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BLESSINGS
Jainism is a religion which gives us inspiration and advice for a better lifestyle. It is a religion which shows the path of purity and peace to all. The principles of Jains religion help us in understanding all facets of our life and to make proper use of the available opportunities for further enlightenment. For the benefit of English medium students, in accordance with my feelings, "ABC of Jainism" was compiled by Shri S.L. Jain. The text of this book is revised to meet the requirement of students. I feet that revised edition may be even more useful. The efforts made in complication of this revised edition would be fully rewarded if the students take full advantage of this work and learn the art of better living. My blessing to the writer and all those who get benefit from it.
Muni Kshamasagar
PREFACE Jainism is a very simple and practical religion. Jaina religion gives us scientific and rational solutions for out life problems; by which we could improver our life style. Principles of Jaina religion are universal and eternal. Jainism shows us the path of purity and peace. For easy understanding of these principals, "ABC of Jainism" was compiled in the year 1998 is appreciated by English medium students both in India and abroad. Reverend Munishri has been explaining the fundamentals of Jainism on the basis of this book to the students during his stay at various place. During his discourses, Munishri felt the necessity of adding some matter to make it more useful. Accordingly, the text of the book is now completely revised under his guidance. I trust that the revised edition would now be more useful for students desirous o know the basic fundamentals of Jainism. Munishri has devoted several hours in giving final shape to this revised edition. This reflects his deep concern and compassion towards new generation. On my persistent requests, Munishri has very kindly agreed to give his "Blessings" to this revised edition. I am extremely grateful to him for this kindness. I cam only pray that I shall continue to get his blessings in future as well. In compilation of this edition, I have taken help form several books both in Hindi and English. I am grateful to all authors and their publishers. I expect all students, to take full advantage of this book and inform me of their vish so that this book could be further made more useful. I am thankful to the "Maitree Samooh" for cooperation. I am also thankful to Jaipur Printers Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur for graceful printing MAHAVEER JAYANTI
S.L. JAIN 15 th April, 2003
