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Facts and Figures about JAIN SWETAMBER TERAPANTHI
DIKSHA. 1. Diksha according to the Jain Sastras is an important religious ceremony for those whose object is the uplift of the soul and emancipation from all worldly bondages, i.e., Mukti ( Liberation ). Every human being wants the greatest happiness and contentment and it is the development of character which alone can give the desired happiness but which no amount of earthly riches can give.
2, Jain Philosophy gives in detail the ways and means for the development of character. The stage of a Sadhu in human life is considered by Jains as the highest and noblest stage where utmost development of character is possible.
Diksha is nothing more than a vow to enter a school of Thought and Action which leads to
development of High Morals and Spiritual PoShree Sudharmaswami Gyanbhandar-Umara, Surat www.umaragyanbhandar.com
