Jain Digest 1991 11

Author(s): Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA
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JAIN DIGEST
QUARTERLY NEWS MAGAZINE
Founded 1985
Federation of the JAINA associations in North America October 1991 Volume 18
Number 4
Circulation 5,600
Features:
The Sixth JAINA Convention at Stanford Religious Pluralism Conference at Harvard
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Editor-in-Chief: Surender K Jain 3 Ransom Rd., Athens, Ohio 45701 USA.

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Jain Digest is a quarterly news magazine published by the Federation of JAINA for the international Jain community and many others who have interest in Jainism. Besides domestic and international news including acheivements, awards and honors by individuals, we also publish some articles of general interest appropriate to the goal of this magazine. The directors of Jain Centers both in the United States and abroad should send their newsletters and other items of interest to the Editor as per details given below.
Materials concerning matrimonial matters should be sent to F.J. Dalal, 9001 Goodluck Road, Lanham, MD 20704. News for the Youth Corner may be sent to Urmila Talsania, 5 Yellow Star Court, Woodridge, IL 60007 and items relating to Library and Education should be sent to Premchand Gada, 4410 Fiftieth St., Lubbock, TX 79414.
It is requested that all articles submitted be typed, of good quality. Black and white non-returnable photographs may be sent for possible publication. We will try our best to publish the materials sent, but due to space restrictions, the Editor reserves the right to edit any of the material submitted. Materials submitted will not be returned regardless of being published or not.
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Special Thanks
This issue of the Jain Digest has been partly sponsored by the generous donations of the following firms and individuals
Galaxy USA Inc., New York, NY Precious Trade, New York, NY
Vimco Diamond Corp., New York, NY Shefi Diamonds, New York, NY
JAINA is grateful for this timely and thoughtful gesture and encouragement of this cause. We hope many such contributions will be forthcoming in the future.
From The Editor...
We have just had a successful 6th JAINA convention with a theme "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation." We are witnessing the birth of a new Jain world in North America. It is very young, not in its essence, but in its outer manifestation. The road to approaching our young is completely new, never been tried before. It is a beginning, a universal beginning. It is absolutely an adventure. When one is young, one dreams of miracles, one wants everything to always be luminous and beautiful. One dreams of being able to rise into the air of acting, to be setting things right when they are going wrong, healing sick society. Indeed, one has all sorts of dreams when one is young. This spirit needs to be encouraged because it is what one should rely on. Tendency of doing nothing or pessimism, saying that is is merely a dream and not a reality may be avoided. We may tell them yes, it is what we must try to realize and not only is it possible, it is certain. This is what should guide us in the direction of true reality. Congratulations to all our youths for showing a great promise through their participation in the activities of the JAINA. We are moving ahead united.
CONTENTS
Departments Vantage Point
News & Announcements
International News
Library & Education Calendar of Events Matrimonials
Letters to the Editor Youth Column Features
Religious Pluralism
Pratishtha at Siddcahalam Scholar Visitation
Healing A Wounded World
Convention
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Surender K. Jain

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— Jain Digest
Vantage Point
What a great
summer
Sulekh C. Jain
Sulekh C. Jain President of JAINA Federation
Summer of 1991 will be a memorable one for the Jain community as well as in the history of evolution of Jainism in North America. Many significant events took place during the past few months that reinforce the sense of unity, dynamism, progress and of being a Jain. In retrospect, Jains in North America are not only establishing their roots and identity but are also taking positive steps, not only, to maintain but also to enhance their cultural and religious heritage.
I name just a few of the events and significant achievements. These include:
1. Celebration of Sixth JAINA Conventions in San Francisco
2. Inauguration and Pratishtha of Teerth Siddhachalam
3. Pratishta of Jain deities at Kansas City, KS and Augusta, GA
4. Significant progress in the building of new temples at Chicago and Detroit
5. Visit of a contingent of Jain youths from U.K. for the first time as part of our youth exchange program
6. Visit to North American Jain Centers by a large number of Sadhus, Sadhavis,
Bhattaraks, Samanis, Scholars, Pandits, Ambassadors, Singers, Jain leaders from several parts of the world including India, U.K. Singapore and East Africa
7. Premier release of a video movie on Bhagwan Mahavir by
Institute of Jainology (U.K.)
8. Release of several excellent books, videos and audio cassettes on Jainism
9. Significant progress in the preparation of comprehensive directory of Jains in North America by Jain Center of Greater Boston
10. Celebration of Paryushan and Daslakshan in a grand scale with lots of Tapasyas, Poojas, and religious discourses throughout U.S.A. and Canada
11. Tenth Anniversary celebration of the establishment of Jain Temple in Boston
12. A 3 day workshop at Harvard University on pluralism and minority religions in U.S.A. Federation of JAINA was invited to participate in this workshop
Specifically, the two events, the sixth JAINA convention in July and Praishtha Mohotsav in Siddachalam in August were eye openers. This is when the Jain community came together not only in large numbers but with unity, vision, dedication and commitment. At both places, the attendance was in several thousand. Jains came not only from the Jain Centers and states in North America but overseas too. At both places, members of the Chaturvidh Sangh shared ideas and discussed issues facing the community. The Jain Center of Northern California did a super job in organizing and holding a super convention in a super setting and climate with a great theme: "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation".
The Indian community and press from San Francisco Bay area commented that JAINA convention was one of the best and well organized conventions.
Those who attended noticed and appreciated that the convention was planned and organized by the youths. It was by far the largest assembly of our Jain youths in North America. Many hundred youths participated. Most of the programs were by and for youths. Their presence and active participation was most visible. There were open and free
debates and discussions, exhibition of Jain books and painting, booths by various Jain Centers and plenty of very nice religious cultural programs. For the first time JAINA recognized several progressive Jain youth leaders for promoting Jainism in North America. Many people rightly called this convention a youth convention.
Jain Center of Northern California deserves our appreciation and applause for making this happen. Thank you California and San Francisco.
The nine day Pratishtha Ceremony of Teerth Siddachalam was another significant milestone in our short but colorful history. We saw the largest gathering of Jains outside India. It was a sight to be seen, to remember and to enjoy. Finally, our dream became a reality. Let us all visit this Teerth for prayers and spiritual uplifting.
The next seventh JAINA convention will be hosted by the Hindu-Jain Temple Sangh in Pittsburgh, PA in July 1993. JAINA and Jain Community will also be participating in first century celebration of First World Parliament of Religions in Chicago. In 1893 first Jain Shree Virchand Raghavji Gandhi came to U.S.A. to attend and address this parliament.
As you can see much is happening in the Jain World in North America. We all should be rightly proud of these achievements. I feel, our march has just begun. Let us participate and keep marching. Participa
Al this Sixth JAINA Convention, a new executive committee was elected. You have again placed your faith and trust in me to serve you for two more years. I and the new executive committee ask for your support, help, guidance, understanding and tolerance. I also take this opportunity to convey my sincere thanks to the members and chairpersons of several committees, individuals and others who served and shared in this evolution of Jainism in North America.
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News & Announcements
Center continues to educate Jains
Since 1985 the Jain Center of Northern California has been conducting pathshalas in both San Jose and Fremont locations. Children ages 6 through 18 have taken advantage of these pathshalas. Material has been selected from Jain Bal Bodh Pathmala, Jain Study Circular and other books. In addition a trip to Los Angeles Jain Bhavan has been organized in the past for children.
Central Ohio gives their first program
On June 30, 1991 the Jain Center Of Central Ohio presented it's very first program and it was a great success. Over forty Jains and their friends participated in Samayik. On July 21, 1991 the center had its monthly gathering, over thirty-five Jains and their friends participated. On October 20, 1991 forty-five members of the center visited the Pittsburgh Hindu-Jain Temple.
Pittsburgh will host 93' JAINA Convention
The Seventh JAINA Convention will be hosted at the Pittsburgh Hindu-Jain Temple in the first week of July 1993. For information contact: Vinod Doshi (412) 856-9235.
Doctor donates life saving machine
During his recent visit to India, Dr. Dhiraj Shah of Buffalo, NY, attended a medical camp for women in Bombay, organized by Shree Bidada Sarvodaya Trust. He realized the need for a mammography x-ray machine and immediately pledged to donate one. The machine will be sent to India through Share and Care Foundation.

Jain Digest Vidyalaya Alumni Association formed An alumni association of the former students of the Mahavir JAINA Vidyalaya has just been formed. The officers are Anop Vora, president; Navin Dedhia, vice president; Rajni Shah, secretary; and Kanti Mepani, treasurer. The objective of this association is to help the needy and further the cause of the Jain community as a whole. A
directory of all of the past Vidyalaya students residing outside India is being prepared. If you have not responded before, please call Anop Vora (716) 473-9290 or write: 1 Robin Dr., Rochester, NY 14618. Jain scholars lecture
program which was attended by over one-hundred people including youths. This program was held at Washington University in cooperation with the Hindu Temple. It consisted of Manglacharan and song by Mrs. Anita Jain; she was accompanied by a local artist Sarad Sathe. An address was given by Ambassador, N.P. Jain about the Jain Convention Theme "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation" and thecurrent situation in India.
Governor spoke at JAINA EXEC. meeting Governor, Jerry Brown spoke at the Hindu-Jain Temple in Pittsburgh at the meeting of the JAINA on September 29, 1991." It seems that honesty has become outlawed," he
at Washington Society said. This was his campaign to
awaken the society from its wall made of cynicism and complacency. He believes each one of us has the power to keep the peace of our environment and the five vows of the Jainism Code throughout our lives.
The Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington held two programs. First, Sunandaben gave lectures on Jainism in Gujrati, in September. Later that month, Pandit Dhirajlalji Mehta, a Jain scholar, held a camp
type program, where he gave a series Mahavir Swamy Murti of lectures to teach the basic principles of Jainism. Ohio recognizes Asian Indians as minority The Governor of Ohio, George Voinivich has stated that Ohio is now ready to comply with Federal regulations. The Federal definition of minorities includes the Asian Indian Americans. In this context Ohio is accepting application for certification as minority business enterprise from Asian Indians. Applications should be sent to: Department of Administrative services Equal Employment Opportunity 65 East State St.,#202 Columbus, OH 432660408. For additional information contact: Dr. T. Salgia (217) 2237735
Detroit invites everyone to ceremony The Jain Center of Greater Detroit will be holding a Bhoomi Poojan ceremony (the consecration of the land). This ceremony will be followed by Swami Vatsalya. Everyone is invited to join them on November 30, 1991. For additional
Many Jains actively participate in program information please contact Bharat
The Jain Center of St. Louis had a Tolia (313) 681-5474, Jayant Shah

Pratistha Mahotsav The Hindu Temple Society of Augusta, GA celebrated the installation of Lord Mahavir Murti under the guidance of Acharya Shri Sushil Kumarji, from Siddhachalam Ashram, NJ, on September 28. He was accompanied by Muni Amerendraji, Pandit Khemchandji, Vidhicharak Vinod Shah and singer Ghanshyam Joshi.

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(313) 649-0981, Nalin Shah (313) 689-8296, or Kirit Shah (313) 8510883
Father
Age 4: My Dad can do anything. Age 7: My Dad knows a lot, a whole lot. Age 8: My Father doesn't know quite everything.
Age 12: Oh, well, naturally Father doesn't know that either.
Age 30: Maybe we ought to find out what Dad thinks.
Acknowledgement
Age 14: Father? Hopelessly old-fashioned
Age 21: Oh, that man is out of date. What to the JAINA cause
did you expect.
Age 25: He knows a little bit about it, but not much.
Age 35: A little patience. Let's get Dad's assessment before we do anything. Age 50: I wonder what Dad would have thought about that. He was pretty smart. Age 60: My Dad knew absolutely everything!
Age 65: I'd give anything if Dad were here
so that I could talk this over with him.
I really miss that man. Courtesy of Dr. Duli C. Jain
Sunday gatherings at Tulsa educate Jains
The Tulsa Jain Sangh has a gathering, the first Sunday every month, for Bhakti. During the Bhakti they
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have prayer, Aarti, religious discussion and guest speakers. Every other Sunday they have Jain Pathshala for the youth
International News

Mr. Rajiv P. Jain of South Extension II, Delhi has contributed various colorful banners including: Navkarmantra's banners, banners of Federation, Jai Jinendra banners with logo and podium banners. We appreciate his generous contributions.
Jain book to be republished
Jwala Malini Trust will republish Reality. This book will allow Jains to re-educate their community on the various aspects of the Jain religion and philosophy. Jwala Malini Trust would like to request
Chicago Temple construction underway
The Jain Society of Chicago has undertaken the project of temple construction. The cost of the temple is approximately 2.2 million, excluding the cost of the land which has already been paid for. Donations for this project have been pledged in the amount of 1.4 million and contracts worth 1.7 million have been awarded. The temple is expected to be completely enclosed in November.
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that all philanthropists contribute to their efforts. For information call (806) 793-8555.
Jain Vishwa Bharati at Ladnun Rajasthan declared a university
Over the past twenty years JVB has become a major center of study and research for Jain scholars. This center provides over 25,000 selected classical books and 5,000 ancient manuscripts. Its research center has done extensive work in translating and writing critical notes on Jain Agamas and ancient Jain scripture Ayaro. The Central Government of India declared it a university. This is the first in the world dedicated to the research on Jainism and ancient Jain scriptures.
Donation is greatly appreciated
Mr and Mrs. Yash K. Jain of Ashok Vihar III, Delhi contributed to the labor and mailing expenses of the January 1991 issue of the Jain Digest within India. We appreciate their gesture and hope that others will continue to donate as well.
Jain appointed to
high court in Delhi
Justice D.K. Jain was recently appointed as a Delhi High Court Judge. He had been a practicing advocate. D.K. Jain comes from the Amritsar District.
Statue guarded after bomb threats received The 1,000 year old Monolith statue of Bhagwan Bahubali in Sravanabelagola was guarded after police received threats that the 57 foot statue was to be blown up. Visitors were banned from visiting the statue and investigation was conducted. Allegedly the threats were from the Tigers of Tamil Eelam.

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passed away
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recently discovered in a survey of a part of the projected Castle Heri
antiques in the Bhilwara district of tage Park. This will also benefit the conference held
Rajasthan. These sculptures include people of Leicester. The second International Conference
Surya, Kuber, Varaha, and Laxmiof Peace and Non-Violent Action
Narayana, representing Jain and All India summer was held at Rajsammand-Udaipur Hindu faiths.
school was held from February 17-21, 1991. At the conference a declaration was
Jaisalmer JAINA adopted, regarding peace and non
The all India summer school in Bhandara manuscript Prakrit language and literature was violent action. The declaration requested different organizations of
held by the Bhogilal Leherchand the world to adopt the idea of non
The well known Jaina Bhandara of Institute of Indology. Though the violence in both the family as well as
the Jain Temple at Jaisalmer contains the Jain Temple
activities of this institute do include in social context.
one of the oldest collections of all branches of Indological studies,
manuscripts of Jain history. It will be special emphasis is given to the Acharya Shree Vijay
made available to researchers of the Prakrit and Jain studies.
faith. For more information contact: This year the program was refined Ramchandra Surishar Shri Joharimal Parekh, Serva Mandir through extensive planning. The
Ravati, Soorsagar, Jodpur-342024 main goals were to keep the link (India).
between the participants alive so that
it is possible for the Institute to Research center maintain a community setting and to
to cast a net so that scholars who are begins projects
interested in the knowledge of the
Prakrit are able to gain from this Sharadaben Chimanbhai Educational endeavor. The following members of Research center has started three
the teaching faculties conducted the major projects. In order to facilitate lectures: Pt. D.D. Malvania, Shri research on Agam Granthas, all
Jitendra B. Shah, Dr. Sagarmal Jain, 70,000 shlokas from all forty-five
Dr. Raja Ram Jain, Dr. Bhagchandra agamas have been entered in the
Jain, Dr. K.R. Chandra, Dr. Damodar computer. The Jain reference Library
Shastri, Dr. Ram Sajiwan Shukla, Dr. has acquired about 10,000 articles in Prem Shingh, Dr. P.S. Jain, Dr. Phool On August 9, 1991 Acharya Shree various languages from all over the
Chand Jain and Shri Dinanath Vijay Ramchandra Surisharji passed world. The center has decided to
Sharma. away. He was a spiritual guide for
publish an authoritative history of the millions of Jains and Non-Jains alike.
last 2,500 years of Sramana Culture. He guided the Jains of India for
The well known historian, Dr. many years. He ordained 900 Sadhus Madhusudan Dhaky has agreed to
Feature Articles and Sadhvis in his lifetime, probably more than any other modem day provide services for this project. Acharya. The cremation was held August 9th, on the banks of the river Sabarmati, and was attended by Jain Museum is Conference was millions of his followers. A permanent memorial will be built in his
being planned held at Harvard Unimemory.
Plans are well in hand for setting up a Museum of Jainism on the ground
versity Jain sculptures
floor of the Jain Center in Leicester. A conference exploring the new
This will not only be a major tourist diversity of religions was held at found in Rajasthan attraction, but the means of spreading Harvard University October 4-5,
knowledge and understanding of Jain 1991. The conference invited people About forty sculptures dating from faith and the principals of Jainism to
of leadership from Hindu, Sikh, Jain the 9th to 16th centuries were
a wider audience. The Jain Center is
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and Buddhist religious traditions. This conference explored the religious traditions of Asia and the Middle East, and how they have become an important part of America's Pluralism in the past 25 years.
Special guests at this program were Dr. Havanpola Ratnasara, founder and executive president of the American Buddhist Congress and president for the Sangha Council of Los Angeles; Dr. Sulekh Jain, president of the Federation of Jain Association in North America, (JAINA); Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi, director of the Islamic society of Orange County, Los Angeles; Mr. Gurinder Singh Mann, visiting assistant professor of Sikh Studies at Columbia University; Mrs. Rajshri Gopal, charter member of Sri Venkateswara Temple. Dr. Jagat P. Jain, another JAINA representative also attended. The project was aimed at better understanding the changing American religious demography, to study the religious communities and to explore possible ramifications of this new plurality.
Jain Digest North America. Attendees from overseas conveyed the same thing. All the arrangements, programs, decorations, facilities, exhibition, cultural programs, food, lodging, transportation and souvenirs were excellent. It was a great convention.
You people worked hard and many, many long hours. You saw the results and we all saw the results. JAINA and the Jain community are grateful to your Jain Center for this great effort and achievement.
On my behalf, JAINA Board of Directors and many Jain Centers, I extend our sincere thanks for a job very well done. We hope that your Jain center in the future will undertake other activities of significance for the entire community too.
nia from July 4-6, 1991, was a great success judging from the comments of the attendees and the level of participation. We estimated that more than 3,500 people attended the convention over the three day period. The youth participation (approximately 1,000) in the convention was heartening to us all and helped promote the convention theme of "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation"
On behalf of the Jain Center of Northern California and the convention committee we thank you for your participation in the convention. We deeply appreciate your taking the time from your busy schedule to participate in the Convention.
This convention has opened new frontiers for the Jain Community in North America with active participation in ecology and non-violence. Let us hope that the community will continue to spread the message of Bhagwan Mahavir on Ahimsa, compassion, and non-acquisitiveness to the American community. We hope that you will continue to support the efforts of JAINA and the Jain Center of Northern California in the future.
Thankingly, Sulekh C. Jain President, JAINA
Thank you for attending the convention
Thank you note from the President
Jaijinendra:
The 6th Biennial National Convention of the Federation of the Jain Associations In North America, which was held at Stanford, Califor
Sincerely, Girish Shah, CA
Jaijinendra:
I have been planning to write this letter but have not been able to find the appropriate words to thank your Jain Center and all of it's members and committees. During and after the convention I talked to many of the attendees about their assessment of the Sixth JAINA Convention and there was only one response- SUPERB.
Your Jain Center did much more than you planned and promised. You really set a trend and an example for quite some time. It was a milestone in the history of Jainism in
We will miss you! In Memory of Mrs. Nihalo Devi Jain Mother of Sher Singh (Agra), Vir Singh (Cincinnati), Pratap Singh (New York) Bhupat Singh (Kanpur) Rani Mehta (Detroit).
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- Jain Digest Bhattarak Shree Charukeertiji lectures at North Texas Compiled and translated by
envy, stealing, violence, lies and charitar (character). To attain Ravindra K. Jain of Bedford, TX materialism. But if one does some- salvation, one has to possess all the Last August the Jain Society of thing wrong inadvertently, one three. Samayak means yatharath North Texas had the privilege of should repent and promise not to (of right kind). having Bhattarak Shree repeat the same. Repentance of ones
* The credit of saving Jain Charukeertiji of Moodbidri, give six wrongs is called pratikraman. literature goes to Acharya lectures to a well attended gathering
* Six duties recommended Dharsenacharya. In his cave named of Jains. Each lecture was spiritu- for everyone are prayer to Jina Chandergufa in Gimar, Gujarat, he ally stimulating and was received Bhagwan, prayer to Gurus,
realized, 2000 years ago, that if the with great enthusiasm. Bhattarakji swadhaya, self control, tap (pen- knowledge of Jain religion is not communicated the message in a ance), and charity. One of the put into writing, this religion will very simple language using histori- methods of tap is upvas. Upvas disappear from the face of the earth. cal events and illustrations as
means fasting. But if one cannot The work of writing the summary examples, which made it easy to fast for a whole day, one should eat
of Dawadshank was completed by grasp even difficult concepts.
only one time which is called Bhootbali and Pushapdant. This Summarized are the highlights of ekashana. Even if that is difficult, original work is on 10,000 pages of his lecture series.
one should do anything however palmayra tree leaves and is still * Jainism propagates
small, which will promote disci- maintained in Moodbidri, near uthanvad (progression) rather than pline and self-control. For example Banglore. avtarvad (descention or incarna- one may eat food without salt for a
* In brief, it was emphation). Anyone can reach salvation-a day or may not eat products which sized that despite the busy schedstate where there is neither grief nor are sweet. The message is that ules and other responsibilities, one joy, also called moksha, by accu- whether it is big or small, do
should find time to pray daily by mulating good deeds. Everyone is according to your capacity and not reciting the navkar mantra. And accountable for his actions. We to show off or to copy others. praying does not mean just moving can't just cast off our sins by taking
* Another aspect of Jain the beads of mala. Prayer should a bath in the river Ganges or by religion which is unique is
lead to purification of mind, body, confession in a church. A believer anekantvad. It encourages multi- and speech. In other words, we in Jainism prays to his Jina
opinions rather than one single
should detach ourselves from the Bhagwan "may I be blessed with interpretation.
world around us for that short the characteristics as You possess,"
* Three jewels of Jainism as period and try to concentrate on a prayer which is unique to Jainism. described by Bhattarakji are
Jina Bhagwan. Audio tapes of these * We should lead our lives samayak darshan (belief), samayak lectures can be obtained by calling to avoid greed, attachment, anger, gyan (knowledge) and samayak Atul Khara at (214) 618-3470.
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Pratishtha at Siddachalam
Acharya Shree Sushil Kumarji founded the organization known as International Mahavir Jain Mission with the objective of preserving Indian tradition and culture and providing "sanskara" to the younger generation of Jains and Hindus settled out of India.
He had a dream to build a teerth in America where people could feel the spiritual environment, where people could improve their innerselves. "Siddhachalam," he said, "teerth is going to serve everyone having faith in the philosophy of non-violence and vegetarianism, hence it must play a role in bringing all of the sects together." That happened during the Mahotsav. The Pramukh Swamy Shree of Swami Narayan Hindu sect came with a group of monks to bless the temples.
In this Siddhachalam pilgrimage one can have darshan of Moolnayak Bhagwan Adinath, Parshavanath, Chandraprabhu, Mahavir Swamy, Bahubali, Manidhari Dada Jinchandraji, Padmavati Chakreshwari, Nakoda Bhairavji, Manibhadraji Ambicaji, Saraswati and others. The images
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of all of these gods and goddesses are placed in the temples.
Participants from various countries attended many kinds of poojas. They also donated generously to the charity fund of Siddachalam. These poojas were performed according to sacred Jain scriptures and instructions. Prominent members of the Jain community honored the celebration with their valuable contributions and ideas. Narendra Parson, Suresh Lodha, Mahendra Singh Daga of California, Nagin Bhai Doshi, C.T. Doshi of Singapore, Jagdish Jain of London, Sulekh Jain, Jagat Prasad Jain of JAINA, Rupendra Bhansali of Israel, Kamal Surana, K.C. Bhaiji, A.K. Nahar, Surendra Singhvi, Lalchand Munot, Hastimal Munot of Hyderabad, Kanti Parikh of Delhi were among them.
Between August 9-11 Siddhachakra, and Adhar abhishek poojas were performed. Also the Jain soical leaders spoke on social issues in the neatly organized World Jain Conference. A number of resolutions were adopted in the three day Jain Conference. It was decided to appeal to various Airlines for introducing the Jain vegetarian meals in
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the flights. Many steps to propagate non-violence and support the efforts of Acharya Sushil Kumarji were also taken.
For the first time in the history of Jainism, Acharyas and monks of different sects advocated for a non-sectarian society and the unity of the Jains all over the world. A future plan of establishing an Ahimsa University was also approved by the Jain Congress.
Shree Sushil Kumarji addressed the gathering and pleaded for unity among all the Jains. He said that he would work all of his life for the propagation of non-violence and vegetarianism along with the philosophy of the multiplicity of the truth. He expressed his concern for the needy and deprived people of the society and vowed to help them. Protection of the animals, trees and all forms of life was the need of the day. He declared that Jainism will be propagated with a scientific approach as in the institution known as Gnan Vihar.
The concluding day of the Pratishtha Mahotsav was the day of farewell to many guests. Guruji sent his blessings and prasadam to the neighbors who appreciated the gesture.
The fortnight long celebration was completed with the active support of hundreds of volunteers. They cooked, served food and managed the teerth for thousands of people. Acharya Sushil Kumarji has achieved the goal of building a teerth where all sects meet each other with love and affection. He has shown the path of Universal brotherhood, love and truth.

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Meenakshi Jain undertook Deeksha
Miss Meenakshi Jain, a young talented girl of twenty-six years of age, comes from a well-educated and established family from Delhi. On October 23,1991 she undertook Deeksha at Veerayatan (Rajgir) as a disciple of Acharya Shree Chandanaji.
Meenakshi graduated with a degree in computer science from Delhi University. For the last five years she has been the main administrator for all the social and religious activities in Veerayatan. During that brief period she has studied Jainism in depth with an analytical comparative study of different religions. Meenakshi, a thinker as well as an orator, has, with her revered guru, travelled widely with a well-planned aim of producing religious awakening amongst the younger generation. She is the first Jain girl who has renounced the material world after having secured higher academic qualifications. Thousands attended the beautiful ceremony. Dr. Sulekh Jain, president of JAINA was among the many dignitaries that attended. This event is symbolic of how far Jainism has come. Be sure to look for another news brief in the next issue of the Jain Digest.
- Jain Digest - Scholars Visitation Program centers at San Francisco, Los
Angeles, Orlando, Atlanta, Houston, by Nirmal Dosi and Vimal Begwani Dallas, Toronto, Cleveland, Pitts
burgh, St. Louis, Chicago, New
Orleans, New York, and Cherry Scholars visitation program is one Hill, New Jersey. All together they of the most important activities visited more than fifteen Jain undertaken by JAINA. Under this centers in the USA and Canada. program, JAINA invites a highly During the last four months Samanis talented select group of scholars have been delivering discourses on from India on a lecture tour of North Jainism almost every day, some of America. This activity is coordi- them at various Jain Centers and nated by a committee of three
some of them at informal gatherpeople. The committee sets strict ings. We can say Samanis have been guide lines which are then passed delivering Lord Mahavir's message onto the potential scholars and also from house to house, published in the Jain Digest. The
Samanis introduced committee collects a list of potential Preksha-Dhyan (a form of meditascholars every year and makes the tion) at each center. Due to popular final selection. In cooperation from demand Samani had all day various centers, the committee Preksha-Dhyan programs at several makes the final schedule for these centers. scholars.
Many member organizations This year JAINA invited have expressed great interest in nine scholars: Bhattaraks Shree programs for young people and Charukeertiji and Davendra Keertiji. children. At each center, Samani Samnis Madhur Pajnaji and Mangal had several programs specially for Prajnaji, former UN ambassador children. Mr. N.P. Jain, All India Radio They gave lectures on basic Jain singer Mrs. Anita Jain, Sadhvis principles and explained use of Yashaji and Subhamji, and Kumari meditation in religion. Manglamji. Most scholars particpated in the sixth JAINA Bhattarak Shree Charukeertiji convention from July 4-6 in San Francisco.
Just like last year, Shree We are very pleased to note Bhattarakji visited and delivered a that like last year, this year's schol- sermon at every corner of the ars-visitation program was im
continent. During the last four mensely beneficial to all the mem- months Bhattarakji visited Jain ber organizations and to all the Jains centers at San Francisco, Los living in North America. During the Angeles, Detroit, Cincinnati, last four months, scholars covered Orlando, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, every comer of this continent, Toronto, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, St. visited more than twenty centers and Louis, Chicago, New York, delivered Lord Mahavir's message Caldwell New Jersey, and Cherry of Ahimsa, aprigraha and anekant. Hill. At each center Bhattarakji Samanis
propounded the preaching of This was the second North Tatvartha Sutra and answered some America tour for Samani Madhur of the most touchy questions facing Prajnaji and the first for Samani Jains in this country. Bhattarakji Mangal Prajnaji. During the four performed Santi Puja at most of the month journey, Samanis visited Jain centers he visited.
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Jain Digest - Bhattarak Shree Davendra Keerti travel thousands of miles to particiBhattarak Shree
pate in the celebration. Many thanks Davendrakeertiji was instrumental must go to Samanis Madhur and the leader in performing Pujajs Prajnaji, Mangal Prajnaji, in Pratishtha Mahaotshav in
Bhattaraks Charukeertiji, Davendra Siddhachalam. Bhattarak also had a Keertiji, Mrs. Anita Jain, and all very special program and delivered JAINA volunteers who made this lectures to Jains of the USA and
program successful. United Kingdom, at Jain Center of America in New York City. He also Summary visited Jain centers at Chicago,
Overall this year's program Detroit, Orlando and Toronto. was immensely successful. Hard
work and generosity shown by the Dr. N.P Jain & Mrs. Anita Jain: scholars and their hosts can't be
Mrs Anita Jain primed the described in words. Full cooperation JAINA convention and Pratishta from all the centers contributed Mahaotshay by her Manglacharan.. greatly to the success of this pro- Mr. N.P. Jain lectured on non
gram. Help of all the scholars, all violence, aprigraha and anekant the Jain centers, and all the volun
Mr. N.P. Jain and Mrs. Anita Jain teer hosts made it possible to spread traveled together and visited Jain the words of Lord Mahavir in this centers at San Francisco, Cincinnati, part of the world. We want to thank Orlando, Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, all the scholars, all the centers and St. Louis, Chicago, and New York. all the volunteer hosts. With your We hope that Mrs. Anita Jain's cooperation we will be able to melodious voice will encourage our promote Jain philosophy throughout young generation to take on the this continent and hope to do so in singing of bhajans.
the future also.
original pro-lifers, people dedicated to the principle that human conduct must be guided by selfrestraint, compassion and reverence for all forms of life. They are Jains, members of India's oldest and least understood religion.
Traditionally, the world's 10 million Jains have kept their non-violent philosophy to themselves. Now they are ready to share it in hopes of healing a wounded world.
“The planet is on the brink of ecological disaster; the world has become a spiritual slum," said N.P. Jain a prominent Indian scholar and diplomat who was keynote speaker at a Stanford University conference that drew more than 3,500 participants last weekend - the largest Jain gathering held outside India.
"Up to now, Jainism has been confined to the borders of India, but the torch has been lit in the West," Jain told the gathering, which was sponsored by the Jain Association of North America, which claims 40,000 members in United States and Canada.
“We must be interfaith catalysts in the world community," added L.M. Singhvi, an eminent jurist and human rights activist who is India's ambassador to the United Kingdom. "We must promote the science and technology of non-violence. We must engage in peaceful campaigns for ecology and against intolerance. Ours is an ancient belief, but it is also a religion for tomorrow and the day after tomorrow."
Singhvi is author of the "Jain Declaration on Nature," a statement on Jain beliefs and ecology that was presented last October to Britain's Prince Philip,
Sadhvis Yashaji and Subhamji
Sadhvis Yashaji and Subhamji were very generous and kind hearted toward the Jain community of the USA and Canada. They preached the basis of Das Dharm and effects of Adharm (attachment, anger, etc.) They celebrated Paryushan at Jain Center of America at New York City. Kumari Mangalam's melodious voice and Yashaji's and Subhamji's scholarly preaching have touched everybody's heart and soul.
Feedback
Finally, around the end of the year, the scholar visitation committee evaluates the success of each program by talking to various centers and asking each center to fill out a feedback form for each scholar who visited their center. This feedback information is used for updating the JAINA guidelines. restructuring the scholars visitation program, and selecting scholars for the next year's programs.
Pratishtha Mahaotshav
It should be noted the JAINA took great pains and made tremendous effort in scheduling all the scholars visiting North America to help celebrate Pratishtha Mahaotshay at Siddhachalam. Scholars also took great pain to take time out of their busy schedule and
Excerpts from “Healing a Wounded World" by Joan Connell San Jose, Mercury News Religion & Ethics Editor July 13,1991
They consider themselves the world's first ecologists, the
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who heads the Worldwide Fund for Nature. Singhvi's declaration marked Jainism's formal entry in an interfaith effort by Jews. Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus and Bahais to provide a spiritual dimension to the environmental movement.
Jain (pronounced "Jane") philosophy is widely misunderstood in the West, where it has been characterized as a sub-sect of Buddhism or Hinduism. In fact, Jainism predates both religions, with roots reaching to the ninth century B.C. The word Jain means "follower of the Jinas," human teachers who periodically appear throughout history to preach an unchanging message of non-violence, compassion and self-restraint. The most recent of those teachers, Mahavir, was a contemporary of the Buddha and lived in Northern India in about 500 B.C.
Jains worship no deity and seek no converts. They focus instead on the transformation of the individual soul from bondage to bliss through self-discipline, meditation - and above all - the practice of non-violence. Respect for all organisms
In Jain belief, all organisms - from the smallest amoeba to the most highly evolved human - possess a soul that has a right to evolve undisturbed over many lifetimes on its journey to spiritual perfection.
Jains are strict vegetarians who consume neither meat, fish nor eggs. They are ardent pacifists.
A guiding principle is to inflict as little harm as possible. Jains do not wear leather, for
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matic and well-educated city instance and avoid silk because
dweller, Jains tend to be doctors, hundreds of silkworms die to
lawyers, educators, scientist or make the cloth. Women avoid
merchants. Many of the local wearing pearls because they are
Jains attending the Stanford taken from living oysters. Jains
conference were book publishers, generally wear cotton or synthet
engineers and Silicon Valley ics.
entrepreneurs. Jainism is a non-hierarchi
"The honesty of Jain cal religion, whose monks and
business people is legendary. So nuns are considered to play an
is their genius for making a profit equal role with the laymen and and so is their charity," says women who support them. Jains
Giresh Shah. By some estimates, reject the Hindu caste system that
Shah says Jains generate one-half permeates Indian society, and
of India's gross national they insist on equality of the
income and finance one-third of sexes.
its charities for hospitals, kitchens The five vows
to feed the hungry, shelters for The Jain code of conduct
sick and abandoned animals. requires five vows of its adher
"We are well-to-do in part ents:
because we are pragmatists and in * To practice non-violence part because of our philosophy, in thought, word and deed.
which accommodates a multiplic* To seek and speak the
ity of viewpoints," he says. "We truth.
live and let live, always with * To be honest and never
compassion." take anything by force or theft.
Western influence * To practice self-restraint
But living and letting live and chastity.
is not easy in the modern world * To practice non-acquisi
for Jains or anyone else. One of tiveness
the prime concerns expressed at Death with support
the three-day Stanford conference Death is another issue in was how emigrant Jains living in which Jains have a different point
the West pass their heritage on to of view. In the West, death is their children, who have been regarded as an unwelcome experi- born and bred in a culture where ence, but often in Jainism when a vegetarianism must compete with person becomes old or infirm, a McDonald's and taco Bell, where vow to refuse all food and drink is
worth is measured by possession, often taken under the guidance of
and where self-expression is more a monk. In that way death is a
highly valued than self-restraint. willful action undertaken with the
One of the biggest issues is support of the family and the
intermarriage with Non-Jains religious community.
something that parents oppose, Though their numbers are
but that assimilated sons and small in India - less than 2 percent
daughters consider part of their of the total population - Jains
American heritage. wield considerable political,
"Sometimes it's hard. social and economic clout. Prag
You want to go along with what your friends are doing," says 14
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year-old Laju Shah of Hayward. "And a lot of us think our parents should loosen up and allow us to
tapas (self-control).
Jainism prescribes a simple path to happiness, where one must not injure living beings, not be greedy and must try to control one's passions and desires.
Sixth Biennial JAINA Convention was a great success
On July 4, 1991 nearly 3,500 Jains from North America and around the world gathered at the sixth bicentennial JAINA Convention. This was the largest one ever held outside of India.
Some of the pleas to consider Jainism as a way of life, because it is as relevant today as they were 2,500 years ago, were given by High Commissioner, L.M. Singhvi; environmentalist, Michael Tobias; former governor, Jerry Brown; Ambassador, N.P.
bock, TX. Three special awards were presented for contributions to Jainism to Michael Tobias, Padmanabh Jaini and John Cort.
The primary focus of this event was a contemporary theme "Extending Jain Heritage to the Next Generation." The Jain message itself as professed by Vardahaman Mahavir hinges on the basic philosophy of reverence for life (ahimsa), nonpossessiveness (aparigraha) and
The convention brought home the conviction that Jainism is a very unique philosophy of life, a unique religion with a code of conduct, which offers to the world a philosophy which may yet provide a basis for informed and enlightened action on the ecological front.
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adapt on issues like dating. But that kind of thing takes time. I

Jain and UC Berkeley student, Rakesh Bhandari.
Many strategies were suggested, for example, making yearly visits to India, or living in India for extended periods of time to learn what the real culture is like, visiting Jain pilgrimage centers, taking part in local Jain events, going to patshalas and forming youth groups.
The 1991 JAINA award was given to Dr. Prem Gada who established a library of Jain books and audiovisual material in Lub
think that ultimately you can be Jain and be an American, too."
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The youth was a main focal point of this JAINA
convention, with more than 600 youths taking part in the event, representing one of the largest gatherings of Jain youths outside of India. Jain youth leaders were clear about their vision of the future. For them the journey had only begun. They saw the convention as being the start of the quest to secure Jainism for future generations and in doing so they gave assurance that Jainism would not dissolve in the great American melting pot. If Jains all over the world continue to strive to "Extend the Jain Heritage to the Next Generation" in their lives and through their endeavors like the JAINA Convention the future will take care of itself.

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Calendar of Events
M071: Gujarati Jain, vegetarian boy from NJ, 5'11", 140 lbs., bom Aug. 67, M.S. (Engg.), invites responses from professional girls.
November 30, 1991, 9:00 - Bhoomi Pooja ceremony at the Jain Society of Greater Detroit December 29, 1992 to January 11, 1993- World Vegetarian Congress., at Delhi/Madras. July 1993- The Seventh JAINA Convention at the Pittsburgh HinduJain Temple.
4. On receipt of the above, MIS will put the address on the inner envelope and mail it to the candidate. MIS will not be responsible for responses which do not follow the above procedure.
Other individuals who do not register with MIS should draft their own ad for publication in the Jain Digest. Please send your ad along with a check for $15.00. The editor reserves the right to edit the ad for space considerations.
M073: Gujarati vegetarian Jain boy from NJ, 5'6", 130 lbs., born Mar. 67, B.S. (Pharm.), well employed, invites responses from professional girls.
M074: Visiting Kutchi Jain from Dubai, B. Com, 5'6", 165 lbs., bom May 62, in business, invites responses from vegetarian resident/ citizen girls.
Matrimonials
MALE
AM17: Gujarati Jain parents invite correspondence for their civil engineer son aged 24, 5'11" U.S. citizen, from graduate girls 21, 5'4", fair complexion, with Indian cultural values. The Marriage could be fixed either at Chicago or Bombay. Call (708) 966-5564.
M078: Vegetarian Gujarati Jain boy from IL, 5'10", 155 lbs., born May 66, B.S. (Elec. Eng.), invites responses from professional girls.
M081: Hindi speaking vegetarian doctor boy from MO, 5'0", 110 lbs., bom Mar. 65, from family of doctors, invites responses from professional girls.
AM25: Gujarati Jain Parents invite correspondence from cultured, attractive girls 25-30 for handsome, well settled businessman son, 5'9", vegetarian. Call (805) 543-4232.
M083: Jain vegetarian boy from NYC, 5'10", 155 lbs., born April 64, invites responses from suitable girls.
Rules for Matrimonial Advertisements
Please address all matrimonial matters to F.J. Dalal, 9001 Goodluck Rd., Lanham, MD 20806; phone (301) 577-5215. The follow- ing rules may kindly be observed:
Those individuals wishing to register with Marriage Information Services (MIS)
1. MIS has two forms - *Personal Data' and 'Additional Information', which must be filed completely by those who intend to register. The registrant must mail 2 completed forms with a check of $15.00 payable to F.J. Dalal, and enclose a latest photo duly signed by the candidate at the back for MIS filing.
2. MIS will draft an ad for registrants for publishing in Jain Digest. Registrants may want to draft the ad themselves which may not be more that 30 words. MIS reserves the right to edit such ads.
3. All of the responses to MIS ads must be put in a closed, stamped envelope with a return address and the MIS reference number at the bottom left comer. Space for the address of the registrant must be kept blank. This envelope should be put in a bigger envelope with the return address and be mailed to F.J. Dalal.
AM26: Gujarati Jain professional well settled in Toronto, age 26, 5'7", invites correspondence from graduate girls with photo and biodata to: Jayesh Gohel, 25 Point Dr., Mill Pond Acres, Lewes, DE 19958
M085: Gujarati Jain boy from IN, 5'9", 128 lbs., born Mar 63, M.S. (Engg.), employed, on H-1 visa, invites responses from graduate girls.
M007: Gujarati Jain vegetarian parents invite correspondence from educated girls for their son M.D. age 27, 5'7", 160 lbs. Currently doing residency in pediatrics. Call (219) 923-0691
M087: Gujarati vegetarian Jain doctor, 5'9", 145 lbs., born Feb 54, on H-1 visa, never married, invites responses from graduate girls between age 25 and 30. Send photo and biodata to: Gohil, 2107 Kemper Dr., League city, TX 77573.
M065: Gujarati Jain, vegetarian boy, 5'9", bom Nov. 65, attractive, aggressive, optimistic, Electrical Engineer, professionally employed in the largest computer corp., permanent resident, well-connected family, invites responses from graduate girls.
M088 Gujarati vegetarian Jain, 5'7", 130 lbs., born Sep. 66, very well employed, on H-1 visa, M.B.A. (MIS), bright, sharp, invites responses from professional girls.
M090: Gujarati Jain vegetarian issueless divorcee, U.S. citizen from
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Jain Digest wadaj Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. 380013. Phone 482877.
Shah, 1409 Risingwind Ct., Silver Spring, MD 20905. (301) 384-1746.
CA, 5'5", 170 lbs., born Dec. 59, B.Com., doing business, invites responses from compatible graduate girls.
M121: Gujarati vegetarian doctor from CO, 5'11", 160 lbs., born Oct. 59, divorcee, invites responses from suitable girls.
M093: Ambitious Gujarati Jain from business family in India, 5'10", 126 lbs., born July 68., B.E.(Civil), seeks responses from graduate vegetarian girls. Contact Alepsh Shah, Navliwala Bldg., Station Rd., Anand, Gujrat 388001. Phone 25327. M094: Gujarati Jain vegetarian from CA, 5'8", 170 lbs., born Dec. 64, M.S. (Comp. & Elec. Eng.), on H-1 visa, seeks responses from professional girls.
M107: Young Hindi vegetarian businessman from India, 5'10", 154 lbs., bom June 64, M.Com., seeks responses from resident/citizen professional girls. Contact: Rajeev Jain, W2101, Meenakshi Garden, Tilak Nagar, Shivaji Marg, New Delhi 110018, India. Phone: 91-11504966.
M123: Gujarati vegetarian boy from CA, 5'7", 148 lbs., born May 65, M.S. (Chem.Eng.), F-1 visa, seeks responses from resident professional girls.
M109: Handsome young Gujarati vegetarian businessman from CA, 5'8", 140 lbs., born Jan. 65, B. Com. seeks responses from suitable graduate girls.
M125: Gujarati vegetarian boy from NJ, 6'0", 160 lbs., born Aug 65, M.S. (Envir.Eng.), HIB visa, seeks responses from resident professional girls.
M097: Gujarati Jain vegetarian from NY, 5'8", 160 lbs., bom Apr. 46, B.Sc. (1966), M.S. (incomp.), seeks responses from compatible girls.
M111: Kannada vegetarian Jain from CA, 5'11", 160 lbs., born Jan. 59, B.E., H-1 visa, seeks responses from suitable graduate girls.
M100: Gujarati Jain parents invite correspondence from cultured, attractive girl 25-30 for handsome, well settled vegetarian businessman son, 5'9", bom Sep.56. Call (805) 543-4232.
M113: Gujarati vegetarian doctor from Baroda, Gujarrat, India, 5'8", 120 lbs., bom April 68, M.B.B.S., doing internship, seeks responses from resident graduate girls.
: 44 year old, 5'7", Issueless Divorcee from a brief early marriage, Business graduate, practising Business Consultant, Jain Activist with family's involvement in Jain Society for several generations, widely traveled North America and Europe. Strict vegetarian and non-drinker, believing in family values - wishing to share life with a vegetarian lady and willing relocate, invites correspondence with bio-data and returnable recent photographs. Post Box 3585 New Delhi-110024, India.
M102: Gujarati Jain vegetarian from VA, 5'11", 125 lbs., born Dec. 66, B.Com., D.B.M., recently arrived in U.S.A. as immigrant, seeks responses from suitable girls.
M117: Gujarati vegetarian from NJ, 5'6", 165 lbs., bom Nov. 59, in business, seeks responses from suitable girls.
FEMALE:
M103: Gujarati Jain vegetarian from VA, 5'11", 115 lbs., bom Jan. 65, B.Sc and Comp. languages, recently arrived in U.S.A. as immigrant, invites responses from suitable girls.
M118: Well connected Gujarati vegetarian boy from NJ, 6'2", 160 lbs., born Nov.. 64, M.S. (Elec. Engg.), on H-1 visa, seeks responses from resident graduate girls.
AF21: North Indian Jain parents invite correspondence from well settled North America raised professionals for North American raised daughter 28, 5'4", B.Sc Computer Science.
M105: Gujarati vegetarian Jain from Ca, 5'3", 110 lbs., born Sep. 65, M.S. (Comp. Engg.), on F-1 student visa seeks responses from compatible graduate girls.
M119: North Indian parents invite correspondence from professionally oriented girls with blend of East/ West culture for vegetarian, nonsmoking/drinking M.S. (Chem. Eng.), son born Aug 65, expecting green card soon.
AF22: Jain parents invite correspondence for their US bom gentle and intelligent 21 yrs.. daughter, fair complexion, 5'3", B.S. (MIS) from Virginia Tech. Prabhat Jain, 5292 Peregrine Crest, Roanoke, VA, 24014. (703) 989-5059.
M106: Gujarati Jain vegetarian Doctor of Medicine from India, 5'10" 140 lbs., bom May 64, seeks responses from resident/citizen professional girls. Contact: Sanjay Shah, 5 Avenue Park Society, Nawa
M120: Gujarati Jain parents invite responses for handsome graduate engineer son, born Nov. 64, 5'6", 125 lbs., from family loving well educated girls with photo. Contact:
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responses from vegetarian Hindi speaking Jain professionals. Call (604) 321-2929.
AF24: Correspondence invited for 24 year 5'5" Gujarati Jain vegetarian girl, M.D. 6/91, from professional Gujarati boys brought up in USA. Send photo and biodata to: N. Shah, 1438 Share Ave., Ypsilanti, MI 48198.
F067: Correspondence invited for Gujarati Jain sister, born Nov. 64, Doctor of Chiropractic, doing internship, 5'3", attractive, fair and intelligent, from postgraduate professionals. Send biodata with photo to P.O. Box 530974, Miami, FL 33153. (305) 751-7009.
F070: Kannada speaking vegetarian Jain girl from NYC, 5'2", 107 lbs., born Aug 68, MS in Comp. Sc. 6/91, invites responses from vegetarian professionals.
F075: Parents of a 22 year old daughter invite matrimonial correspondence. Presently, she is in her first year of law school in Wash. D.C. She is attractive, slim and brought up in America. Her father is a practicing physician in the Wash. Metro Area.
F076: Kutchi Gujarati sister from CT invites responses for her sister from a reputed family, in Bombay, awaiting her green card, 5'3", 100 lbs., bom Feb. 59, B.Sc, from well settled vegetarian Jains
F077: Gujarati Jain vegetarian divorcee girl from well settled family in NY, 5'3", 110 lbs., bom May 54, B.S. (Chem.) attractive, young
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F079: Gujarati Jain vegetarian girl from CA, 5'0", 106 lbs., born Apr. 62, B.S. (Acctg.), invites responses from settled graduates.
F072: North Indian Jain Girl from NYC, 5'2", 116 lbs., born Nov. 69, from a business family, invites responses from green card holders or M.B.B.S. girl from Ahmedabad, 5'2" citizens.
F086: Doctor sister from NY invites responses from professional resident/ citizens for Gujarati Jain vegetarian
106 lbs., born May 67, from family of doctors.
F080: Vegetarian first year resident doctor girl from Hindi speaking family of MO, 5'3", 105 lbs., bor Sep. 66, Invites responses from professionals.
F082
Gujarati vegetarian divorcee lady with two daughters, from IL, 5'2", 125 lbs., born Aug. 43, M.S. (Econ.), invites responses from compatible well established gentle
men.
F084: Hindi speaking innocent divorcee girl from CA, 5'3" born Jan. 58 B.S., invites responses from professionals.
F089: Gujarati Jain girl from NY, 5'4", 120 lbs, born Aug. 64 B.S. (Bus.), invites responses from vegetarian professional
F091: Hindi speaking Oswal vegetarian Jain girl from M.P., India, 5'4" 106 lbs., born Nov. 67, M.A., doing Ph.D., seeks responses from professionals.
F092: Gujarati vegetarian Jain girl from NC, 5'1", 105 lbs., born Oct. 65, B.S. (Bus. & Acct.), invites responses from professionals.
F096: Brother from NY, invites correspondence for sister, 21, 5'5". 115 lbs., B. Com., will be pursuing

M.B.A., Perm. resident, from vegetarian Kutchi Visa Oswal Jain graduates.
F098: Hindi vegetarian citizen girl from IL, 5'4", 122 lbs., born Aug. 68, B.S., doing M.B.A., working, invites responses from resident professional.
F101: Gujarati vegetarian resident high school graduate girl from DE, 5'3", 110 lbs., born Feb. 65, working, invites responses from suitable candidates.
F104: Gujarati vegetarian girl from CA, 5'5", 118 lbs., born Sept. 61, never married, B.S. (U.K.), working family business, invites responses from settled residents.
F108: Gujarati vegetarian citizen girl from NY, 5'1", 108 lbs., born Aug 65, M.S. (Elec. Engg.) well employed seeks responses from qualified professionals only.
F110: Gujarati vegetarian visitor from CA, 5'6", 105 lbs., bom May 61, B Sc. (Phys.), seeks reponses from settled resident graduates.
F112: Vegetarian first year intern doctor girl from PA, 5'4", 130 lbs., born Sep 67, brought up in USA seeks responses from medical doctors only.
F114: Sister from PA, invites responses from settled professionals for girl well employed in CA, 5'4", 105 lbs., born July 64, M.S. (TV Broadcasting).
F115 Gujarati parents from PA, invite responses from well qualified professionals only, for their vegetarian daughter employed in NYC, 5'5", 110 lbs., born May 65, B.S. (Bus.).
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63, M.B.B.S. (1986), D.Ch. (1990) D.R.C.O.G. (Dip. Royal Coll. of Obst. & Gyn., (1991), invites responses from well settled professionals only. Call: U.K. (081) 940-8588
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: Jain Parents invite correspondence for beautiful daughter, 26 yrs, 5'4". Grew up in USA, speaks.reads and writes Hindi. Vegetarian - please reply: P.O. Box 519, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
: Matrimonial correspondance invited for 46 year old female, proffessonal, Jain, green card holder. Please send biodata with photograph to S. Shah, 2175 Cedar Ave, apt 4 F, Bronx, NY 10468.
F122: Hindi vegetarian citizen girl from PA, 5'3", 115 lbs., born July 67, M.B.A. (Bus.), invites responses from well qualified professionals only.
Paryushan and Daslakshan
F124: Well settled Gujarati vegetarian professional divorcee from CA, 5'0", 90 lbs., bom Jan. 45, M.S. (Physics) invites responses from suitable qualified professional.
F126: Gujarati vegetarian girl from NJ, 5'3", 100 lbs., born June 60, B.Sc (Phys. Ther.) invites responses from settled graduates.
F127: Gujarati vegetarian girl from GA, 5'6", 130 lbs bom July 60, B.Sc (Occ. Ther.) invites responses from settled professionals.
program and deliver VyakhyanMala. There was a youth program every day during the festival.
F128: Gujarati vegetarian girl from NY, 4'10", 95 lbs., bom Oct. 68, B.S. (Engg.) invites responses from professionals only
F129: Hindi vegetarian doctor girl doing residency in Radiation Oncology, from very well settled family in OH, 5'4" born Nov. 64, invites responses from U.S. resident physicians.
The Jain Center of Buffalo conducted most of their ceremony in English. Moushi Jain, who was recognized for outstanding leadership in the Jain Youth activities, at the JAINA convention was recognized before the local community
Paryushan can literally be translated as "coming together from all directions." This symbolizes growth and transformation. The purpose of life according to the Jain teaching is to realize oneself, to experience wholeness, peace and reverence for life.
Jains call the festival of Paryushan the festival of the soul. When we forgive we become one with the light of our soul. Without forgiveness, each of us like a lamp whose inner flame cannot penetrate the fine particles of soot, our light can die away. When we wash away these grains of anger and resentment with forgiveness, the radiant soul within can shine forth it's rays of joy and peace.
The Paryushan and Daslakshan were celebrated allover the country with great enthusiasm The Jain Center of America had Sadhavi Subhamji, Sadhavi Yashaji and Kumari Mangalam to provide their spiritual leadership for the
F130: Gujarati vegetarian girl from NJ, 5'3", 100 lbs., born Oct. 62, B.Sc. (Zoology), invites responses from suitable graduates.
The Jain Center of British Columbia and Seattle jointly celebrated Paryushan and Dashlakshan on September 22, at Seattle. Anand Jain of Vancouver participated in Sidhha Chakra Puja Vidhan held for four days at the Jain temple of Toronto.
Congratulations to Smt Sushila Ben Bhagat for completing eight days of fast
: Jain Parents invite correspondence from U.S. educated physicians for smart, fair, U.S. Citizen, physician (M.D.), doing residency in radiation oncology, 27 years old, 5'3 1/2". Send biodata 9831 Tall Timber, Cincinnati, OH 45241, Phone: (513) 777-1554.
The Jain Center of Central Florida Congratulations to Rita S.

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Parikh of Merit Island, FL for completing 36 Upvas and eight Basna
The Jain Center of Central Ohio celebrated their very first Paryushan ever in Columbus; September 5th-12th. R.K. Jain, a retired IAS officer, and practitioner of Jain principals, from Rajasthan, India was with them during the festival.
The Jain Society of Chicago Seven hundred families participated in the religious festival. The society was blessed with the presence of Samanis Madhu Prajnaji, Mangal Prajnaji and Professor Malookchand Shah all providing wonderfully enlightening discourses on Jainism. Many individuals, including youth did Tapasyas. The youths also participated throughout. 150 youths conducted a Pratikraman in English for the third consecutive year.
The Jain Center of CincinnatiDayton had daily services from September 4th-12th. The Daslakshan was held on September 22nd. The program included bhajans, pravachan by Shree Charukeertiji.
The Jain Community of Pittsburgh celebrated Paryushan which included Snatra-Puja and Swapna ceremony. Discussions were held every night on different topics of
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Jainism including the Kalpastura. On the last day, Samvatsari Pratikraman was performed at the Hindu-Jain Temple.
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The Jain Center of Northern California celebrated between September 5th and 14th. The occasion was blessed by the visit of Muni Shri Roopchandraji Maharaj and Manakji Maharaj giving a variety of discourses throughout the ten days.
Congratulations to Rashmiben Shah, for completing a Varshi Tap (alternate day fasting for one year); Kanchnben Sheth for completing one time eating for the past eighteen months and Meenaben Mehta for completing an eight day fast during Paryushan.
The Jain Center of North Carolina celebrated the festival from August 31st through September 7th. Shree Dhirajlal Panditji visited the center. He explained the complete summary of Jainism. Audio and visual tapes are available upon request.
The Jain Center of Greater Cleveland celebrated the
Paryushan Festival September 5th- ers included Bhattarak Shree
11th. They also celebrated Pratikraman on the 12th and Dashlakshan Snatra Puja on the 22nd.
Charukeertiji, Samani Madhu Prajnaji and Ambassador N.P. Jain, during July and August.
Congratulations to Chetna Fofaria, for fasting sixteen days; Jita Shah, 8 days fasting: Lalit Banker 7 days fasting. The Jain Society of North Texas celebrated Paryushan September 5th-20th. The distinguished speak
The Jain Center of Southern California had Pandit Shree Dhirajlal Mehta from India for the festival: September 5th through the 12th. He delivered Kalpastura Vachan and other Pravachanas. A

number of young children did Tapasya.
The Jain Center of Greater St. Louis celebrated the festival for eight days, September 5th-12th, under the spiritual guidance of Bhattarak Charukeertiji of Moodbidri. He preached the teachings of Mahavir, the Tatvaarthsutra and the five principles of Jainism.
The Jain Society of Toronto had daily pratikraman at the center followed by religious discourses given by Professor Dhirendra Fielia from the University of Bombay. The Tapasvi Bahuman was performed on Sunday September 15th followed by a Swamivatsalya Bhojan donated by Smita and Anil Vora. There were numerous Tapasyas ranging from Akasna to nine upvas.
Congratulations to Smita Anil Vora and Kishori Ashwin Vora on nine day fasts; Smita Vinod Pansar, Smita Milan Shah, Pallavi Lalit Mehta and Pushpaben Hirabhai Patel on eight days of fasting.
Tulsa Jain Sangh also celebrated the Paryushan festival. Congratu lations to Rasilaben Patel for 8 days of Upvas and to others who did other tapasyas.
The Jain Society of Metropolitain Washington were very pleased to have Shree Kiranbhai Parekh, from India during their festival. Shree Kiranbhai has in-depth knowledge of Jainism and was an excellent orator. The celebrations began September 5th and ended the 13th.

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Letters to The Editor
Youth exchanges may prove helpful
Dear Editor:
A youth exchange program is a very good way for Jains to unite and share. We have so much to learn from each other. It is a way of showing young people what it means to be Jain. It does not need to be conducted internationally, as the youth exchange last July. In fact, since North America is so vast, there is a large scope for a successful youth exchange. There are Jain centers in most areas and can,
through working together, coordinate a two week program. If these are well conducted, we need not worry about the future of the Jain community. It will be in safe hands.
Atul Shah London, UK
Digest sparks matrimonial bonds
Dear Editor:
I am very pleased to inform you that marriage of my youngest son Mukesh Kumar Jain M.D. with Rachana Jain M.D. daughter of Vijinder Kumar and Rekha Jain of Staten Island, NY., was celebrated recently.
I would like to acknowledge that this was made possible by the Jain Digest. The response to this ad was beyond my expectation. There were about thirty parents who responded to our matrimonial ad. I think that the Jain Digest is doing a service as a source of information to the whole Jain community residing
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abroad and especially in the United States.
As this magazine is doing an excellent service, I would like to encourage everyone to fully support its various endeavors.
Vidya Sagar and Kamla Jain Williamville, NY
JAINA Convention: a colorful gathering
Dear Editor:
As America prepared for a night of Independence Day firecrackers, the Jain Center of Northern California launched a colorful, Sixth Bicentennial JAINA Convention at Stanford University. The three day celebration began on July 4, 1991 and lasted until July 6th. Revolving around the theme: "Extending Jain
Heritage to the Next Generation," the program included a spectrum of
events.
Controversial panel discussions between youth, adults, and the audience instigated question and sparked discourse.
These discussions dealt directly with the Western World and generation conflicts. The convention focussed on the Jain youth, the agenda overflowed with activities for the young Jains. Although different people will mark different sections as the high points, most agree that woven through the three days was a spirit of discourse and direction.
Ushma Shah
The convention was a landmark for Jains
Dear Editor:
their tremendous effort and dedication.
This was a landmark event for all Jains. A broad participation from all over the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, India and elsewhere, made it a milestone. The convention recognized that we all want to be together as a community. Jains are volunteers, hence, we need to get involved in any or as many organizations that will perpetuate the Jain values among ourselves and others. This would also mean
giving something back to our newly adopted community while fulfilling the sense of duty.
Padam S. Dhakad Vienna, Va 22181
Youths grow from convention experience
Dear Editor:
I along with many other youths were fortunate to be able to go to the JAINA Convention. There were many things at the convention that I liked. One of the most important things was that there were a lot of youths in attendance and many youth activities. Most of these activities were organized by youths. The youths were also very active throughout the entire convention. Lastly, the fact that it was held at Stanford University, a beautiful campus also added to the convention.
Sumeet Jain Buffalo, NY
Give freely, with a
Like thousands of Jains we
also attended the JAINA Convention. kind heart
First, the Jain Center of Northern California deserves a standing ovation for a job well done. We would like to express our deep sense of gratitude and thankfulness for

Dear Editor:
Politics have never been the exclusive province for presidents,

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governors, mayors, lawyers, etc.. Politics have been the base of our philosophy, the guiding light of our souls. The Federation of the Jain Associations in North America has flourished with a taste of success and has grown into an impending power. It has become the last piece to the puzzle which shall one day unite all Jains. Jainism, though opinionated, has become one of the purest and compassionate religions through preaching of non-violence. One may say that Jains are timid and shy, the truth is that Jains are full of kind hearts. Our Lord Mahavir has taught us the value of life which many tend to never understand.
Politics, that one word which humans will always involve themselves in. Throughout the United States one sees a candidate slander another just for a job and some recognition. Is this right? Are we just hungry wolves waiting to become famous? JAINA is a proud organization which is of great standing, yet, as always, some politics exist. One's efforts should come from the heart not through force or some other reason. Though I know JAINA will ensue to an apex, would simply and earnestly appeal to all to give from the heart. We must all give freely and try to eliminate the biases that exist. Steve Jain Athens, OH
Youth Column
Young Jains of America
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two coordinators for each region. These regions are MIDWEST: Chicago, Louisville (KY), Lansing, Detroit, Minnesota, St. Louis, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Central Ohio, Toledo, Milwaukee, and Pittsburgh (coordinators -Amar Salgia (217) 223-7735 and Rajeev Shah (314) 227-6144). NORTH ATLANTIC: Connecticut, Boston, Cherry Hill (NJ), Berlin (NJ), Essex Fells (NJ), Long Island (NY), Elmhurst (NY), Allentown (PA), Harrisburg (PA), Washington. (coordinators -Sarita Gandhi (617) 324-0393 and Raj Shah (201) 7312821). NORTHEAST: Albany, Buffalo, Grand Island (NY), Elmira (NY), Rochester, Syracuse, Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal (coordinators - Sumeet Jain (716) 688-0104 and Kulin Mehta (416) 626-1227). SOUTH: Southern Louisiana, Tulsa, North Texas, Houston, Lubbock (TX) (coordinators - Ashish Vaidya (713) 498-8416 and Zubin Mehta (214) 490-7829). SOUTHEAST: Charlotte, Gamer (NC), Greenville (SC), Huntsville (AL), Atlanta, Daytona Beach, Fort Meyers, Orlando, Southern Florida, Germantown (TN). (coordinators - Nirav Shah (919) 933-2823 and Sanjay Parekh (404) 955-7337.
WEST: Phoenix, Southern California, San Diego, Northern California, Alberta, British Columbia, Los Angeles. (coordinators -Suketu Kandhar (714) 894-2930 and Tushar shah (408) 281-1688.
By Dr. Urmila Talsania
Young Jains of America is a sociocultural organization under the umbrella of the Federation of the JAINA to give young Jains the opportunity for leadership and responsibility, for the purpose of better communication and co-ordination. It is divided into six regions with

JAIN YOUTH EXCHANGE by Atul Shah, London UK
Young people are increasingly moving away from religion. In order to encourage them, a special youth exchange was organized for the first time, involving youths from the United Kingdom and the United States and Canada.

Last July, Jains in North America were the host to nineteen youths from the UK Jain community who visited New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington Buffalo, Toronto and of course the JAINA convention at Stanford University. At each city, the local youths collected them from the airports, took them to their homes, and went sightseeing with them. In addition, the UK youths had prepared a variety show comprising two plays, dances and slide show depicting Jains in the UK and the youth activities. This was presented at all the Jain centers. Furthermore, the youths also launched their first publication entitled "Experiments with Jainism", a set of techniques of putting ancient Jain principles into practice in the western world.
JUST SAY NO
by Nealesh Dhiraj Shah 135 Morningside Dr. Grand Island, NY 14072
Youth receiving Awards at Convention

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Now here's a message for all you people sittin' down.
It's about a disease that's spreadin' through our town.
It ain't a sickness, but it's just as bad.
It frustrates us all, and it makes me mad.
It's spreadin' very quickly through our great nation.
It follows us everywhere, even on vacation.
Now how many kids die of drugs each year?
DRUGS is the topic that I'm talkin' about.
That's a figure that I just don't know. "JUST SAY NO" are the words you And when asked that question, "JUST I wish they'd get their brains in gear. gotta shout.
SAY NO".
So as you take a walk, someone asks Now God gave us this body, and he if you want cocaine?
meant us to use it.
Answer without hesitation that you ain't insane.
So don't take steroids and don't abuse
it.
'Cause when you're asked that question, use your head. 'Cause if you don't you'll soon be dead.
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A Case Study of the Jains Mr. Sivaram Srikandath, Assistant Director of Memorial Auditorium, Ohio University is working on his Ph.D. dissertation Ohio University, on the topic entitled Communication and Cultural Identity in the Diasporas: A Case Study of the
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Asha Jaini died in a tragic accident in July of 1991. Asha's parents immigrated to the United States from their native India and settled in California. Asha graduated from the University of California at Berkeley in 1980 with a degree in social welfare and went on to earn a law degree from Ameri

Crack, Marijuana or cocaine; doesn't matter what type. None of them do you any good, so
Jains in North America. You should
be receiving a questionnaire which he may need for his work. Please look for it and give your time to return it.
Curriculum outlines on Pathshala are finished by Dr. Prem Gada
Asha will never be forgotten
Malook Chand R. Shah and R.K.
can University in 1984. Asha chose a life dedicated to public service, to express her concern for people and issues of social justice by working for the welfare of those less fortu
nate.
Asha Jaini was 32 years of age. she was a gifted, talented person. We will miss her greatly. Our hearts go out to her family and loved ones.
Dana
aut

Youths from
UK
at
Conventio
don't listen to the hype.
The hype you hear in the streets, the word from your peers
for your ears. If the word includes drugs, it ain't fit
So I want you all to get your facts straight.
Drugs are illegal in each and every state.
So come on everybody and listen to my plea,
When walkin' through the streets just stay drug free!
Jain have finished the curriculum
outlines for Jain Pathshala. This will be presented during the forthcoming seminar for teachers in Jainism in New York. The seminar will take place on December 21-22, 1991. Those who are interested in teaching please contact Dr. Prem Gada (806) 794-4777, Dr. Niranjan Shah (708) 635-7780, or Dr. Urmila Talsania (708) 969-8845.

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-Jain Digest Dear Jain Digest Reader,
It is our intention to expand the Jain Digest in every way...including advertising support.
The Jain Digest serves thousands of Jain families and is an outstanding medium for the Jain community. It is also an excellent source of advertising for businesses and service companies.
We need your support both in the form of donation and volunteer help in making JAINA activities succeed. With your help we will keep moving forward
Please make your tax deductible check payable to the Federation of JAINA. All of your donations to JAINA/Jain Digests/JAINA Library or other projects are used 100% for these projects. No portion of your donation is used for the salary, renumeration, food or travel expenses, etc. of any of the committee members. All work is voluntary.
Sulekh C Jain President of JAINA
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Surender K Jain Editor-in-chief Jain Digest
Patron members Kasturi L. Jain of Everett, Washington Surendra M. and Sneh Jain of Bluefield, VA Bipin N. and Lindi Doshi of Mishawaka, IN Ram and Neen Gada of Brighten, MN Mahendra K and Vina Khandhar of Cypress, CA Anant T. Koradia of Southfield, MI Dinesh J. Sheth of Crystal Lane, IL N.G. and Asha Parikh of Rowland Heights, CA Mahesh N. and Rohini Kinkhabwala of NY, NY Sharadkumar S. and Ketki Shah of Paramus, NJ S.K. Jain of Windsor, Ontario Mahavir N. and Padma Shah of Paintsville, KY Subash C. Jain of Storrs, CT Mulraj Gala and Sarla Gala, Hopewell Junction NY Nayan and Hira Shah of Burnaby B.C. Jyotsna Thakkar of Irvine, CA Hasendra and B.H. Shah of Cerritos, CA Bharat and Kokila Shah of Jericho, NY Harendra and Bina Shah of Cerritos, CA Narendra and Usha Shah of Danbury, CT
Other members Dilip C. and Hemlata Jain of Americus, GA Hemant B. and Madhuri Gala of Wheeling, IL Bharat M. and Sudha Kothari of Eden Prairie, MN Rina Chinai of Astoria, NY Shri Pal and Kusum Mehta of Taunton, MA Anil and Hemlata Shah of Jackson Heights, NY Kamlesh A. and Pratibha Shah of Colonial Hieights, VA Shanti J. Bhutani of Alexandria, VA Mrs. B. Karia of Mississauga, Ontario J.C. Yagalla of New York, NY Ramesh A. and Pratibha Shah of Colonial Heights, VA Mahendrakuman and Sarojben Shah of Centreville, VA Chimanial Shah of Monticello, NY Kushal and Man Jain of Roswell, GA Pratap and Illa Dand of Hurst, TX Arvind N. and Malika Shah of Danburg, CT Praful and Renu Shah of Kendall ParkNH D. Shwin and Madia Nirupama of Bristol, IN Dilip C. and Hemlata Jain of Americus, GA Ramesh Shah and Snehlorta Shah of Glen Oaks, NY Praful and Kokila Doshi of Poway, CA Pratap and Mahendra Nahata of Sandy Hook,CT Dipika Shah of Richfield, OH Mr. and Mrs. Sona Urmish Mehta, Columbus OH
JAINA Convention 1991 - Video Tape Order Form
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Name: Address: City:
State: ZIP:
Country: Phone: Home:
Office: Single Tape:
$20/Tape (for USA & Canada- NTSC) 540/Tape (for elsewhere. PAL) Ful set (17 tapes):
$255/set (for USA & Canada- NTSC); $510/set (for elsewhere. PAL).
Donation Quantity Total Price
NTSC/PAL Overview (Two Hour Summary) of
$ 20/ 40 the Convention
(One Tape) July 4 Cultural Program (One Tape) $ 20/ 40 July 5 Cultural Program (One Tape) $ 20/ 40 July 6 Musical(Anita Jain/Arvind Joshi-1 Tape) $ 20/40 July 3 Reception
(One Tape) $20/ 40 July 4 Conference Programs (Three Tapes) $ 60/120 July 5 Conference Programs (Five Tapes) $100/200 July 6 Conference Programs (Four Tapes) $80/160 Full Set (17 Tapes)
$255/510
Total Amount Please make check payable to: Jain Center of Northern California Tax ld 94-2778859. Mail check to: J. B. Shah, 1840 Trudean Way, San Jose, CA 95132, Tel. 408-729-7916
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