JAINA Convention 2001 07 Chicago IL

SR No.: 527523
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Jain Society of Metropolitian Chicago
Publisher: USA Jain Center Chicago IL
Publication Year: 2001
Total Pages: 56
Language: English
Classification: Magazine, USA_Convention JAINA, & USA
File Size: 6 MB

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Jainism is a special religion even though the number of its followers is small. The Internet can be a great equalizer. How can it be used for? - Communication among Jains- as a library as a virtual temple or Tirthareaching non-Jains, etc? I will mention about some of the web resources on Jainism and suggestions to those who want to build new websites or upgrade existing one. Also significant limitations of the Internet and the new problems created by the net
Contribution of Jain Poets
Hyatt Rosemont Ballroom A-B
Sat
2:30 to 3:30 PM
The Jains have contributed significantly to the Indian culture in many ways. An overview of the Jain poets in Hindi from 11th century to modern times, and a look at some very popular Jain prayers
44. Mr. Chandrakant Mehta conducts Swadhyay for Jains in North Jersey. He has given lectures at various
centers in USA. He explains the concepts of Jainism using practical illustrations and emphasizes its application in our daily life. He has made videocassette on "Science of Samayik".
Atma Nu Swaroop (Gujarati)
Hyatt Rosemont Ballroom C
Fri
4:30 to 5:30 PM
There are many different opinions regarding "Atma - Soul". Its creation, cause, reason, and motive. Some believe that it is a creation of five subtle matters, the earth, water, fire, air and space. When a person dies (these five things) the soul disintegrates itself. Some believe that the soul is permanent without any change. What is visible all around us is nothing but illusions. Some believe that all actions, deeds are according to God's wishes and desires, while some believe only in destiny. A vast multitude of people believes God as a creator. He has created everything. Our discussion will focus on; does Jainism believe in God? What are the attributes of pure soul? How these attributes impact our daily lives? What should we do to achieve these attributes?
Samayik Ni Sadhana(Gujarati)
Hyatt Rosemont Ballroom C
Sat
4:30 to 5:30 PM
Samayik is composed of two words "sam" + "Aayik". Sam means Samta and Aayik means "labh". Performing this ritual on a regular basis one takes charge of himself. There are different types of Samayik. The talk will focus on the following: 1. Traditional and spiritual meaning of Samayik 2. Spiritual meaning of "Muhapatti - Pratilehkhana" 3. Significance of each item used in Samayik 4. How can Samayik benefit us in soul searching and Sadhna? The whole process will be explained by giving different illustrations
45. Panditji Dheerajlal Mehta joined the Jain School at the age of thirteen and studied Jain scriptures for
eight years. He later taught as a regular teacher, teaching Jain monks and nuns at the Jain School. He has mastered the Jain Philosophy, and the Science of Philosophy, and even Jain lay persons attend his classes, He is well respected among even Sadhus and Sadhvijis. He has visited North America quite often and his lectures are taped for serious study by many. He has also written a few books on the commentaries on Jain Shastras and a glossary book of Jain terms.
Hyatt Rosemont Ballroom C
Fri
1:30 to 2:30 PM
Understanding of Jain religion from Absolute and Practical Views (Gujarati) Jain concept of Anekantvad (Gujarati)
Hyatt Rosemont Ballroom C
Sat
1:30 to 2:30 PM
46. Shantilal Muttha is a well-known social worker in India. He is president of Bharatiya Jain Sanghatana of
Poona. His activities are multifold. Examples of his excellent work are (1) During Latur earthquake, his adoption of 1500 orphans (2) He arranged 'Samuh Marriages' for thousands of couples. Recently during Gujarat earthquake, he built 600 schools and handed over to Prime Minister Vajpayee on June 3, 2001. He has been awarded: (1) Diwaliben M. Mehta award (2) "JAIN RATNA" award by prime minister Vajpayee on April 8, 2001.
Post Earthquake Operation
Hyatt Continental A-B
Sat
2:30 to 3:30 PM
47. Dr. Shailendra C. Palvia is Professor and Director of Management Information Systems at the Long
Island University, New York (USA). His research work has been published in several refereed journals, conference proceedings, and books. He is the co-editor of three books in IT Management area. He has been an invited speaker to Boston (USA), Stuttgart (Germany), Singapore, Bombay (India), Bangalore (India), and Anand (India). He reads, ponders, reflects, thinks, and discusses Jain religion philosophy, principles, and practices. He will participate in panel discussion - Are we steering in the right direction (61).
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