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The basic problems of present society are mental tensions, violence and the conflicts of ideologies and faiths. Jainism has tried to solve these problems of mankind through the three basic tenets of non-attachment (Aprigraha), non-violence (Ahimsa) and non-absolutism (Anekanta). If mankind observes these three principals, peace and harmony can certainly be established in the world.
At last I would like to conclude my paper by quoting a beautiful
verse of religious tolerence of Acharya Amitagati -
Sattvesu maitrim gunisa pramodam klistesu Jivesa Krapapartvam
Madhyasthyabhavam Viparita Vrattan Sada mamatma Vidhadhatudeva.
Oh Lord, I should be friendly to all the creatures of world and feel delight in meeting the virtuous people. I should always be helpful to those who are in miserable conditions and tolerant to my opponents."
Prof. Sagarmal Jain, Director, P.V. Research Institute, Varanasi - 221 005.
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