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We call upon all political leaders to keep a spiritual perspective when making decisions. All leaders must recognize the consequences of their actions for the coming generations. We call upon our educators to motivate the people towards harmony with nature and peaceful coexistence with all living beings. Our youth and children must be prepared to assume their responsibilities as citizens of tomorrow's world. We call upon our brothers and sister around the world to recognize and curtail the impulses of greed, consumerism and disregard of natural laws.
Our survival depends on developing virtues of simple living and sufficiency, love and compassion with wisdom. We stress the importance of respecting all spiritual and cultural traditions. We stand for preservation of the habitats and life style of indigenous people and urge restraint from disrupting their communication with nature.
The World Community must act speedily with vision and resolution to preserve the Earth, Nature and humanity from disaster. The time to act is now, now or never.
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Ahimsa: The Ultimate Winner * Jain Education International
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