$JES 203 First Step of Jainism Level 2 Book

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

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Do's AND Don't
28 Dos and Don'ts
DOS
DON'Ts
1 Recite the Navakär Mantra daily. 2 Respect your parents, teachers, and
elders. 3 Be kind to other people as well as to all
animals, insects and plants. 4 Be polite. Always remember 'please'
and thank you'. 5 Have courage to accept your own
mistakes and say 'I am sorry'. 6 Be tolerant and forgiving to others. 7 Share your toys and books with your
friends. 8 Be honest and truthful with yourself
and with others. 9 Give generously without any
expectation. 10 Be willing to help others in every way
you can 11 Believe in yourself and your ability to
reach greatness. 12 Go to Päthashälä on a regular basis
and learn how Jainism can help you become a better person.
1 Do not hurt humans, animals, plants, or
insects. 2 Do not lie, cheat or steal. 3 Do not use foul language or be
disrespectful. 4 Do not get angry. Do not shout or
scream at anyone. 5 Do not gossip or criticize others behind
their back. 6 Do not look down upon others. Do not
tease or make fun of others. 7 Do not judge people. 8 Do not blame others when things do
not go your way. 9 Do not be greedy. Be thankful for
what you have. 10 Do not miss an opportunity to help
others. 11 Do not take anything without
permission. 12 Do not be afraid to ask questions
respectfully to your teachers or elders.
THE FIRST STEP OF JAINISM
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