enjoy doing so.
For this convention, we have organized a vast spectrum of activities and programs to interest youths of all age groups. We have attempted to organize every activity with FUN in mind. Debates, discussions, seminars, socials, presentations, garbas, dances, skits, contests, tours, and classes are just some of the many programs we have in store, as well as a few surprises. And for all of you party-maniacs, there is a DANCE on the last day of the convention (and yes, there will be real music).
Since you probably were too lazy to read this entire article and just skipped to the bottom, we have summarized it for you, just like Cliff's Notes do. GOAL # 1: Secure the future of Jainism for ourselves and for generations to
come GOAL #2: Have fun
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Inside this section: • Keeping Jainism alive - a fourteen, the "L'il Jains" shocking opinion
Lyrics to JAIN AMERI• Section for youths under CAN BABY
• "Peace": A special poem • Words from the JAINA youth planning crew
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Best Compliments to
The Jain Center of Northern California
for hosting
The 6th Biennial JAINA Convention
July 4 - 6, 1991 Stanford, California
from: Dr. Chunilal Shah
Ila Shah Ajit Shah Ajay Shah
Los Angeles, California
"There is nothing so small and subtle as the atom nor any element so vast as space. Similarly, there is no quality of soul more subtle than non-violence and no virtue of spirit greater than reverence for life"
- Lord Mahavira
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Coments from the Crew:
Planning the convention: A twisted tale
In this world Nothing seems to be so damn fair, Everybody hates themselves and others who really care.
Is this what has become of ths,
Or can we make it better,
For what we don't know Is that we can set World Peace together. Even though we have the right to fight,
Is that what we really need?
Don't we have enough problems, Like the homeless and people who can't even read, To you right now the world is just a big, old, ugly place, But when it's gone it can never be replaced.
Some people don t want war,
They think it's too separate, But we can stop if we try to love and collaborate.
Fighting is nasty, and so is war, But if we try together, there might be no more. If the fighting stops, some people will be free.
Together we can do it, it's easy as one, two, three. We can change by liking others, and not hate them forever, And when it's too late, you'll wish you tried to stop the terrors. I wish the hate that made this world fall greatly apart, Would soon disappear and never come near,
And once and for all depart!
by Tejal Turakhia, age 13 Liverpool,
NY
by Mintu Turakhla Convention Youth Committee Long ago, in a galaxy far, far away, a handful of half-crazed youths decided to try to conquer the task of planning the youth programs of the 1991 JAINA Convention. We had no idea what we were getting into.
We did not realize that the convention would drain so much time out of our social lives by committing our selves to meetings and rehearsals on Friday nights. We were not aware that the responsibilities would be endless, and that we would have to stay up until 4:30 a.m. three successive nights to design this souvenir. One day, however, we finally realized the impact when responsibility slapped us in the face with little time to plan left. We worked and worked and worked... and well, here we are.
So why did we go through all of this? Why did we take part in what, so far, sounds like torture? Well, it wasn't. For the first time in our lives, we were faced with a real challenge. Neverbefore did we, the convention youth committee, have to unite and work together as we did to make what was supposed to be, in the words of the immortal volunteer Shruti Parekh, an "awesome convention."
Last, but certainly not least, we had fun. Yes, the convention did impinge on our social lives, but we always made time for fun. We made countless visits to Denny's, at times in groups of 20, after every JAINA rendez-vous. We went to Little Caesar's so frequently that, by mid-June we had their pizza prices memorized. Somewhere in between, we had picnics, parties, all-nighters, movies, as well as the fun we had from the torture of organizing the convention. Masochism? Probably But all in all, it was well worth it.
India: The foundation our culture and heritage
by Sheetal Vora, San Jose, CA It has many representations: a woman at the holy temple, Palithana, or relaxing sitting cross-legged with her infant in her and enjoying myself at our bungalow on lap amidst the lepers and beggars, or the a Sunday with a cup of cha, spiced tea, holder of the seventh wonder of the in hand. I have experienced true happiworld, the Taj Mahal. In all of its splendor ness family can bring during my visits to and glory, India represents my home. India. My grandfathers and grandmoth
India has been home to my ancestorsers, uncles and aunts, cousins and and has been my birthplace. Each sum- friends have made me believe that all mer, I fly back home to India to visit my the hardships a family can cause is family and friends. I have developed a definitely worthwhile. great respect for the Indian family life. It India always has and will always play is unlike the hustle and bustle of America. a significant role in the way I think and Children grow up with both parents nur- act. Through my family and friends, my turing and guiding them along life's trail culture and heritage, I have been influand tribulations. I value my holidays, enced in many aspects of life. India has which are spent either travelling along revealed the true meaning of family, the Indian countryside to give reverence shaped my code of conduct, and proto the 24th Tirtankhar, Mahavir Bhagwan, vided me with a future goal in life.
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Keeping Jainism Alive in North America
Living in the West, whether or not it is your birthplace, have you ever felt, in any way, inferior to the lighter-skinned Christian majority we find here? If not, it is very probable that you have tried to hide all traces of your Eastern culture
when face-to-face with our light-skinned
peers. And why? Why do we feel that we must show those who are in majority of number we are "just like them"? It is
because we Jains, especially those born
and raised here, have had neither anything to be proud of nor a true sense of uniqueness; for this, the adult leaders and parents deserve a large share of the blame.
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the religious experiences of the youth do not extend far beyond ritualism and dropping rice and bananas into metal plates!"
hardly anyone knows that we have so much to be proud of. We are Jains, not Hindus. True Jains are the gentlest,
dropping rice and bananas into metal plates! With such factors prevalent, the Jain youth remain ignorant.
The adults in the Jain community should be positive role models, but they impart nothing but bad influence. If parents display a lack of concern for Jainism, then how, in this respect, could there possibly exist positive influences?
We have organizations all over the continent which exist, supposedly, to keep Jainism a thriving religion in the New World. However, our leadership is horrible, not caring for the welfare of the community to which it owes its blood and sweat and the assurance of a brighter future for the next generation. Most of our executive board members, presidents and vice-presidents are, sorry to say, just lazy people who only care for themselves and their reputation at home and with their friends and relatives in India. Parents attend community gettogethers simply for the sake of getting together, to socialize. Most importantly, the religious experiences of the youth do not extend far beyond ritualism and
The point of all this discussion is that the adults are not giving their heirs something which human beings (as social creatures) need to be able to accept: a feeling of uniqueness and of equality with those around them. These feelings come from an open, yet humble pride one has in what he is. We are Jains by birth, but we do not know the first thing about what a Jain is, and we do not understand the Jain system of thought (unfortunately, neither do most of the adults). It is really a shame, because
“Young, Jain, and proud”
most compassionate people on earth;
we are the members of one of the oldest
surviving religion; we belong to a system of thought that teaches its followers to
reason objectively and scientifically, not blindly follow the words of a prophet; we have never fought a war or cruelly forced others to accept our religion as others have! Parents have the duty to create, if not reinforce, this vital feeling of pride in their children which they need to feel that they are a whole person, not someone who should mimic the doings of others for social acceptance.

now.
Within the community we need a hundred times more unity than we have Look at the Jews; they are so united that they would do almost anything to secure their faith and to help other Jews do the same. Their unity is a good example for us, who are still struggling to unite a people who have descended from a land where true unity is not easy to come by. Unless we experience a drastic attitude adjustment, our great-grand children will curse this generation for its indifference, the offspring of ignorance. Teach the children their roots and their religion (minus the rituals) for their own benefit, and the rewards of such efforts will surprise you.
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Awwwww yeahhhhhh Jains... Let's kick it! Jain American Baby, Jain American Baby All right stop, sit down, and pray Jains are back and we have something to say JAINA Convention time is here Jains are coming from afar and near What is our goal? It is so new Extending Jain Heritage to all of you For many months we have planned on this Trying so hard to make it a hit not miss Now, our showtime is here Debates, discussions, and meeting new peers Sadhus, that teach us Jain philosophy While scholars tell us about Jain history Now come and have fun, we have planned three days Hope you will enjoy it and plan to stay If you are Jain, more power to you Check out us youths, we are proud to be Jain too
CHORUS: Jain American Baby, we are Jain American Baby We are Jain American Baby, we are Jain American Baby Our knowledge of our religion Though rather minute, it is better than none Non-violence, we don't want to hurt anything We let them live and enjoy their being Atthai fasting for eighi days straight Is it for religion or to lose some weight? And a puja, with a Mangal Divo Aarti is next, Mahavir ni Jai Bolo
Backup vocals: Lead vocals: Lyrics by: "Jain American Baby"
Shruti Parekh & Arun Bhimani Meenesh Bhimani M.C. Syko & Sanjay Shah (a.k.a. D.J. "Camel Jock")
Nirvana is the ultimate goal Some have reached it and freed their soul We never tell a lie, neither are we sly Is it true? Well - we sure do try Always, forgiving of bad deeds We are willing to give to people in need We're having fun at the convention A day in the life of a Jain American Starts in the morning at quarter past ten Then we, eat a healthy breakfast puri ne chaa, or cereal and toast Get dressed, no short skirts or tank tops Mom says drive slowly or you'll get caught by the cops School days, starts out with a bell Of course we are expected to excel Sleeping through our first period class We strive for an 'A', not just a pass Classroom to classroom, we gossip with peers We enter a class and head back to the rear School is almost done, time to have fun No time to go home and get some homework done If you are Jain, more power to you Check Out us youths, we are proud to be Jain, too CHORUS
Jains, live our lives, as well as the importance of this convention. Yes, we are no Vanilla Ice, but then again, who cares? As young Jain-Americans, we are forced to choose the best between two cultures. This rap is our perception of how we, as young
The JAIN Rap
Take heed, 'cause we are all the same Svetamber, Digumber, or any other name We all strive, for the same divine goal Get to know yourself and improve your soul 'Cause our style's not to have greed We go out and do good deeds Conducted and formed, this is a very cool concept We make it fun, so why don't you get with this! Is it heavy duty, doesn't have to be Sometimes its a party. So good, other kids say wow! As others perceive, we never harm a cow Keep Jain tradition in the United States Extend our heritage, it is in good taste If you are Jain, more power to you Check out us youths, we are proud to be Jain too CHORUS
Yo man. Let's have some fun. We are all brothers... Peace!
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COMMON PROGRA FC
Thursday, July 4, 1991
08:30 a 09:00 a 09:30 a 09:00 a 10:00 a 09:00 a 12:00 p 09:00 a 12:00 p 09:30 a 10:30 a
10:00 a 11:30 a Ahimsa Hall • Youth Workshop: Ages 14 & up
"The History of Jainism" Prof. Padmanabh Jaini
Mahavir Hall Mahavir Hall Mahavir Hall (Patio) Bhagavati Hall Nirvana Hall Mahavir Hall
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Dasvaikalika Hall
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Mahavir Hall
10:00 a 11:30 a Satya Hall • Youth Workshop: 14 & under
"Why we believe in what we do" Narendra Kumar
Scientific Foundation of Jainism, K.V. Maradia
• Treasury of Jain Literature, Phillis Granoff
• The Assembly of Listeners: The Jains in Society, Caroline Humphrey & Michel Carrithers
• Live Force: The World of Jainism, Michael Tobias
• Information on Encyclopedia of World Faith & Jainism Special Presentation
"Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generations / Ahimsa & Ecology"
Ambassador L.M. Singhvi Blessings:
Charukirti Bhattarakji Devendrakinti Bhattarakji Samaniji Madhur Prajna Acharya Chandanaji
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11:30 a • LUNCH
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Sansarik Hall Avashyaka Hali
12:00 p 12:45 p Mahavir Hall (In front)
Tour of Stanford Campus FOR YOUTHS ONLY Reena Pungalia
Friday, J
03:30 p 05:00 p Mahavir Hall Sponsored by Bank of America Chairperson: Pratap Bhogilal • "Jain Rituals and Temple Art" . Msg. from sponsor: Vikram Talwar
MC: Prof. Padmanabh Jaini Keynote Speaker: Prof. John Cort
Devotional Songs: Anita Jain • "Jain Temples, Caves & Icons: A Rich Heritage" : Satish Jain
Panel Discussion
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01:00 p 03:30 p Mahavir Hall • Opening Plenary Session Mangalacharan: Anita Jain Welcoming Addresses:
Prem Jain, Conv. Convener Pravin Turakhia, Conv. Chairperson Hasmukh Shah, President, JCNC
Sonali Kapadia, Seema Bhimani, Youth Activities Coordinators Convention Call to Order:
Sulekh Jain, JAINA President JAINA Report:
Sulekh Jain, President Satish Nayak, Secretary Mahendra Doshi, Treasurer Surendra Jain, Editor, Jain Digest Prem Gada, JAINA Library Urmila Talsania, YJA
F.J. Dalal, MIS Youth Keynote Speaker:
Meenesh Bhimani, Convention Youth Co-Chairperson
Tushar Shah, YJA Blessings Acharya Sushil Kumarji
Gurudev Chitrabhanuji Keynote Speaker Introduction:
Consular General Satinder Lambah Keynote Speaker's Address:
Ambassador N.P. Jain
"Contemporary Religions" Book Releases
• Gender & Salvation, P.S. Jaini
05:00 p 06:30 p Mahavir Hall • Religious Discourses: "Non-violence: Principles & Practice"
Acharya Sushilkumarji, Gurudev Chitrabhanuji, Acharya Chandanaji, Bandhu Triputiji
10:00 a 11:00 a Ahimsa Hall • Youth Workshop: Ages 14 & up
"Comparative Religions": Acharya Sushilkumarji & Narendra Kumar 10:00 a 11:00 a Satya Hall • Youth Workshop: Ages 14 & under
"The Basics of Jainism" Gurudev Chitrabhanuji 11:00 a 12:00 p Ahimsa Hall • Youth Workshop: Ages 14 & up
"Religious Experimentation"
Atul Shah / London youth group 11:00 a 12:00 p Satya Hall • Youth Workshop: Ages 14 & under
"Sound Teachings of Jain Meditation Catherine (Sharda) Florida 11:30 a 01:00 p • LUNCH 01:00 p 02:00 p Ahimsa Hall • Youth Forum & Meeting SELECTED DELEGATES ONLY 01:00 p 02:00 p Mahavir Hall • Mangalacharan: Anita Jain • "Satavdani": The Exhibition of Mnemo Powers • "Prominent Jains of the 20th Century Shrimad Rajachandra" Hukumchand Bharil & Shantibhai Patel • Devotional Songs: Mangalam 02:00 p 03:00 p Mahavir Hall Sponsored by Bank of America
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05:00 06:00 p Ahimsa Hall • Banner Contest: Ages 14 & up
"Our lives & our religion" Satya Hall • Mural Contest: Ages 14 & under
"14 dreams of Mother Trishala"
2002.
06:00 p 07:30 p • DINNER 07:30 p 09:30 p Mahavir Hall • Cultural Program
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Saturday, July 6, 1991
uly 5, 1997
11S FOR JULY 4, 5, 6, 1991
Registration Pooja/Bhavana Youth Social JAINA Director's Meeting
10:00 a 11:00 a
03:00 p 04:00 p Young Jains of America Meeting
Mahavir Hall
Mahavir Hall Yoga:
• Youth Panel Discussion
• Audio/Video Presentation July & Preksha Meditation: Samanaji Madhur Prajna
"Influence of American and Indian "The Life of Bhagwan Mahavir" July 5: TriYoga- Fitness for a positive lifestyle: Kali Rayes July &: Jain Meditation: by Bandhu Triputiji
cultures on our youth."
R.P. Chandaria Prominent Jains of the 20th Century
Chief Guest: Tansukh Salgia
Chief Guest: R.K. Jain Hukumchand Bharil & Shantibhai Patel
Moderators: S.A.B. Kumar
MC: Prof. Padmanabh Jaini At Siddhi Bhakti. Swadhyay
Participants: Mickey Jain, Pravin
Devotional Songs: Anita Jain Religious Discourses (July 4 and 5 only) Jun Dinesh Muni. Bandhu Triputiji . Bhattarak
Shah, Amar Salgia, Neha Shah, DeAndrakintji. Subhanji . Bhattarak Charukirtiji
Smruti Shah, Shetali Desai
4:00 p 6:00 p July 3: Acharya Chandanaji . Bhattarak Devendrakirtji•
Mahavir Hall Bandhu Triputiji
11:00 a 12:00 p
• Closing Plenary Session Marriage Information Service Presentation: F.J. Dalal Vegetarian Cooking Class
Mahavir Hall
Chief Guest: C.N. Sanghvi July4& 6: by Jennifer Raymond
• Youth Workshop
Mangalacharan: Anita Jain July 5: by Pramoda Chitrabhanu
FOR ALL YOUTHS
JAINA Award Ceremony: "The Jain Heritage of Ahimsa" Jagat Prasad Jain Derek (Dinesh) Cockayne
Keynote Speaker: Surendra Mehta
Presentations: Anup Vora, Rajendra 11:30 a 01:00 p
Vora, S.L. Gandhi, Malokchand Shah, • Youth Panel Discussion
• LUNCH
Hukumchand Bharil, and other digni"Growing & Surviving in the Western
taries World / Family Issues
01:00 p 02:00 p
Vote of Thanks Cheif Guest: Navin Jain Mahavir Hall
JAINA: Sulekh Jain Moderator: Dulichandra Jain • Inter-Association Presentation
YJA: Seema Jain Participants: F.J. Dalal, Seema Jain,
Jain Centers in N. America
Youth Convention Committee: Sunit Jain, Vimla Jain, Ushma Shah,
Mintu Turakhia & Tushar Shah, Surendra Singhvi, Falgunee Parekh
02:00 p 03:00 p
Convention Youth Co-Chairpersons 03:00 p 05:00 p Mahavir Hall
Convention Committee Mahavir Hall Sponsored by Bank of America
Hasmukh Shah, Himat Dagili, Sponsors: Narpat & Chandra Bhandari • Message from the sponsor
Navin Dedhia, Prem Jain, Girish Shah, • "Ecology and Ahimsa"
• Youth Forum
Pravin Turakhia Chief Guest: Amb. L.M. Singhvi
"How do we extend the Jain HeriMC: Prof. Padmanabh Jaini
tage to the Next Generation?"
06:00 p 07:00 p Keynote Speaker: Michael Tobias
Chief Guest: Lalit Shah
• DINNER Devotional Song: Anita Jain
Participants: Bhagvati Gada, Suketu "Nutritious Value of Vegetarian Food" Khandar, Urmila Talsania, Satish 07:00 p 11:00 p Jennifer Raymond
Nayak, Kartik Shah, Tushar Shah Mahavir Hall "Animal Suffering": Dole Stanley
• Youth Social & Dance Panel Discussion: Joan Connell, San
The following activities will run from 10:00 a.m. to Jose Mercury News 05:00 p 06:00 p
7:00 p.m. all three days of the convention: Mahavir Hall Youth Panel Discussion
• JAINA Convention Exhibition "Peer & Parental Pressure"
• Jain Temples of India: Mahavir Hall (Lobby) Chief Guest: Hastimalji Manot Participants: Sheetal Vora, Atul Shah,
• Exhibits of various Jain Centers: Hall (2nd Floor) Mahendra Khandhar,Jagat Prasad Jain, Chirag Sandesara, Sanjay Shah
11 • Merchandise Stall onic 06:00 06:30 p
• Books, audio/video material, T-shirts, and other items Mahavir Hall
Place: Mahavir Hall (Lobby) • Presentation of the newly-elected JAINA Executive Council 1991 - 1993
• Video: "Jain Heritage” Chief Guest: Lt. Governor Leo McCarthy 06:00 p 07:30 p
Place: Kalpa Hall DINNER 07:30 p 09:30 p
• Various other exhibits & stalls will also be in the Mahavir Mahavir Hall
Hall Lobby Cultural Program
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The L'il Jains' Domain
Find the word or be a nerd
by Shruti Parekh, Seema Bhimani, and Chintan Turakhia
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Words to search for:
• Acharyas • Ahimsa
• Arihants
• Atthai
⚫ Digambaras
• Divo
• Diwali
• Dreams • Jainism Jina
• Karma
• Mahaveer Swami • Mala
• Moksha
• Monk
Namokaar Mantra
• Nirvana • Non-possessiveness Non-violence
• Paryushan Pratikraman
• Prayer Puja
• Purity
• Scriptures Soul
• Sutra
• Svetambara
• Temples
• Thirthankaar • Truth
• Upvas
• Vegetarianism • Virtues • Yoga
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Indo-Americans receive best, worst of two distinct cultures
Often, young people try so hard to "fit in" that they end up giving up or losing too much of their parents' culture and heritage. There are, of course disadvantages to being Indo-American, but they are greatly outweighed by the advantages.
You must not think of being Indian or being American but as being both. In doing so you have the special opportunity to experience the best of both cul
tures.
Advantages
First, you should ask yourself, "what does it mean to be an American?" Did you know that by the year 2000, no one race will represent more than 50% of Californians. Why am I telling you this? Because young people always want to fit in and are afraid of being different. But different from what when there is no majority population?
America is a very diverse culture, and Indo-Americans are a part of that diversity. It is a sad fact that, even with such diversity, the average American cannot locate the United States on a globe nor tell you the population of the United States. As an Indo-American, you have the advantage of sharing two different perspectives, both Indian and Ameri
can.
If people stopped expressing their identity, life would get extremely boring. If everyone tried to be "American", we wouldn't be able to get Chinese, Indian, Mexican, or Italian food. Just think of how boring it would be if all you had to choose from was pizza, macaroni, spaghetti and Doritos®. Many non-Indian friends of mine love Indian food. Not only would we lose the different types of food but we wouldn't have Chinatowns of Japantowns to visit or cultural fairs to attend.
Other advantages of being IndoAmerican is that you get to hear Indian
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music and to watch Indian movies in addition to being able to watch and hear all the stuff your friends do. Many of your friends have probably never even had the choice. You get to pick.
Many "Americans" may never have been outside of the United States. You, most likely, have been to the other side of the planet, and it is both interesting and important to see and to compare how different people live all over the world.
Also, you, unlike many others, probably know at least two languages. This gives you many advantages both for pleasure and business. It is always better to know the local language when you travel because then you can communicate with people there. There are also bilingual career opportunities available. As companies become more and more international, they need people who can speak several languages.
Disadvantages
There are racists in this world who will not like you simply because they think you are different. In fact, they may even become violent against you. We have all seen graffiti that is discriminatory and downright hateful towards certain races. Violent acts against people solely because of race, religion, or color are called "hate crimes", and the number of such crimes is increasing.
Before you dismiss this as something that only happens to other people like Blacks of Chinese, let me describe an incident of racial violence against Indians, called "dot-busting", that took place.
Several years ago, an Indian family started a convenience store in a poor, New Jersey neighborhood. The family worked very hard to run the store and were successful. However some of the local residents became jealous and attacked the Indian store owners, causing serious injury. The anti-Indian residents
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even formed a "club" whose purpose was to get all Indians out of Jersey City. These people claimed that the Indians would not hire the locals and only hired other Indians. Maybe the store owners thought that Indians would be better workers. Such discrimination is not right and certainly not a justification for violence either. More recently, there have been similar cases in New York City involving Koreans who run convenience
stores.
The reason why I bring this issue up is because, whenever the economy gets bad, violent incidents like this tend to increase because people begin to blame other people for their misfortune. In order to prevent such incidents in the future, it is necessary for all of us to work together to pass or strengthen laws forbidding such "hate crimes". We also need to educate people to clear misconceptions about indians and to help these people understand our culture better.
Another disadvantage is one that is faced by all new immigrants: the culture gap. For people whose parents grew up in America, they have the benefit of the experiences of their parents in high school and college. There are things like clubs and sports in high school in which their parents may have participated. There are also things such as college dorms and fraternities which they may have experienced. One of the most different customs, compared to life in India, is dating and events such as school dances and proms, which is completely alien to many Indian immigrants, yet will be faced most youths here.
There are advantages and disadvantages to everything. Not everything "American" is better, and not everything "Indian" is better. You, as an IndoAmerican are very fortunate to have the opportunity to see both sides. Be proud of your heritage.
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Jainism: A pillar for support
by Anuja Shah, New York, NY
most valued and basic principles, such as the strong belief in vegetarianism, as well as my own moral codes, were established on the basis of Jainism. Thus, I was quite fortunate to have been exposed to this religion at the time of my upbringing, for which I have my parents to thank.
At times, I have used Jainism as a "pillar" for support, when the burdens of life seemed overwhelming. Often, when I am lured towards roads that are known to be dangerous or which appear to be falsely secure, the "light" of Jainism helps me to relocate the proper path. In addition, Jainism has attempted to provide a source through which the purpose of life Also through the eyes of Jainism, I can be explained and understood more learned about India itself in terms of its fully. In a world in which so many double temples, customs, rituals, and also about standards, hypocrisy, and immorality other religions, which Jainism accepts exist, Jainism provides a vehicle upon wholeheartedly. It has given me the which, if steered correctly and with genu- opportunity to not only acknowledge, but ine sincerity, salvation can be reached. also actively participate in Jain temples/ As one grows up, the surrounding functions, to associate with the Jain comenvironment plays a key role in deter-munity, to build friendships among Jain mining the final shape that ones inner youth and thus, become at least more of self will be molded into. Some of my an Indian than I might have otherwise
what
WATCH WHERE YOU'RE STEPPING!!
THEIR MURDEROUS FEET SUSPENDED SAFELY ABOVE THEIR UNSEEN BRETHREN IN THE SPRING GRASS BELOW, THE NON-MEAT-EATING, NON-PESTICIDETREATED-VEGETABLE EATING, NON
ANIMAL-TESTED-MEDICINE-USING, NON-DAIRY-CONSUMING, STRICTLY COTTON-AND-POLYESTER-WEARING "CRITTER DEFENDERS* PONDER THE HAPPY FACT THAT THEY ARE FINALLY... TOTALLY... COMPLETELY COEXISTING IN PEACE WITH ALL LIFE ON THIS PLANET...
IT MAY NOT BE CUTE AND FURRY, BUT THAT SNAIL HAS THE SAME RIGHT TO LIVE OUT ITS LIFE AS A BABY HARP SEAL DOES.
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WE EAT THEM, WE WEAR THEM. WE TORTURE THEM FOR SCIENCE. WE POISON THEM ON OUR CROPS... AND WE EVEN WALK ON THEM!!
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I must admit that there are many times when, for various reasons including ignorance and lack of discipline, I seem to drift away from Jainism. However, because of all the positive and productive results that Jainism has had on my life, I shall always feel extremely fortunate and blessed to have been born into, and grown up in, a Jain atmosphere. Thought the pace may be slow and at times halted or even reversed, my endeavors to become a "true" Jain shall always continue. I only hope that the right guidance required to do this will also always be available. Jai Jinendra.
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Youths must carry on
by Mihir Meghani, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan Life is a lifelong search for truth. We will always be searching for answers to
"It is the duty of each and every one of us to such things as: our relation to the rest of the universe, the correct morality, and contribute the best aspects of our culture to this what is beyond our consciousness. That mosaic so that each and every person in the is religion and that is philosophy. Those questions have been debated for centu
nation can benefit." ries in Bharat. As times have changed, so have answers to those questions. Should not believe in any theory be- can or Canadian ways of living. We must Jainism has answered many of those cause our parents do or because society contribute our ideas and our beliefs to 'eternal questions and has placed be- has dictated it to us. Rather, the path to the cultures of the land that we inhabit. It fore us suggestions as to how to live. nirvana, moksha, liberation, or whatever is the duty of each and every one of us to
Our relation to the living and non-living name we give, should be a path that we contribute the best aspects of our culbeings in the universe is very significant should follow anyway-without the in- ture to this mosaic so that each and Jainism teaches that we must maintain centive of a happy afterlife. We should every person in the nation can benefit. I an equilibrium with our environment, that not lead a good life just for the hope of urge everyone to be firm in maintaining we must live in harmony with all beings. achieving nirvana. We should lead a our values. I urge each and every one of We are part of the natural order of the good life because it is the right thing to us to understand that we are not followuniverse, and we must allow all the parts do. Nothing more can be expected from ing what can be called a religion in the to function harmoniously. This philoso- us than to lead a good life. No chant or western sense of the word. We are pracphy is both rational and applicable to the ritual will buy this for us.
ticing a way of life that consists of univerworld today. Society has upset the envi- It is these philosophies from Bharat salideas which can save this planet from ronmental equilibrium, and things are that the rational and non-dogmatic ideas suicide. not functioning properly today.
that must be carried on. This century's It is great that JAINA is focusing on In making moral decisions, Jainism long search for TRUTH must continue. youth, as many other Indian groups are. urges self-restraint, non-violence, and No other culture has this scientific ap- We must gain knowledge and undertruth. These values make sense when it proach to religion. We must be firm in standing of our culture, and we must is realized that they contribute to the responding to others about our beliefs. have training in organizational work so proper functioning of relations among What we follow is a result of logical that we can pass on the torch to the next people, and in the case of all life, non- thought, not because something was generation. We must maintain our idenviolence contributes to the harmony written in a book by someone.
tity and the great values of our culture. A among all parts of the universe.
We, the youth must carry this on. It is failure to do so will be a big loss not only The question of what is beyond this life totally wrong that because we live in to us and the next generation, but a loss is perhaps the most difficult to grasp. We North America, we must follow the Ameri- to society at large.
Young Jains of America crucial for future
by Urmila Talsania, Coordinator, Young Jains of America Young Jains of America came into religious heritage. At the same time teer work with the Salvation Army, existence in July 1989 during the Fifth they are ready and prepared for the among other activities. Biennial Convention of JAINA in responsibility that comes with it.
First we have to dream, then Toronto. YJA has made tremendous
At present, many Jain Centers we have to work hard to make our progress by active participation in have their local youth forum and their dream come true. It is my humble reJAINA activities, including summer numbers are increasing over and above quest to all parents to support the accamps.
the number of those entered strictly for tivities of the youth forum and to enOur youths are smart, intelli- religious education. Their youth lead- courage your children to participate gent, energetic, and enthusiastic. They ers have carried out a variety of noble actively. My request also to all Jain are determined to keep our identity activities, such as fundraising, feeding centers to start a youth forum, if this and eager to learn our rich cultural and the hungry, an old clothes drive, volun- hasn't happened already.
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The Crew
Planning it all stressed us... but we loved it!
by Shruti Parekh Convention Youth Committee
"OK guys, I think it's about time we called this meeting to order. We've got a bunch of things to do. First, committee reports. Hey Mintu and Meenesh, how's that souvenir coming along?" Seema asked patiently.
"Well, our deadline is Tuesday, and there's a lot that needs to be done before then. The essays must need to be selected, and the..." Mintu explained.
Allow me to introduce to you a "typical" JAINA Youth Committee meeting. There are about twenty-five of us who sacrificed our Friday nights to plan the convention. We all thought our work was finished after the last bell at school rang in the afternoon. Yeah, right! The night has just begun:
Mintu, Meenesh, and Tushar continue to update us on the never-ending deadlines we must meet and on how little time we have. Yikes! The convention will be here in no time. Then its Seema and Sony's turn to tell us that there's yet another schedule change! Ugh the keychains! We need to select a specific type and quality! Hey, here's an idea! Deepall's "Young, Jain, and Proud" ought to add the right touch. Decisions, decisions, decisions!
"So guys, this is our agenda for the next couple days. Meeting at Prem Uncle's house tomorrow to discuss the panel topics, meeting the following day at Shruti's house to practice the Jain rap. We have to get together at my house to make posters, banners, and go shopping for supplies. Everyone's gotta be there!" explained Sony with a smile from ear to ear. We all knew she was just thrilled at taking us away from the rest of
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Top row: Sejal Kamani, Kartik Shah, Mintu Turakhia, Meenesh Bhimani, Ketan Ajmera, Tushar Shah, Sanjay Shah; Middle row: Seema Bhimani, Nivita Dedhia, Sheetal Vora, Neha Dedhia, Sony Kapadia; Bottom row: Deepali Shah, Shruti Parekh Not Shown:
Sudhamshu Jain, Samir Mehta, Avinash Patil, Shilpa Patil, Julita Patil, Reena Pungalia, Manish Saraiya, Tania Shah, Sonya Sheth the world and making JAINA our life. No, really, maybe we're exaggerating a bit - but believe me, it really did get hectic at times.
It is not like we didn't have a ball! Of course there was always Denny's restaurant to look forward to after our meetings. It had become our "hangout". The waitresses must know us all by name now! Half the time we just sat there and gossiped, drank water, and watched Meenesh amuse himself with a salt-shaker, but it was just fun to be together.
I don't think anyone has ever assembled a group of youths who are all so different. Most of the time our main
problem was agreeing on anything, and everyone was always so busy! Sheetal was getting ready to run off to Japan in her kimono; Ketan, Sonya, Shilpa, and Meenesh were graduating; I had volleyball; Kartik and Tushar had finals; Sanjay had to work; Nivita was in India; Tanla was working hard at school; and Avinash and Julita were running track. Because of all of our different backgrounds and opinions, we were able to put together an all-around "awesome" convention. That's the beauty of it! The greatest thing (and I bet most of us agree) is that, despite all the sleepless nights and heated arguments, we all got a lot closer and loved every minute!!!
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મંગલમ ભગવાન વીરો, મંગલમ ગૌતમ પ્રભુ મંગલમ્ ભદ્રબાહુધા, મંગલમ્ સ્થલીભદ્રાધા મંગલમ શૃંદ ફંદાધા, જે ધર્મોસ્તુ મંગલમ
સર્વથા સૌ સુખી થાઓ, સમતા સૌ સમાચરો સર્વત્ર દિવ્યતા વ્યાપો, સર્વત્ર શાંતિ વિસ્તરો
CONGRATULATIONS to JAINA and The Jain Center of Northern California
BEST WISHES FOR THE GRAND SUCCESS OF
THE HISTORIC CONVENTION OF 1991
Samtaben, Mahendra, Vina, Suketu, Sumit, & Samir
Khandhar
RELIGION The art of religion is the best of all arts, the story of religion is the best of all stories, the strength of faith is the greatest of all sources of strength and the happiness of salvation is the finest of all
pleasures.
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People will not judge us by the creed we profess, or the slogan we shout, but our work, sacrifice, honesty and purity of character.
Mahatma Gandhi
Best wishes to
JAINA and
The Jain Center of Northern California
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Contestants
Group I/Grades 9-12
Name
Home
Mintu Turakhia Fremont, CA
Menal Shah
Sheetal Vora
Shilip Kothari Kamal Shah
Sumeet Jain
Steve Jain
Nimisha Parekh
Falguni Parekh
Amit Gosalia
Meghvi Maheta
Akash Jain
Naishadh Shah
Tej Sheth
Amee Shah
Rajat Fofaria
Shefali Desai
JAINA ESSAY COMPETITION
"Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation"
Burnbay, B.C., CAN
St. Louis, MO
San Jose, CA
Ann Arbor, MI Buena Park, CA
St. John's N.F. CAN
Athens, OH
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Irvine, CA
Monaca, PA
Jackson Heights, NY
Toronto, CAN
Bellingham, MA
Garner, NC
Phoenix, AZ
Sandeer Punater Dayton, OH
Suketu Khandhar Garden Grove, CA
First Prize awarded to: Suketu Khandhar of Garden Grove, CA Second Prize awarded to: Sumeet Jain
of St. John's, Canada Third Prize awarded to: Meghvi Maheta of Irvine, CA
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Essay Title
Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Glimpses of Jain Culture and Heritage Universe of Jainism Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Jainism: A Tool for
Ideal Living
Life of Bhagwan Mahavira Message of Bhagawan Mahavira for the 21st Century Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living The Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for the 21st Century Life of Bhagwan Mahavira
Glimpses of Jain Culture and Heritage Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems
Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for
the 21st Century Ahimsa: A Solution
to all Problems
Fourth Prize awarded to: Amar Salgia of Quincy, IL
Name
Nishit Mehta
Samit Sejpal
Fifth Prize awarded to: Samir Vasant Sejpal of Burlington, NC
Amit Salgia Ushma Shah
Quincy, IL Galesburg, IL
Shailen Mistry
Fullerton, CA
Darsham Mehta Naperville, FL
Sandeep Khandhav Phoenix, AZ
Robin Vora
Mayur R. Shah
Pavan Zaveri
Shweta P. Shah
Reshma Shah
Kartik Shah
Gautam Shah
Group II / College Students Ushma Shah Gatesburg, FL
Koyen Parikh
Hiren R. Parekh Vikas Jain
Home Raleigh, NC
Burlington, NC
Rochester, NY
Manchester, Mo
Plano, TX
JAINA ESSAY COMPETITION WINNERS
Group I
Congratulations!
Cary, NC
Fairfield, OH
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San Jose, CA.

Lynnfield, MA
Albany, CA Monaca, PA
First Prize awarded to: Ushma Shah
of Galesburg, IL
Second Prize awarded to: Koyen Parikh of Lynnfield, MA
Third Prize awarded to: Kartik Shah
of Mountain View, CA
Group II
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Essay Title Universe of Jainism
Jainism: A Tool for
Ideal Living Universe of Jainism Jainism: A Technology for Peace Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for the 21st Century
Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Ahimsa: A Solution to all Problems Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for
the 21st Century Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living Jainism: A Tool for Ideal Living
Jainism: A
Technology For Peace
Jain Contribution to Indian Art Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for the 21st Century
Message of Bhagwan Mahavira for the 21st Century
Jain Literature Jainism, A Tool for I deal Living
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Ahimsa, A Solution to all Problems
by Suketu Khandhar
First Prize Winner Group 1 - Grades 9-12
Ahimsa is not impossible ! We can attain peace if we practice non-violence sincerely.
Jainism is one of the oldest and a major religion of India and it has contributed immensely to the colorful mosaic of Indian conflicts and not being able to solve or cope iary of Ahimsa that can be applied to solve religion, philosophy, culture, art and social with them. Conflicts are everywhere. Just the problems. The true nature of things can life. The people who understand and follow look at the headlines. Drugs challenge the be learned by using logical viewpoints from Jainism are known as Jains. The word "Jain" city! Scandal in Washington! Spouse cheats different aspects. Every circumstance must comes from the word "Jina" which means after 25 years of marriage! First National be observed from different angles so as to spiritual guide or Thirthankar like Mahavir, Bank robbed! The Persian Gulf War is on! approach the absolute truth without probwho conquered the intemal enemies such as Headlines such as these take people's hearts lems. Then we must try to avoid conflicts of greed, possessiveness, violence, desire, an- and turn them around. Such conflicts lead to interest. This procedure will enable us to ger, etc. According to Jain scriptures, Jainism the undesirable events of break up of friend- decipher conflicts with knowledge of the is an age old eternal religion. Time and again ships, conspiracies, lies, cheating, stealing, truth and it will produce an atmosphere of Thirthankars are born and revitalize it. In fighting and even war. Only the understand- cooperation, understanding and peace. this time cycle, there were 24 Thirthankars. ing with sincere practice of Ahimsa is the Ahimsa is not impossible! We can atThe first was Rushabhdev and the last was solution to these international, national, lo- tain peace if we practice non-violence sinMahavirswami, who lived about 2500 years cal, personal and interpersonal problems that cerely. Many people have understood the ago. society faces today.
true meaning of Ahimsa and reaped the Mahavirswami explained how Jainism
Everyone wants world and personal benefits of such a powerful tool. Mahavir is based on three major principles. The first
peace. This can be accomplished by elimi- taught us that Ahimsa would bestow genuand cardinal principle is Ahimsa or non
nating the conflicts. However, first we must ine peace and happiness if we understand its violence. It means not to cause injury to any
examine how conflicts develop and then importance and practice it earnestly. Malife including humans, animals, insects, and
and strike at its root cause. When, and only hatma Gandhi showed the world that "nonvegetation. Ahimsa is the absence of any
when, society is willing to explore the cause violence is mightier than the mightiest injury by means of mind, speech or body
and effects of conflicts, can peace be at- weapon of destruction and it is the law of our
tained. Society must also realize that peace spccies." Gandhiji, a believer of Jainism and knowingly or unknowingly. The pillar of Jainism is absolute non-violence toward
is not the absence of conflict but the ability a faithful follower of Ahimsa, gained indeevery living being. Jainism has firmly held
to cope with conflict. Once this understand- pendence of India through peaceful means. that life is sacred irrespective of species,
ing is clear, we can pursue our goal of peace Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was a great form, caste, color or creed. The philosophy through problem solving.
follower of non-violence and Mahatma of non-violence is a living practice. More
Conflicts are caused by polarization of Gandhi, made tremendous progress in civil than refraining from violence, it is a deep
views, e.g. the prejudiced acceptance and rights and equality movements in America. reverence for all life. The other two are
use of one-sided view points with the stub- If not the world, we as Jains must realize the Sanyam or self-control by regulation of ac
borness of not to accept other views. Thisin true concept and power of Ahimsa so that we tions, speech, and thoughts, and Tap or pen
turn leads to unyielding positions. It creates can become a beaconlight for all humanity. ance which is a self cleansing of the soul.
conflicts and troubles that our world faces In the final analysis, society itself is a Ahimsa has a universal meaning: a
today. The practice of Ahimsa as a spiritual collective concept based on individuals and meaning that all societies desire. It is peace.
and social force would be possible if we their behaviors. Therefore, the principle of In our modern world, Ahimsa seems to be an
appreciate others' view points. Anekantavada non-violence is a matter of careful practice unattainable goal. Although society has
or multiplicity of view points is the intellec- by the individual members of the society. adopted this goal, the modern society is
tual expression of Ahimsa. The principle of Ahimsa has many aspects which are helpful engrossed in anger, hate and other vices
Anekantavada can help us in resolving our in resolving problems - equality of all because it is easy to hate, but difficult to feel
differences and in minimizing the violence. living beings, Anekantavada to appreciate compassion, and so on. Practice of Ahimsa
When we analyze the nature of conflicts on other's viewpoints, Syadvada to realize that calls for compassion and comprehension
relation to Ahimsa, we will understand that truth is multifaceted, and compassion tothat all living beings have a sanctity and a
we can change our habits and welcome oth- wards all souls. It does not matter whether dignity of their own and one has to respect it
ers' views. In essence, that would be fol- one has a personal problem or an internaas one wants one's own dignity to be relowing the supreme religion of non-vio- tional dilemma, Ahimsa put to proper prac
tice with faith and dedication can solve any spected. This true character of Ahimsa is lence to world peace. what society worships rather than practices.
Anekantavada or Syadvada (theory of and all of them. Ahimsa is the solution to all Society falls into the trap of creating relativity or concept or maybe is a corol pro
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Jainism: A Philosophical Position, A Call for Action and A Technology for Peace
By Ushama Shah First Prize, Group 2 - College Students
As conception of true democracy, sertion that we bear the burden of our America there are few individuals who can equality and compassion for our co-inhab- worlds; like Jean-Paul Sartre, Jain thinkers find a way to live that cautiously. Our itants on earth seem to drift further away would argue that the theory of a God who worlds and our lifestyles have changed, from realities in which we exist, as free- drives all of our actions is naive, a crutch, yet we still call ourselves Jains. dom becomes the right to bear arms and and act of Bad Faith. Jains reject the posi- Now, we must reaffirm our faith in the mass devastation in the Middle East is tion that all things are fixed and immobi- harmony, respect, peace and ethical existpassively justified and accepted as the lized by the force of "nature" as this beliefence embodied in a life which honors and "spreading of democracy," as we begin to would leave humans stagnant and practices ahimsa. And we must redefine slip into a state in which we believe we are uninfluential in the making and remaking what this means to us in the context of the living ethically when really we are ratio- of our own lives.
present world. Indeed in many important nalizing and apathetic to the injustices An examination of the five main prin- respects this is an inward process of reflecwhich plague, threaten and blacken our ciples illustrates that the path to practicing tion. But we must be willing to take the world there is an urgency for reflection, for Jainism is an active quest, not a passive next step after defining our philosophy and action and for a new hegemony.
motion, for the ethical life: (1) Ahimsa, understanding to practice in our day to day In our minds, world travesties verge non-violence and the positive kindness to lives. Just as centuries ago Vardhamana on being fictional. Sure we cringe for a all creatures; (2) charity and truth-speak- insisted that we should not injure life moment at the Newsweek cover photo of ing; (3) non-stealing; (4) chastity; (5) re- whether in sport or in sacrifice, just as Jain the hunger smeared three-year-old Kurdish nunciation of worldly attachments. Ac- ancestors actively protested the notion that girl with vivid yet empty, questioning tions such as giving food to the hungry, the devotion to God is represented by saceyes—but then the microwave buzzes, the water to the deserving, clothes to the poor, rifice of our life, we must be active participhone rings or we hear a voice, "C'mon which lead to peace of mind, are punya and pants in our image of Jainism, in the dewe;re going to be late" and that moment of positive elements in our lives. Ahimsa, on fense of ahimsa and in an outward rejection sympathy, or perhaps guilt, or perhaps the other hand, is the infliction of suffering of any policy or action, any war or cclebraanger is forgotten, an anomalous moment and the source of papa. Characteristics tion of sinful death, which runs counter to of meaning buried and suffocated by the such as anger, conceit andavarice limitour the principle of non-violence. "more important things we have to do." ability to see beyond the surface qualities So how does Jainism provide a techSure we discuss these pressing issues of of the world; whereas patience, simplicitynology for peace? Within the five prinmass starvation and inhumane oppression and contentment allow us to see a truer ciples which define the practice of Jainism: while sipping tea at our friend's house after vision and meaning. And as Jains, when ahimsa, truth-speaking, non-stealing, a dinner which satisfies US RDA's recom- we sin, we are not hurting God- but chastity and non-attachment, there is an mended daily allowances. Sure we genu- ourselves and our fellow humans.
active and tangible harmony. If the world inely shake our heads in disgust, comment In discussing Jainism we must recog- bclicved in and practiced these principles, and forecast on the evil situations in the nize that an essential characteristic of this peace and equality would prevail. But we world- but then homework or tax forms philosophy is that it must mesh with real- are nowhere near that kind of utopia and need to be completed so we take the last sipity, an understanding based on logic and we have a long way to go before we get of tea, wave a pleasant goodbye and drive experience. Therefore, there is also in there. As the consciozus individuals that back into our isolated lives. We believe Jainism a kind of elastic clause which Jainism demands we become, we must that the world situation is out of our influ- allows us to modify it to our world situa- find our role in this movement toward ence and not our responsibility. But Jainism tion. We must be conscious of what this peace. And as the active participants in life demands more of us.
means in our time. At one point in history, that Jainism demands webccome, we must Opposed to all theories which deny in accordance with the ahimsa command take a grassroots approach to breaking out our ethical interest, Jainism is rooted in the ment, to be Jain was to walk carefully so as of suburban passivity by discussing vegbelief that we are responsible for our worlds. not to hurt any insects which may travel on etarianism and non-violence with coTheories of Creation which suggest that the ground below, and to be Jain was to workers and friends, by understanding that the world was made and is maintained by avoid work in the fields as the upturning of the principles of Jainism do not exclude God run counter to the Jain emphasis on soil inevitably disturbs the existence of other religious beliefs but co-exist with individual, human responsibility. Unable living things. In fact, this is the reason that any search for an ethical life and peaceful to account for the origin of the cessation of Jains mainly engaged in business or trade. existence and by acting on issues and realsuffering, such theories of Creation are However, there are few Jain individuals izing the potential of our effort. criticized by Jain thinkers. In this way nowadays who are so cautious and particuphilosophy parallels the existentialist as- lar about where they step, etc. Especially in
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Shrimad Rajchandra
A MODERN PHILOSOPHY OF SELF REALIZATION by Neha and Namrata Patel
Shrimad Rajachandra (Kriupaludev) at the early age of seven asked what leaves one's body apon ones death? Who am I, body or soul? Deeply pondering these questions, he recognized his previous lives and therefore, concluded that one is not only of the physical body, but one is reincamated to fulfill those needs which were not accomplished in previous lives.
beings in this world as I look upon my own. I have the same affection for all the souls as I have for my own. The joyous peace which I aspire for my soul shall be the state for all the souls. The affection which I have for my own body, I have for all other things and bodies. I cannot claim something special for myself which I deny others."
"Moksha means freedom from suffering of this world. It means achieving an unique state of knowledge and insight in which resides the highest unending happiness and bliss-where there is absence of birth and death, all the limitations of sorrow, and 3) The soul is the doer of Karmas sufferings of life. It is, therefore, our duty to bound by bondage. take shelter in the words of the passionless
The true knowledge, faith, and pure conduct are imperative for soul enlightenment. Soul qualities are as follows: 1) The soul exists.
2) The soul is eternal.
4) The soul is the enjoyer of fruits of (vitarag)." Karmas.
5) The soul can gain liberation. 6) There is a means of liberation by the soul becoming an observer.
Kripaludevsummed up his feelings as: "I look upon the souls of the entire living
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ALEXANDER MEETING THE JAINS by Tom Jones
Alexander the Great face-to-face with the "spacegarmented ones," the Jains clothed only in airAlexander called them "gymnosophists", "naked philosophers", their nudity a symbol of liberation, detachment from all desires - known for their compassion for all creatures, animal sanctuaries and shelters, the Jains in their whole history have never fought a war. In Jain mythological time, once the earth was sugar, the river as delicious as wine, that ancient age know as susama-susama - "Very Beautiful, Very Beautiful". lasting 400,000,000,000,000* oceans of years, giving way, in time's ever-so-slow eternal revolution, to the "Sorrowfully Very Beautiful," when joy mixed with griefour modern age known simply as the "Sorrowful" Earth-bodies, fire-bodies, water-bodies - life in the elements themselves - wind-lives in the air, the deepest reverence for all creation, "not-to-kill", ahimsa, strict vegetarians enduring life-threatening fasts, great austerities - naked philosophers on scorching sun-rocks greeting Alexander the Great in 326 B.C., awaiting the millenium
when again "the earth will sweeten ... waters turn to wine." FIRST PUBLISHED IN "INDIA CURRENTS" @Tom Jones 1990
Our prayer should be: Oh, God, I have been looking for you for so many births. You are the forgiver. Please bless me, give me the strength to accept karmas with ease, equality of acceptance of the goods and bads and show me my own faults so they can be resolved with compassion, peace, equanimity, forgiveness, truth, renunciation, nonattachment as they are found in the heart of a liberated pure soul. Enlightenment is full of conciousness and self brilliance. Soul experiences and recognises self realization. Everything else is insignificant compared to the pure knowledge of soul that I will gain through your kind guidance for eternal life. When the rejoice of identification of the soul with the body ceases, it is realized that is the secret of true religion.
Shrimad Rajchandra had said that he was not Hindu, Moslem, Catholic, Christian, Buddhist or Jain but that he was an "Enlightened soul." Realize and say to yourself "You don't own anything but your soul."
For the enlightenment of your own soul, we strongly urge you to unquire about Shrimad Rajachandra's life through these books: Shrimad Rajachandra-- a life, Mokshamala, Bhavana Bodh, Atma-Siddhi (self-realization), and Vachanamruts from Agas Ashram near Anand, Gujrat.
KOVALAM BEACH by Tom Jones Kovalam Beach, south of Trivandrum,
the green rim of rain forest fringed with tall coconut palms, all the unnamed, unnameable blues of India Sun and Waves, blonde sand crescent moon classic watering hole on the Kerala coast,
dream-heat surf's up on the Arabian Sea,
a natural paradise of blue lagoons and secret coves One of the few times I've scen Barry enraged, seeing his paradise lost to the developers, "Southern California infesting India like a parasite! Money! A misuse of the idea of freedom! There has to be another way - Gandhi's way!" The Jains say: "Injury to the earth is like striking, cutting, killing, or maiming a blind man..."
Poems from "FOOTBRIDGE TO INDIA" by Tom Jones, published by Prentice Hall (RS100), available at Jean Johnson (212) 254-1238.
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SECRETARY Girish Shah ('81-83), Arvind Vora (83-85), Sulekh Jain ('85-89), Satish Nayak ('89-91).
TREASURER Girish Shah (81-83), Krishna Gosavi (83-85), Bhupendra Shah ('85-87), Surendra Singhvi ('87-89), Mahendra Dosi ('89-91)
Established: May 1981 in Los Angeles, CA
EDITOR, JAIN DIGEST
S.A.B. Kumar ('85-89), Surender Jain ('89-91) The Federation is the product of a dream and vision of a few
CHAIRPERSONS concerned and farsighted individuals from Cleveland, Los
-Young Jains of America (YJA): Urmila Talsania ('89-91) Angeles, San Francisco and Washington, D.C., who, on an informal basis during November-December 1979, started - JAINA Library: Prem Gada ('89-91) discussing the possibility of creating an umbrella organization which would provide leadership to Jain centers, help Marriage Information Service: F.J. Dalal ('89-91) create more Jain organizations and promote Jainism in North America.
- Special Projects: Jagat Jain ('89-91) Towards the end of 1980, the Jain Center of Southern
JAINA CONVENTION (Biennial) California made a motion that they would like to host a Jain conference of all Jain organizations in Los Angeles during
First Los Angeles, CA May 1981 Memorial Day Weekend in May of 1981. Members from
Second New York, NY May 1983 Cleveland, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington, Third Detroit, MI
May 1985 D.C. gathered for the three-day conference and discussed the
Fourth Chicago, IL
May 1987 various aspects of the need of such an organization and its
Fifth Toronto, Canada July 1989 aims and objectives. Finally a draft constitution was agreed Sixth San Francisco, CA
July 1991 upon and an ad hoc committee was appointed under the leadership of Lalit Shah of Los Angeles as its first president.
Member Organizations of Federation of JAINA Girish Shah of San Francisco was appointed secretary-trea
USA: Brahmi Jain Society, Jain Meditation Center, Jain surer, and Manoj Dharamsi of Washington, D.C.and Tansukh
Sangh NJ, Jain Social Group LA, Jain Society of NJ, Kutcchi Salgia of Cleveland were vice presidents, and thus JAINA
Jain Society, Mahavir Jain Mission, Los Angeles CA, San was born.
Dicgo CA, San Francisco CA, Brookfield CT, Washington, JAINA-A UNIQUE ORGANIZATION
D.C., Atlanta GA, Central Florida, Daytona Beach FL, Fort
Myers FL Miami FL, Chicago IL, New Orleans LA, Boston • An association of associations and not of individuals
MA, Detroit MI, St. Louis MO, Charlotte NC, Albany NY, • Spread over two countries: U.S.A. and Canada
Minneapolis/St. Paul, Buffalo NY, Elmira NY, New York • Represents all Jains without bias or classifications of
NY,Rochester NY,Syracuse NY, Central OH, Cleveland OH, language, scct, region, place of origin, professions or busi
Cincinnati/Dayton OH, Raleigh NC, Tulsa OK, Allentown ness
PA, Harrisburg PA, Pittsburgh PA, Dallas TX, Houston TX, • Assist all member organization in furtherance of Jainism
Lubbock TX, Milwaukee WI. and undertakes activities that wider national or interna
CANADA: Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Bramhi tional in scope
Sociсty, International Jain Meditation Center, Vancouver, • All member organizations have equal representation Mahavir Jain Mission.
COMMITTEES EXECUTIVE AND OTHER COMMITTEES
JAINA works through several committees. These 1981-1991
committees are appointed by the Executive Committee. A
listing of the committees and their members is given below PRESIDENT Lalit Shah (81-83), Manoj Dharamsi ('83-85), Tansukh Salgia ('85
for the 1989-91 period. 89), Sulckh Jain ('89-91).
Jain Digest
Editor-in-Chief: Surender K. Jain FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
Executive Advisory Board: Sulekh C. Jain, T.J. Salgia, Laxmi Gogri ('85-87), Manibhai Mchta (87-89), Niranjan Shah ('89. Pramod Jhaveri, Prem C. Jain, Premchand Gada, F.J. 91).
Dalal, Urmila Talsania, Arvind Vora, Naresh Shah, Paul
Kucpferle, John Cort, Ravindra K. Jain, Manoj Dharamsi, VICE PRESIDENTS
Narendra Sheth and John Laplante. Manoj Dharamsi ('81-83), Ramnik Kothari (Toronto, '83-85), Pravin
Jain Digest Finance Shah (Toronto, '85-87), Manganlal Shah (Toronto '87-88) Manhar
Pramod Jhaveri (Chairperson), Ila Kamdar, Prem Sheth (Toronto,'89-91 ) Tansukh Salgia ('81-85). Vasant Gandhi ('8587), Dinesh Chhoda, ('87-89), Prem Jain('89-91), Laxmi Gogri ('83
Jain, Dinesh Punater, Manhar Sheth and Surender K. Jain. 85),Himat Dagli(85-87), Naresh Shah (87-89), Naresh Shah ('89-91).
JAINA Library
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Premchand Gada (Chairperson). Members: Sulekh circulation has been improving. It is mailed to about 5500 C. Jain, Mrs. Ila Kamdar, Pravin Shah, Mrs. Pramodaben families in North America, India, Europe, Asia and Africa. Chitrabhanu, Narendra Scth, Pravin Shah, Ratilal Dodhia, Manhar Shcth, Pawan Jain, Surendra Singhavi, John Cort, 3. AHIMSA MOVIE: JAINA assisted in the producPaul Kucpferle, Ram Gada, Santosh Shah, Pravin Turakhia, tion of a one-hour long documentary (shown on TBS) on and Lal Chand Jain.
Jainism. Producers of this documentary have also produced Marriage Information Service Committee
another documentary, "Voice of Planet" covering Jainism. F.J. Dalal (Chairperson), Mahendra Dosi, Bharati Salgia and Dinesh Punater.
4. JAINA LIBRARY: One main library in Lubbock, TX Young Jains of America (YJA)
and a branch library in Toronto (Canada) were established Urmila Talsania (Chairperson).Members: Ushma and are now functioning. Some scholars have started makShah, Vikram Sanghavi, Amar Salgia, Rajcev Shah, Navita ing use of these libraries. The JAINA Library was also Kumar, Nancy Jain, Reshma Shah, Seema Jain, Jina Shah, featured in a lengthy front page article in Lubbock daily Suketu Khandhar, Rita Morbia, Tushar Shah, Navita Dedhia, newspaper 'LUBBOCK AVALANCHE'. Anish Punatar, Manoj Trivedi, Samir Maru, Anup Salgia, Dipal Vaidya, Saume Daulat, and Binny Mehta.
5. YOUTH ACTIVITIES: JAINA has been diligently New Membership Development Committee
working to start many, many youth activities and thus getManoj Dharamsi (Chairperson), DhirajShah, Harakhting our youth involved in the Jain community and religion. Dedhia, Prem Jain and Naresh Shah.
A brief listing of the accomplishments are: Visiting Jain Scholar/Monks Committee
a) Young Jains of America (YJA). This national Naresh Shah (Chairperson), Nirmal Dosi, Bimal organization of youths has been launched, youth leaders Begwani, T.J. Salgia and Surinder Singhvi.
sclected and slowly it is taking shape and becoming active Constitution Amendment Committee
(sce report by Urmila Tansala on YJA). Manhar Sheth and Jagmonhan Humar (Co-Chair
b) Youth Forum in Jain Digest. This is now a reality persons), Arvind Vora, Manoj Dharamsi, T.J. Salgia and Shri and readers can feel the pulse of the youth from their letters Jain.
to editors and other articles. Regional Summer Camps Committee
c) The first JAINA/St. Louis Jain Center Summer Surinder Singhvi and Satish Nayak.
Camp was held in July 1990 and was a good success. JAINA Special Projects Committee
d) First Jain Youth Exchange Program from U.K. Jagat P. Jain (Chairperson), Arhant Jain, Shan Jain, Jit About twenty youth leaders are coming from U.K. as our Turakhia, Surendra Singhvi, Dhiraj Shah, Ravi Pahade and guests. It took a lot of planning, effort and dedication. This Shri Chand Jain.
is a very exciting accomplishment. JAINA Award Committee
e) Youth Seminars have become a regular feature in Jagat Jain (Chairperson), Dhiraj Shah, Manilal Mehta, JAINA Convention. Sixth Biennial Convention is a proof and Mahendra Pandya and Balu Kuria.
testimonial of this initiative. JAINA Election Committee
f) Jain Pratikaman in English has been made availVinay Jain (Chairperson), T.J. Salgia, Dinesh Jain able. Further refinements and improvements are in progress. (Toronto), Himat Dagli and Atul Khara.
g) Easy to read, simple, non-sectarian, well printed JAINA Convention Committee
educational material on Jainism (books, pamphlets, courses, Prem Jain (Chairperson), Satish Nayak, Surinder etc.) have been planned and slowly will be made available. Singhvi, Manhar Sheth, Arvind Vora, Indira Bhimani, Prem
h)First JAINA Essay Competition was initiated and Gada, Urmila Talsania and Pravin Shah.
results will be reported at this convention. JAINA Youth Essay Competition Committee: Girish Shah and Urmila Talsania
6. VISITING SCHOLAR PROGRAM: For several Judges: Dr. John Cort (Harvard), Dr.Jagdish Sharma years, JAINA has been sponsoring and coordinating the (University of Hawaii) and Narendra Sheth (San Diego). visits of many JAIN scholars, monks, nuns, Bhattaraks, artJAINA Youth Exchange Program
ists and prominent Jains to North America with good sucUrmila Talsania and S.A.B. Kumar
cess. JAINA Achievements and Accomplishments, 1981-1991
JAINA has had some major accomplishments to 7. MARRIAGE INFORMATION SERVICE: To meet fulfill its charter. Along with accomplishments, there are this important need of the Jain community, JAINA initiated many promises and expectations that remain to be realized. matrimonial ads in Jain Digest and creation of computerized This is part of our agenda for the second decade.
data bank for referrals. A humble beginning has been made. Here is a brief listing of some of the highlights: 1. GROWTH: JAINA's membership has grown from
8. TAINA AWARDS: JAINA must recognize some of the four to 50.
individuals who provide leadership, vision, time, energy,
intellect and financial resources in service of the Jain commu2. JAIN DIGEST: The news magazine was started in nity in North America. The JAINA award was started in 1989 1985. Consistently its style, quality and content as well as to recognize some of our very best.
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9. JAINA CONVENTIONS: This biennial event has become a showcase of the entire Jain community in North America. This present convention is a proof of this effort.
10. IAIN DECLARATION ON NATURE: JAINA and Jain community in North America was well represented last year (October 1990) in London (UK) on a visit to Buckingham Palace to meet H.R.H. Prince Philip and also at the Jain Declaration on Nature Ceremonies.
11. PUBLICATIONS: JAINA is taking active interestin this area. Past and present activities include:
Publication of Jain Pratikarman in English;
Reprinting of Jain Declaration on Nature;
- Preparation of books and pamphlets on the following in English (in progress):
Aloyana Jainism and social issues guidelines Jain syllabus and teaching material Jain stories
Jain Holy Book translation-Tattavartha Sutra: We are working with Institute of Jainology (UK) on this project.
BOOK REVIEWS New Arrival Life Force: The World of Jainism by Michael Tobias
The Asian Humanities Press has announced the publication of a new book on Jainism titled Life Force: The World of Jainism, by Michael Tobias. The book is expected to be released in July 1991 during the JAINA Sixth Biennial Convention. For more information, write P.O.Box3523, Fremont, CA, 94539 (telephone/fax (415) 659-8272). The Vegan Diet During Pregnancy, Lactation, and Childhood. by Reed Mangels
Reed Mangels, Ph.D.,R.D., and The Vegetarian Resource Group have produced a handout titled The Vegan Diet During Pregnancy, Lactation, and Childhood. Vegetarians do not consume meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans also do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs, because of health, environmental, or ethical concerns.
12 PUBLICITY: JAINA and Jain community has been mentioned and featured regularly in articles and news stories published in news media in North America and India.
Jainism-An introduction by Dr. Prem Jain
The following is a book review by Ravindra K. Jain of Bedford,
TX
13. RELATIONSHIP WITH WORLD JAIN COMMUNITY: JAINA has strived to develop interaction, dialogue and communication with many Jain organizations, leaders, scholars, monks, nuns and youth throughout the world towards this goal.
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Shri Akhil Bhartiya Jain Vidvat Parishad of Jaipur, has published a very concise book, "Jainism-An introduction," by Dr. Prem Suman Jain. The author, who teaches in the Dept. of Jainology, and the Prakrit M.L. Sukhadia University, Udaipur, has done excellent work in bringing to a common reader a thesis on the philosophy, ethics, morality, and beliefs of Jainism in about 40 pages.
In my opinion, this book can serve as a good beginning source for students of religion in general and Jainism in particular. In today's world when violence is used in the name of religion and hedonism, greed, and self haveovertaken spiritual charitable and social values, this book provides direction to achieve balance by following the path of ahimsa, anekantavada, and aparigrha.
'To Light One Candle' by Clare Rosefield and Pramoda Chitrabhanu
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litlull!
सवय-सुत्तं
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पुरिसबरपुंकरीआएणं पुरिसवरगंधही। लोगुतमाएं बोगना हाणं बोगहि माणं लोगपईवाएं होगपकी अगराणं। अनयदया घस्कु दयाए मम्गदयाएं सरणादया बोहिदयाए। धम्मद या धम्मदेसयाणं धम्मनायगाणं धम्मसारही, i razmiagrageti grafuar. नाणदसणधराणं वियनमाएं। डिपाणं झावयाणं तित्राणं तारयाणं चुकाण बोहयाणं मुताणं मोअगाणं। सबएं सबद रिसीणं सिवमय
उमरुअमर्पतमस्कयमहाबाहमपुणरावित्ति लि} डिगइनामधेयं गणं संपत्ता। नमो किया
Bangi
This book contains anexquisite bouquet of potent prayers (mantras) from the Jain, Buddhist, and Hindu. To Light Once Candle invites us to ruminate universal truths which can transform our thinking, expand our vision, and touch our hearts. Rather than succumb to despair of pain and suffering, we are inspired "to light one candle," to live in our world as a radiance, as a fragrance, as a blessing.
The book includes: • Stanzas written in Sanskrit with an English translation.
• Prayers distributed by theme into five complementary part which can be used as guidelines in a daily practice. • Illustrations of mudras and other visual meditations.
To Light One Candle is written by Clare Rosenfield and Pramoda Chitrabhanu.Write JMIC,244 Ansonia Station, New York, NY, 10023, to order a copy of the book.
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The JAINA Awards and Recognitions
Award Committee: Jagat P. Jain (chairman), Balua Kuriya, Mahendra Pandya, Dhiraj Shah, and Mani Bhai Mehta
JAINA Award (For exceptional contribution to the promotion of Jain religion in North America on a national level)
1991
1989
Dr. Prem Gada of Lubbock, TX
Dr. Duli Chandra Jain of New York, NY
JAINA Recognition (of individuals for outstanding service in the Jain community in North America)
1991
Padmanabh S. Jaini of Kensington, CA
F.J. Dalal of Washington, D.C.
Dr. Hans Raj of Toronto, Ont.
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Dr. Urmila Talsania of Chicago, IL
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Atul Shah of England, U.K.
Monisha Jain of Williamsville, NY
Poorvesh Sheth of San Diego, CA
Saurabh Dalal of Washington, D.C.
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Arun Kothari of Englewood, NJ
Pravin K. Shah of Cary, NC
Laxmi C. Gogri of Oakdale, CT
Mamata Yagalla of New York, NY
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Ramnik Kothari of Toronto, Ont. (posthumous)
Chander Monan Jain of London, Bala Bhadra of Toronto, Ont. Ont. (posthumous)
1989
S.A.B. Kumar of Mississauga, Ont.
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Dr. Tansukh J. Salgia of Quincy. IL
Manoj Dharamsi of Washington, D.C.
Vinay K. Jain of Wellesley, ΜΑ
Lalit Shah of Ahmedabad, India.
JAINA Recognition (of institutions for outstanding activities to promote Jainism in North America)
Jain Center of Greater Boston
Jain Study Center of Toronto
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Sagar
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Moraji
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Udaipur
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Manglore
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Maglore, India
Patiala
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Punjab, India
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In the Mahamantra Navakar' after strict surveylanceof Baba Harakhchandji Arihant and Sidh Prabhu, the highest re Maharaj who was his teacher, he started spectis given to Ayariyanam which means reading and learning of Sanskrit, Praakrit, Acharya. Acharya is one who possesses Philosophy and History. Muni Hasti was 36 qualities viz., he follows five main extraordinary intelligent and had an principles of Jainism known as Panch amazing memory. Soon he learned by Mahavrta that of Non-Violence, Truth, heart all the basic Shastras (scriptures) Non-Stealing, Celibacy and Non-Posses- and became a pundit in religious studies. sion. He follows five kinds of code of Muni Hasti was hardly 15 years old conduct known as Panch Aachaar that of when he was designated Acharya by his Knowledge, Faith, Conduct, Penance and guru Pujya Acharya Shri Shobhachandji Power. Acharya controls five senses that Maharaj Saheb, because of his extraordiof Hearing, Seeing, Smelling, Taste and nary qualities, personality, knowledge Feeling. He follows five kinds of Samities, and spiritualattainment. Muni Hasti kept far and wide on foot preaching the gosthree kind of Gupties and nine kind of on his studies with great vigourand zeal, pel of non violence, truth, non stealing, Celibacies. In the same way a true Acharya and at the young age of 20 he was celibacy and non possession. He travcontrols four kind of internal weaknesses recognised as Acharya in the Hindu Year elled to almost all the districts of Rajasthan that of Anger, Ego, Worldly Passion and 1987 in Jodhpur by all the contemporary and also went on foot to Gujarat, Madhya Greed. Thus a true Acharya is one who Acharyas. In the living memory there is Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, possesses and practices the above 36 no other Acharya who has been so for 61 Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Except for qualities. To become an Acharya one has years.
the 4 months of the monsoon or in the to become a saint and has to progress to Toenumerate and assess the work of event of illness he never stayed for more become an Upadhya (scholar), and after Acharya Shri who remained a saint for than one month at any one place. qualifying as an Upadhaya, one reaches 71 years and Acharya for 61 years is not Acharya Shri laid great emphasis on the pinnacle of spiritual ladder to become an easy task. Only passing references can doing "Samayik" for he believed that by an Acharya. Acharya Hastimalji Maharaj be made, for it will take decades to un- doing so one can reach "Sam Bhava" or Saheb possessed and practiced all the derstand and interpret his life and teach- tranquility and peace of mind. He taught above 36 qualities of a true and worthy ings of this great saint.
not to care for worldly things, not to Acharya.
Acharya Hasti, was of short height worry in bad times, not be over joyed in Eighty-one years ago Acharya Shri approximately 5 feet and had a slim body. good times, not to care for profit or loss, Hastimalji Maharaj Saheb was born on He had a magnetic personality, whoso- appreciation or criticism, happiness or the 14th day of moon of Hindu Year 1967 ever came to his Darshan was lured by unhappiness. He said be doing Samayik in the village of "Pipaad" situated in his charm, influenced by his simplicity one can overcome these worldly internal Jodhpurstate, now a district of Rajasthan. and austerity. He never wasted a mo- weaknesses and attain "Nirvana". One His father Shri Kewal Chandji Bohra left ment of his life sleeping of lying down can become happy be controlling anger, for heavenly abode a few months before during the daytime. Except for the short pride, greed, deceit, avarice, our internal he was born. His mother Smt. Rupadevi, sleep in the night he was either praying, weaknesses. By doing Samayik one can a religious lady brought him with love preaching, reading or writing. Being an become a happy person, a happy person and affection. From the very birth she Acharya of Ratna Vansh, he had a large will make a happy family and a happy induced in him the religious values, as a following and disciples from all over family will make a happy society and a result, child Hasti instead of becoming a India visited him for his 'Darshan'. To happy world to live in. worldly man renounced the world to be everyone he used to ask what religious Acharya Shri Hasti laid great emcome a Jain sadhu at a very young age of activities were being observed and with phasis on doing Swadhaya which means 10 years. Not only Mata Rupadevi al- his charmand gentle pursuasion he made self introspection. To develop tranquillowed her only son to become a saint but people to take a vow to renounce all bad ity one has to be Swadhaya. It leads us to she too renounced the world to become a habits and to do Samayik (48 minutes of sce our own self, to review and analyse Jain nun. Both mother and child took prayer and meditation) and Swadhaya our thoughts, words and actions. In 'Diksha' in Ajmer and became the dis- (reading of religious literature). There Swadhaya one studies his own self, to see ciples of Acharya Shri Shobhachandji are hundreds of people who left bad his own weaknesses and ponders over Maharaj Saheb.
habits and bad conduct because of his how to overcome them. Acharya Shri At the young tender age of 10 which pursuasion and many more were pro- used to say that like a needle with a cord is the time to play and go to school child gressing on the path of Happiness and is not easily lost in the same manner a Hasti devoted his time and body in the Good Conduct.
person who does Swadha ya will not be deep study of Jain Dharma. Under the For 71 years Acharya Shri travelled easily lost in the world weaknesses. Due
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to his inspirations Samayik and of the society or person lies in right edu- Mandal" was established with an objecSwadhaya associations have been estab- cation, good habits and internal spiritual tive to publish and help to spread spirilished in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, development. To fulfill these objectives tual literature and right knowledge. This Maharashtra, Karnataka and Tamilnadu. Acharya Shri inspired people to set up institution is publishing a monthly Acharya Shri inspired more than 700 institutions which provide right educa- magazine 'JINVANI" for the last 45 years. people (swadhayees) to organise them- tion and help to preserve and propagate Acharya Shri himself a profound selves under the banner of Swadhaya our cultural heritage. One such institu- scholarand a literary, wrote severalbooks Sangh. These devoted people who are tion is "Acharya Vinaychand Gyan on Jainism, interpreted several Jain householders lead simple, pure and dis- Bhandar" in Jaipur in which more than scriptures into modern simple Hindi ciplined lives, go to places during 25000 hand written rare manuscripts are language, wrote commenteries and edParyushan Mahaparva wherever people preserved. Another institution in the area ited several publications of great impordo not have priviledge of having Jain of education set up by his inspiration is tance. He himself a great learned person saints or nuns, to spread the message of "Shri Jain Sidhanth Shikshan Sansthan" knew the plight of wise and likely. In this Tirthankar Mahavir.
Jaipur. In this institution students are world where money plays a dominant Acharya Shri Hasti was a great histo- given traditional and religious education role Acharya Shri inspired people to set rian. He emphasized that one must learn along with the formal education.
up "Akhil Bharatiya Vidvat Parishad" in and take inspiration from the past to Acharya Shri Hasti was a great social which works of scholars of Jainism all
reformer. He was a crusader for the poor over India are reviewed and brought to preached that our old religious and cul- and weaker section of the society. He light. Every year scholars of Jainism are tural traditions are very useful and ev- asked people not to spend lavishly on honored in a special function, held to eryone should study and analyse them. social occasions such as marriages and to recognise and distinguish them. Under the able guidance of Acharya Shri maintain simplicity and austerity even in In short, these are the few glimpses "JAIN DHARM KA MAULIK ITHIAS" religious occasions such as Athai(8 days of this great saint who devoted his life to has been written and published in four of fasting), Maas Khaman (30 days of spread the message of Jainism all across volumes. These volumes have received fasting) and Varshitap (fasting for 360 the country. Having practised and rare reviews by several prominent au- days at every alternate day). He inspired preached knowledge, faith and conduct thors and scholars all over India. This people to set up charitable organisations for 71 years Acharya Shri saw his end of work has been recognised as one of the "Bhudhar Swadharmi Vatsalya Kalyan life coming near and as a true saint demost authentic and non partisan rational Kosh", the purpose of which is to give clared on his 81st birthday in Pali city study of Jain history. Acharya Shri de monetary help to the poor and needy that as a Acharya, I have guided all the voted years of his life visiting each and persons. Every month help is given to saints, nuns and devotees to the best of every important library, searching for hundreds of families who are in dire my ability and during this lengthy pefacts and figures during his travel from need of medicine, food, education etc. riod of 61 years as an Acharya I ask Rajasthan to Tamilnadu to bring about several hundred families have been forgiveness from everyone and forgive this magnificent work, a master piece of helped by the magnanimous donations everyone. his creation.
by kind hearted and socially conscious On April 12, 1991, in Nimbaj, a disAcharya Shri was an ardent advo- persons. Another important institution trict of Pali in Rajasthan, he voluntarily cate of education. 70 years ago there were worth mentioning in the cause of serving decided to leave his body and took a vow hardly few schools and there was negli- the suffering humanly is "Amar Jain of "Santhara", also known as Pundit gible education among women. Educa- Medical Relief Society". It has a fully Maran, that is not to eat or drink except tion was confined to the urban cities developed medical hospital in the very water until the soul departs from the where rich and the male section of the heart of Jaipur society. This hospital treats body. On 21st April he left for heavenly society could avail it. Acharya Shri in- several thousand patients every month abode. 150,000 people from across the spired people to open schools in villages and gives medical aid to the poor people country attended the funeral in this small and rural areas. He laid great emphasis irrespective of caste, creed, sex or religion. village. Though his body is no more with on educating women and children of all This hospital was inspired by Acharya us but his preachings shall last for time the cross section of the society. With Shri in the memory of his fellow saint memorial. We pay homage to this great modern education he wanted the chil- Swami Amar Chandji Maharaj Saheb. saint. JAI GURU HASTT!!! dren to be educated in religious sphere This institution has its own building and too so that they become true Jains. He well equiped operation theater and
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Marriage Information
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Digest, officers of JAINA, and its affiliated associations. Vocal sympathy will have to transform into concrete steps.
The traditional factors:
wealth of parents, doctors preferred', By F.J. Dalal
will have to be replaced by character,
commitment to values, and commuThe Concept: The idea of the affluent community appears to nity orientation. Imposing of views match-making is as old as Adam and be happy because of material pros- and deciding for the candidates will Eve. Varnashrama system of Vedas perity. There is no institutional help have to give way to communication provided a system of social organi- available to anxious parents and with children, preparing them for zation in the form of an institution of growing young adults.
shouldering responsibilities. caste. Among other purposes, the
High potential, inexpericaste system provided for the mar- The Birth: In light of above, enced, over-ambitious, and impatient riages of children among families the idea of marriage counseling was young adults on one hand and the very well-known to each other. With presented at the Fifth Biennial Con- "limids" on the other, who have been the advent of the Industrial Revolu- vention of JAINA in Toronto, Canada brought up in the affluence of tion, the shackles of the degenerat- in 1989. The procedural formalities America will have to turn realistic ing caste system were weakened. of the organization and the needed and practical— "Look yourself in
carefulness for avoiding any kind of the mirror" for happy marriages raisThe Conception: Migration liability resulted in an unusual delay. ing well-groomed families. from rural to urban areas and to for- However, the guidelines, procedure, eign lands, led to the breakdown of and the forms were finalized. The Need For Action: Promotional the Joint Family System. This re- quarterly Jain Digest could not pub- seminars will have to be organized sulted in inter-caste-language-race- lish the required information and around the world by Jain organizareligion marriages. The stability and promotional writing. Resistance of tions at various locations for parents durability of the institution of Mar- traditional and stubborn first genera- and candidates for vibrant and benriages and Family appeared to be tion continues to be an obstacle. eficial dialogue. Informative articles endangered. Mis-matches resulted in
will have to be published for educatmany unhappy marriages and di- Slow Growth: During this pe- ing the parties. Informal and formal vorces. The materialistic environ- riod about 300 inquiries were re- get-togethers will have to be arranged ment of the West added fuel to the ceived, 90 of which resulted in regis- for the candidates. fire and necessitated a rational sys- tration and about 25 were interested
Lastly, the total neglect of tem of match-making among the bi- in Matrimonial ads only. MIS made socio-cultural-educational activities cultural Indian immigrants.
about 30 information exchanges. Ads by Jain organizations engaged in tra
in the Jain Digest resulted in over ditionalritualism, celebrations, study Jains as Migrants: Among 200 known responses which were of dogmas, and lectures in vernacuIndian immigrants, Jains are a small directed to the parties. To our lar languages have kept the youth minority of resourceful businessmen knowledge, about 10 candidates were outside the corridors. The Jain comand professionals around the world. engaged/married. Parents and can- munity organizations are not there Choices for marriages for residents didates, to a large extent, do not care for religious activities only. Let us outside of India are limited. Tradi- to let us know the outcome of the widen our horizon for extended protional approaches for finding spouses responses and exchanges, resulting grams and the larger goal of Exfrom India is meeting with resis- in our not knowing the status of our tending our Heritage to the Future tance at both ends for obvious rea- candidates at the moment.
Generation. sons. Forcible marriages among un
Marriage and family are and known spouses and the 'Plum' idea A Long Way to Go: The or- will remain the institutional founof getting a GREEN CARD through ganization of MIS is on a sound dations of our culture and religion in citizen/permanent resident spouses footing and its efficient administra- any society. are resulting in an increasing number tion, nccds cooperation from all of broken marriages. On the surface, parties—parents, candidates, the Jain
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Jain Social Group of Los Angeles, 237 South Hoover Street, Los Angeles, CA 90004; Rajendra Vora, 213-388-5274 Jain Center of Southern California, 8072 Commonwealth Avenue, P.O. Box 549, Buena Park, CA 90621-0549; Navneet Shah, 714-994-2266 (H), 213-322-3222 (O)
Jain Society of San Diego, 9133 Mesa Woods Avenue, San Diego, CA 92126-2861; Mrs. Sonal Sheth, 619-693-8272 Jain Center of Northern California, 2983 Mitton Drive, San Jose, CA 95148; Hasmukh Shah, 408-274-7864 7. Jain Center of Connecticut, 1 Coach Drive, Brookfield, CT 06805-1503; Ashwin Shah, 203-795-0430 8. Jain Center of Metropolitan Washington, 1021 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Springs, MD 20905; Dr. Manoj Dharamsi, 703-620-9837 (H), 703-437-2822 (O)
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Jain Group of Atlanta, P.O. Box 5041, Athens, GA 30604; N.K. Shah, 404-546-5465
10. Arun Jain Intercultural Association, 233 N. Ocean Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32018; Dr. Lal Chand Jain,904-252-1634 11. Jain Society of Ft. Myers, 5237-12 Red Cedar Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907; Mahendra V. Mehta, 813-278-3612 12. Jain Center of Central Florida, 6167 Harbor Town Ct., Orlando, FL 32819; Indravadan Bhavsar, 407-876-0505 13. Jain Society of Southern Florida, 8010 South Lake Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33406; Rajendra B. Shangvi, 407-5826768
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Jain Group Huntsville, 5124 Laurelwood Lane, Huntsville, AL 35816; Jayesh Gandhi, 205-721-9237
Jain Center of Phoenix, 24 West Interlaken Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85023; Kishor Parikh, 602-866-7030
14. Jain Society of Metropolitan Chicago, 627 West Hillside Drive, Bensenville, IL 60106; Bhupen J. Shah, 708-674-0592 15. Jain Social Group of Chicago, 625 Alexandria Court, Itasca, IL 60143-1406; Rashmikant Gardi, 708-887-7427 (O), 708773-2487 (H)
16. Bramhi Jain Society, 2829 Cabot Road, Quincy, IL 62301; T.J. Salgia, 217-223-7735
17. Jain Center of Louisville, 507 Bedforshire Road, Louisville, KY 40222; Pran Ravani, 502-426-8658
18. Jain Society of Southern Louisiana, 3829 Deer Creek Lane, Harvey, LA 70058-2114; Santosh Shah, 504-340-4283 (H), 504-561-3765 (O)
19. Jain Center of Greater Boston, 83 Fuller Brook Road, Wellesley, MA 02181; Chandrakant Vora, 508-393-2490
20. Jain Center of Lansing, 2601 Cochise Lane, Okemos, MI 48864; Mrs. Mayurika Poddar, 517-337-7888
21. Jain Society of Greater Detroit, 3900 Meadowbrook, Troy, MI 48084; Anant Koradia, 312-681-1333
22. Jain Center of Minnesota, 147 14th Avenue, SW, St. Paul, MN 55112; Ram Gada, 612-636-1075 (H), 612-633-5405 (O) 23. Jain Center of Greater St. Louis, 582 Bridge Bend, Manchester, MO 63021; Kirit Shah, 314-394-1015
24. Jain Study Group of Charlotte, 1048 Eaglewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28212; Vijay Doshi, 704-567-2402
25. Jain Study Center of North Carolina, 1119 Flanders Street, Garner, NC 27529; Pravin K. Shah, 919-469-0956, 919-3809556 (Fax)
26. The Jain Sangh, New Jersey, 1000 Abington Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034; Shashi Shah, 609-424-4897 27. Jain Center of South New Jersey, 81 South White Horse Pike, Berlin, NJ 08008-2321; 609-768-4273
28. Siddhachalam, 65 Mud Pond Road, Blairstown, NJ 07825-9734; 201-362-9793, 9830; 201-362-9646 (Fax) 29. Jain Society of New Jersey, 233 Runnymede Road, Essex Fells, NJ 07021-1113; Sanat Jhaveri, 201-228-4355 30. Jain Society of Capital District, Albany, 15 Arbor Drive, Glen Falls, NY 12801; Jaykumar Shah, 518-371-2217 31. Jain Community of Buffalo, 66 Viscount Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; Jagat P. Jain, 716-688-0104 (H), 716-285-1212 (O), 716-285-0411 (Fax)
32. Jain Study Circle, 99-11 60th Avenue, #30, Flushing, NY 11368; Duli Chand Jain, 718-699-4653
33. Kutchhi Gurjar Jain Society of North America, 135 Morningside Drive, Grand Island, NY 14072; Dhiraj Shah, 716-773
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34. Jain Center Elmyra/Corning, 602 Tifft Avenue, Horseheads, NY 14845,; Suresh M. Shah, 607-739-9926 35. Jain Society of Long Island, 22 Cedar Place, King's Park, NY 11754-1007; Arvind Vora, 516-269-1167
36. Jain Mediation International Center (U.S.A.), 244 Ansonia Station, New York, NY 10023-9998; Mrs. Jivan Procter, 212362-6483
37. Jain Center of America, 4311 Ithaca Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373-3451; Naresh Shah, 516-741-9269 (H), 212-374-5367 (O), 718-843-0019 (Fax)
38. Jain Society of Rochester, One Robin Drive, Rochester, NY 14618; Anup Vora, 716-473-9290 (H), 716-477-1396 (O)
39. Jain Center of Syracuse, 4013 Pawnee Drive, Liverpool, NY 13090; Jit Turakhia, 315-622-1980 (O), 315-622-3287 (H), 315-622-2998 (Fax)
40. Acharya Sushil Jain Ashram, 722 Tompkins Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10305-3044; 212-447-9505, 4948
41. International Mahavir Jain Mission (U.S.A.), 161 Devorah Drive, Aurora, OH 44202; Peter Funk, 216-464-4212 42. Jain Center of Cleveland, 3122 Bowmen Lane, Parma, OH 44134; Jitendra Shah, 216-842-0807
43. Jain Center of Cincinnati/Dayton, 1045 Hyde Park Drive, Dayton, OH 45429; Vinod K. Jain, 513-435-9950 44. Jain Center of Central Ohio, Bhartiya Temple, Westerville, OH; Girish Parikh, 614-864-4581
45. Jain Center of Toledo, 3100 West Central Avenue, Toledo, OH 43606; Shirish M. Shah, 419-841-3662 (H), 419-531-0505 (0) 46. Tulsa Jain Sangh, 10766 East 29th Place, Tulsa, OK 74129; Rasik Shah, 918-627-8440
47. Jain Sangh Allentown, PA, 4105 Gloria Lane, Bethlehem, PA 18017; Rashmi Sheth, 215-868-1231
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49. Hindu-Jain Temple, 615 Illini Drive, Monroeville, PA 15146; Vinod Doshi, 412-856-9235 50. Jain Group of Greenville, 108 Meaway Court, Simsonville, SC 92681; Dilip Doshi, 803-967-4605 51. Jain Society, 1976 Sonning Drive, Germantown, TN 38138; Vasant Gala, 901-755-3600
52. Jain Society of North Texas, 1114 Midway Drive Richardson, TX 75081; Hansa Varia, 214-644-8026 53. Jain Society of Houston, 3905 Arc Street, Houston, TX 77083; Kishor Doshi, 713-561-9887
54. Jain Center of West Texas, 4410 50th Street, Lubbock, TX 79414; Dr. Pravinbhai Khanderia, 806-794-7983 55. Milwaukee Jain Social Group, 4526 W. Bonnie Court, Mequon, WI 53092-2128; Kamal Shah, 414-242-4827 56. Federation of Jain Associations in North America (JAINA), 9831 Tall Timber Drive, Cincinnati, OH, 45241 57. Jain Digest, 3 Ransom Road, Athens, OH 45701; S.K. Jain, 614-592-1660
58. Young Jains of America (YJA), 5 Yellow Star Court, Woodridge, IL 60517; Urmila Talsania, 708-969-8845 59. JAINA Marriage Information Service, 9001 Goodluck Road, Lanham, MD 20706; F.J. Dalal, 301-577-5215 60. JAINA Library, 4410 50th Street, Lubbock, TX 79414; Premchang Gada, 806-794-4777
61. JAINA Special Projects, 66 Viscount Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221; Jagat P. Jain, 716-688-0104
CANADA
Hindu Jain Cultural Center, 2136-104B Street, Edmonton, Alberta TGJ 5G8; Jasvant Mehta, 403-437-7177 Jain Center of British Columbia, 5620 Clearwater Drive, Richmond, B.C. Gyan Singhai, 604-277-5117 Bramhi Society, 4665 Moccasin Trail, Mississauga, ONT L4Z 2W5; Mahendra Jain, 416-890-3368
Ottawa Jain Society 331 Bridge Street, Carelton Place, Ontario K7C 3H9; Balu Kuriya, 613-257-2898 International Mahavir Jain Mission-Canada, 12 Royal Rouge Trail, Scarborough, ONT M1B 4T4; Harish Jain, 416-525-5651 Jain Meditation International Center, P.O. Box 823, Station "K", Toronto, ONT M4P 2H2; Mrs. Irena Upenieks, 416-481-5550 Jain Society of Toronto, 48 Rosemeade Avenue, Etobicoke, ONT; Mahendra Mehta, 416-241-2044
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Aden Vanik Association of U.K., 9 Cedarwood Drive, Garston, Watford W02 6RR; Subash Bakhai, 0923-893421 Bhakti Mandal, 41 Bethecar Road, Harrow, Middlesex; Shuman Shah, 081-863-3877
Digambar Jain Association of U.K., 12 Clonard Way, Hatch End, Middlesex HA4 5BU; Laxmichand B. Shah, 081-965-9990 Digambar Jain Visa, Mewada Association of U.K., 10 St. Johns Villas, Frien Barnet Road, London N11 3BU; Mahesh A. Shah, 081368-7202
Federation of Jain Organizations in U.K., 11 Lindsay Drive, Kenton, Harrow, Middlesex HA3 0TA; Vinod Kapashi, 081-2042871
Institute of Jainology, 23 Radnor Place, London W2 2TG; Mr. R.P. Chandaria (trustee), 071-262-3329
International Mahavir Jain Mission (U.K.), 25 Sunny Gardens, Hendon NW4; Mrs. Pushpa Kalriya (chairperson); Mrs. Pushap Lata Jain (president), 081-459-0775
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International Vegetarian Union, 10 King's Driver, Marple, Stockport, Cheshire SK6 6NQ; Surendra M. Mehta, 061-427-5850
Jain Association of U.K., 74 Wensleydale Avenue, Clayhall, Ilford, Essex IG5 ONB; Jeet Jain, 081-560-7110 10. Jain Meditation Centre, 184 Neasden Lane, London NW10 1QA; Shantilal Kothari (coordinator), 081-450-7843 11. Jain Samaj Europe, 27 Homefield Avenue, Leicester LE2 2BG; Dr. Ramesh Mehta, 0533-702773
12. Jain Samaj Manchester, 12 Cringle Drive, Cheadle, Cheshire 5K8 1JJ; Dr. Naresh Shah, 061-428-7617 13. Jain Sangh Birmingham, 679 Shirley Road, Hall Green, Birmingham B28 9JX; N.V. Parekh, 021-7774668 14. Jain Sangh-East London and Essex, 167 Eastern Avenue, Redbridge, Ilford, Essex; Dr. Ramesh Bakhai, 081-551-4749 15. Jain Social Group--London, 18 Wykeham Road, Hendon, London NW4 2SU; Koolesh Shah, 081-202-6656 16. Jain Social Group-South London, Hill Side, Bishop's Walk, Croydon, Surrey CRO 5BA; Bharat Vora, 081-655-1499 17. Jain Social Group Midlands and North, 4 Spinney, Cheadle, Cheshire; Babubhai Kapadia, 061-428-7349 18. Jain Vishwa Bharti, 148 Hendon Way, London NW2 2NE; M.L. Baid, 081-458-5653
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19. Leeds Jain Group, The Beeches', 14 Ancaster Road, West Park, Leeds LS16 5HH; Prof. K. Maradia, 0532-751483 20. Mahavir Foundation, 18 Florence Mansions, Vivian Avenue, Hendon NW4; Chief H.C. Bhandari, 081-202-9025 21. National Council of Vanik Associations (U.K.), 4 Spinney, Cheadle, Cheshire; Babubhai Kapadia, 061-428-7349 22. Navyug Jain Pragati Mandal, 79 Friar Road, Orpington, Kent BR5 2BP; Dr. U. Kalal, 0689-828806
23. Navnat Vanik Association of the U.K., 19 Hedge Lane, London N13 55J; Mr. Vinod Udani, 081-882-3143 24. Oshwal Association of the U.K., 7 The Avenue, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9QH; Rati Shah, 081-904-8686
25. Vanik Association of the U.K., 71 Pretoria Road, Streatham, London SW16 6RL; Mr. Chimanbhai Shah, 081-677-0774 26. Vinak Samaj Coventry, 17 Poitiers Road, Cheylesmore, Coventry CV3 5JY; J.D. Shah, 0203-501547
27. Vanik Samaj of the U.K., 92 Osborne Road, Brighton BN1 6LU; J.J. Mehta, 0273-509808
28. Young Jains, 1 Aurelia Road, Croydon, Surrey CR0 3BE; Sailesh Shah, 081-944-6534
29. Young Indian Vegetarians, 226 London Road (West), Croydon, Surrey CR0 2TF; Nitin Mehta, 081-684-3792
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Jain Center, Hong Kong, Ltd., 4-B, 4/F, Wealthy Heights, 35-37 MacDonnell Road, Hong Kong; Virat Mehta (president), 576-6963, 721-9122 (Fax)
Singapore Jain Religious Society, No. 18 Jalan Yasin, Off. Jalan Eunos, Singapore 1441; Nagindas Dosi, 065-294-4522 (O), 065-3443963 (H), 065-295-0734 (Fax)
Mahavir Swami Jain Temple, Japan, 7-5 Kitano-Cho, 3-Chome, Chou-Ku, Kobe, Japan; Foolchand Karani, 078-241-5995 Jain Sangh of Kobe, Japan, 6-17 Yamamoto Dori 2-Chome, Chico-Ku, Kobe 650, Japan; c/o K.S. Parikh
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AUSTRALIA 1. Jain Society of Sydney, 38 Ourimbah Road, Mosman NSW 2088, Sydney, Australia; Surinder Kumar Jain, 612-968-2047
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AFRICA 1. Jain Sangha of Tanzania, P.O. Box 3016, Dar es Salaam, Tanazia, East Africa; c/o Gulabbhai R. Shah 2. Visa Oshwal Community, Thika, Kenya, East Africa; c/o Ramnikbhai Dhanani
Jain Svetamber Deravasi, Sangh, P.O. Box 80711, Lagoni Road, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa Shree Visa Oshwal Mahajanwad, P.O. Box 4063, Limuru Road, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa
Sathanakwasi Jain Sangh, P.O. Box 82649, Mombasa, Kenya, East Africa 6. Hanraj Gudka, P.O. Box 156, Kisuma, Kenya, East Africa
Jain Samaj Nirobi, P.O.Box 50826, Nairobi, Kenya, East Africa;c/o Manu Chandaria, 02542-337287 (O), 02542-749491 (H), 02542
725822 (Fax) 8. Jain Sangh, P.O. Box 3268, Durban, South Africa; c/o Champaklal Mehta, (Tele) 013-281042 9. Ethiopia, Addis Ababa University, Faculty of Medicine, P.O. Box 5225, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, East Africa; c/o Prof. S.P. Jain 10. Bangkok, Thailand, Siam Indo Tools, Ltd., Suite 505, Sita Building, 388 Mahaesak Silom Road, Bangkok 10500, Thailand;c/o U.C.
Gunecha, 662-2333960 (O), 662-2581585 (H), 662-2366923 (Fax)
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Belgium, c/o Vijaybhi Shah, Vijay Diamonds PVBA, Pelikaan Straat 54, 7th Floor, B-2018, Antwerp, Belgium, 03232-355400 (O),
03232-8289591 (H) 2. Germany, Jain Association Intn., Brandweg 5, 2091 Gartedt (near Hamburg) Germany, Hermann Kuhn (president), Ajit Benadi
(vice president), 04173-8711
NEPAL 1. Nepal Jain Parishad, Post Box 363, Golchha House, Ganbahal Kathmando
National Organizations in India 1. Bharat Jain Maha Mandal, Bomba, 108-A Standard House, 1st Floor, 83 Maharshi Karve Road, Bombay 400002; Shri S.C. Daga 2. Bharatiya Jain Milan, 4 Rainbow Vihar, Meerut Road, Muzaffarnagar (Uttar Pradesh); Shri Naresh Chand Jain
Digamber Jain Mahasamiti, A-12 West End, Rao Tula Ram Marg, New Delhi 110021; Shri Ratanlall Gangwal All India Digambar Jain Tirtha-Shetra Committee, Times of India, Times House, 7 Bahadur Shah Zaffa, Fourth Floor, New Delhi 110002; Sahu Ashok Kumar Jain All India Digambar Jain Parishad, M/s Bhagwan Das Shobha Lal Jain, Chameli Chowk, Sagar 470002; Shri Dal Chand Jain All India Sthanakwasi Swetamber Jain Conference, 99 Old Prabhadevi Road, Bombay 400025; Shri Pukhraj Mal S. Lunkad All India Moorti Poojak Swetamber Jain Conference, Flat No.3, Usha Kiran, Il Floor, M.L. Dehanukar Marg, Bombay 400026; Shri Dipchand S. Gardi
Shri Jain Swetamber Khartar-Gachha Manasangh, 21 Anand Lok, New Delhi 110049; Shri Harak Chand Nahata 9. Jain Vishwa Bharati, 5 Din Dayalu Sharma Marg, Banarsi Das Estate, Timarpur, Delhi 110007; Shri Mangi Lal Sethia 10. Jain Tulsi Foundation, 210 Din Dayal Upadhyaya Marg, New Delhi 2; Shri Dharam Chand Chopra 11. Terapanth Jain Samaj Delhi, C-13/15 Ashok Vihar, Phase II, Delhi 110052; Shri Jaswant Rai Jain 12. Bhagwan Mahavir Memorial, 3 Benito Juarez Road, Samiti, New Delhi 110021; (011) 687-4805 13. Jain Social Groups Federation, 4P Vijay Chambers, 4th Floor, Opp. Dreamland Cinema, Tribhuvan Road, Bombay 400004; 389476 14. Akhil Bharatiya Digambar, Jain Parishad, 204 Dariba Kalan, Delhi 110006 15. Akhil Bharatiya Jain Patrakar Parishad, 12 Heera, Bhavan, V.P. Road, Mulund (W), Bombay 400080 16. Bharatvarshiya Digambar Jain Mahasabha, Aishbagh, Lucnow 226004 17. Akhil Bharatiya Jain Yuva Federation, A-4 Bapunagar, Jaipur 302015
Please keep us informed of any changes/corrections and additions so that we can print them in the forthcoming issues. Thank you.
Thoughts for the Month RICH AND POOR
SWEET AND SWEAT • The only way for a rich man to be healthy is by exercis Success is sweet, but it's secret is sweat. and abstinence to live as if he were poor.
• Bring ideas in and entertain them royally, for one of
them may be a king. TO LIVE
• "Do not Take Life Too Seriously. You will Never Get IMPROVEMENT Out Of It Alive."
• A smile is an inexpensive way to improve our looks.
DO IT TODAY
• Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today, because if you enjoy it today, you can do it again tomorrow.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We thank:
• Acharyas, Gurudevs, Monks, Nuns, Samanijis & Bhattarakjis • All the Dignitaries • Staff at Stanford University • JAINA Executive Committee • Sponsors, Donors & Well Wishers • Advertisers and Writers • All the Jain Centers in U. S. A. • Amar Shah and Vraj Lathiya of Copy - N - Print • Hansaben and Ghanshyambhai Patel • All the Host families and Indian community in Bay Area . All the volunteers who have contributed to a successful convention • And those known names, memory makes it unknown.
JAINA Convention Committee
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Dr. Sulekh Jain (president, JAINA) Surendra K. Jain (editor-in-chief, Jain Digest) Kimberly Germovsek (publishing editor, Jain Digest)
Sam McCoy, Steve Jain, Nisha Jain Bhatt, Cindy White, Pravesh Jain & Ravi Jain Souvenir Team
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I would like to extend my personal thanks to Prem Jain, the convener of the convention committee and the back bone of this convention, with co-chairpersons - Girish Shah, Himat Dagli, Navin Dedhia, and Hasmukh Shah with the rest of the convention chairpersons for their devotion, enthusiasm and hard work to make this dream come true.
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