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Jainism in a Global Perspective
Nation - "No religion of the world has explained the principle of Ahimsā as deeply and systematically as discussed with its applicability in life in Jainism. As and when this benevolent principle of Ahimsăwill be sought for practice by the people of the world to achieve their ends of life in this world and beyond, Jainism is sure to have the uppermost status and Bhagavāna Mahāvira is sure to be respected as the greatest authority on Ahiṁsā. If anybody developed the doctrine of non-violece, it was Lord Mahāvīra, think over it and transiate in into action."
Conclusion
In my talk I have very briefly touched upon how the different doctrines of Jainism contribute to a stable society. Unless religious faith and moral idealism have their effect naturally on human minds, there can be no safety to the society nor scope for preservation of the freedom of man.
In the modern world, the search for relevance of the validity of religious doctrines cannot be left only to the religion professionals, but scientists, philosophers, humanists, sociologists etc., have to collaborate with them by providing an intellectual consent and background to the understanding of the logical doctrines and to the practice of ethical codes in the regulation of individual, national and international relationships. The principles of non-violence, love of truth, absence of greed, self control, avoidence of undue attachment form a practical code of conduct for individuals as well as social groups.
The ethical and spiritual values of Jainism are scientifically valid and would continue to hold good for ages to come. Lord Mahāvīra said.
uvasmeņa hana kohaṁ māņaṁ madhyavavā Jine māyamajjava bhāveņaṁ lohaṁ santosao Jine.
-- Daśavaikālika Sūtra, 8/38. Conquer your anger not by anger, but by forgiveness. Conquer your pride not by pride, but by politness or modesty. Conquer your hypocrisy not by hyprocrisy, but by mode of modesty. Conquer your greed not by greed, but by own satisfaction.
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