$JES 103 Jain Alphabet Book Level 1 Book

Author(s): JAINA Education Committee
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee

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J is for Jai-Jinendra
Jai-Jinendra means "Praise To The Jina."
"Jai Jinendra" helps us honor the virtues of our Tirthankar* or Jina. Jai Jinendra means, "May the religion established by the Jina prevail in our hearts". As we greet others we say, "Jai Jinendra" because we see the image of a Jina, conqueror of all inner enemies, in them. Recognizing this, we bow with respect to their Soul as every Soul is capable of becoming a Jina. When we see others in this light, we are more respectful and our behavior towards them changes. Our anger and ego dissolves immediately and we refrain from deceitful behavior. Every morning when we awake and every night before we go to bed, we should respectfully say, "Jai Jinendra" to our parents, sisters, brothers, and grandparents. We should say, "Jai Jinendra" to any guests who visit our home. We should also say, "Jai Jinendra" to our teachers, other students at Jain Päthashälä**, and other Jains whom we may see at the Jain Center, Temple, Upäshray or any other place. We should greet our friends with "Jai Jinendra" when we talk on the telephone. In the picture, the boy is respectfully saying "Jai Jinendra" to his parents. Remember; always greet others by saying "Jai Jinendra".
* Those who have established the Jain Religion order Note: J is also for Justice and Jina Look for **Pathshala under P
J IS FOR JAI-JINENDRA
JAIN ALPHABET BOOK
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