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MY FAMILY
Lesson 6 - My Family
I say "Jai Jinendra" to my
parents, brothers, and sisters Jai Jinendra when I first see them in the
morning to respect them. I bow down to my parents and
grandparents for their blessings and love. I also say "Jai Jinendra" to everyone in the family before I go to sleep.
My parents taught me to pray and meditate. I say my prayers every morning and night remembering the good qualities of the Tirthankars. I want to be just like Mahävir Bhagawan and the other Tirthankars.
My parents taught me a lot about Jain religion. They told me to respect all living beings. I am kind to animals and plants because they are full of life just like me. I do not hurt or kill them. I eat only vegetarian foods and do not eat meat, seafood or eggs. I try not to eat dairy products as much as possible too.
My mom and dad cook yummy vegetarian meals every day. My parents make sure
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