JAINA Convention 2001 07 Chicago IL

Author(s): Jain Society of Metropolitian Chicago
Publisher: USA Jain Center Chicago IL

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72. Yamini Mehta from Christie will present Jain artifact in a slide show to explain the artistic values hidden
in ancient art-works and paintings. She will appraise your collection if you bring it to the convention.
| The Aesthetics of Renunciation: Jain Arts in Western Collections by Christie
Hyatt - The Forum
Fri - Sat
1:30 to 2:30 PM
73. Jonathan Michael received his B. S. degree from Miami University (Ohio) and awarded J. D. degree from
the University of Miami (Florida), cum laude, and received a LL.M. (Masters of Law) degree in taxation from New York University School of Law. Charitable giving will cover Estate Planning, Estate Succession, Probate Administration, Trust Administration, Dynasty Trusts, Gift Trusts etc.
Charitable Giving
Hyatt - Florence
Fri
2:30 to 3:30 PM
74. Eric Matlin is a graduate of DePaul University and The John Marshall Law School. Eric was admitted to
practice law in 1978 and has written estate plan for over 1000 families. Eric is vice president, Director and Founding member of the Greater North Shore Estate Planning Council, which provide continuing education services for lawyers, CPAs, financial planners and other estate planning professionals. This will be interesting for all who want to develop a Trust or Estate planing which can benefit you now by saving taxes and benefit religious organizations afterwards.
Will, Trust & Estate Planning
Hyatt - Continental A-B
Sat
1:30 to 2:20 PM
MORNING ACTIVITIES
75. Dr. Chandrakant Shah is a Pediatrician with keen interest in Eastern philosophy and meditation. He has
contributed several articles to Jain Study Circular since 1987. He has practiced Zen and Vipassana meditation in last nine years. He conducts monthly sessions on meditation and Jain philosophy at Chicago Jain temple. Dr. Shah will offer meditation classes with different coverage for each of the three days.
Meditation
Hyatt - Continental A-B
Fri - Sat - Sun
7:00 to 8:00 AM
This first lesson will cover Introduction to meditation, Mindfulness and concentration, Benefits of meditation, Mindfulness meditation technique & Practice of meditation. Second lesson will cover Meditation in Jain religion, Karma theory and meditation, Mindfulness meditation technique & Practice of meditation. Third lesson will cover Astanga Yoga of Patanjali, Rinzai and Soto Zen, Different types of Vipassana meditation & Practice of meditation.
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76. Morning Meditation in Hindi by Samaniji (11) will be conducted three times.
Preksha-meditation
Hyatt - Eastern A-B
Fri - Sat - Sun
7:00 to 8:00 AM
77. Pramodaben Chitrabhanu developed an interest in the philosophy of Jainism from her early childhood.
After majoring in psychology she dedicated her time to practicing meditation and studying the Jain Dharma in depth. Her interest in the philosophy gave a direction to her life thus enriching her vision, knowledge and practice. She now teaches and lectures at various places sharing her insights about the philosophy and the art of living. She is the President of the Jain International Meditation Center in Mumbai and on the Board of Directors for PETA, India.
Meditation for Women
Hyatt - Delta A-B
Fri - Sat - Sun
7:00 to 8:00 AM
28. Hersh Khetarpal is the director of Yog Sadhan Ashram in Bartlett, IL. Hersh has learned and practiced Yoga
since her childhood. She was born in a Yoga Ashram in India and was brought up in a yogic environment under the care and teachings of her father and Satguru Yogeshwar Chaman L. Kapur. Throughout her life she has participated and directed hundreds of Yoga classes, sessions and seminars. She has and continues to travel to India to participate in twice annual Yoga Workshops led by her Satguru. These workshops have enhanced her experience as a leader speaker and communicator with the masses. Her Satguru, a supreme commander and practitioner and teacher of Yoga for the last 70 years has carefully coached her to learn and deliver Yoga education in the most authentic manner as prescribed by our Rishis (yogi saints) and ancient scriptures. Her mission in life is to live, learn and spread true Yoga to as many people, communities and groups as possible. She
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