Book Title: English Pratikraman Introduction and Ritual together for English Speaking Jains
Author(s): Mayur and Rita Lodaya (Speaker)
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee
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IMPORTANCE OF RITUAL
Articles - To Understand Pratikraman Ritual
A. - Importance of Proper Performance of a Ritual B. - Paryushan and Das Lakshana Parva C. - English Pratikraman - Observance of Self-Reflection
ESSENCE OF JAINISM
Non-violence ("Ahimsa)
Respect for the life of all beings leading to compassionate living and selfless service
Non-absolutism (Anekantvad)
Respect for the views of others leading to mutual understanding and peaceful co-existsnce
Non-possessiveness (parigraha)
Respect for the environment leading to voluntary limits on desires and ethical living
ENGLISH PRATIKRAMAN
