Book Title: JAINA Convention 2007 07 Edison NJ
Author(s): Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA

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________________ It is high time that the intellectual people wake up to their responsibilities, and courageously take up the crusade for bringing peace in society. It has been said that a lie, if repeated several times, appears to be true. If this is so, then why is not truth repeated several times. If nothing else, at least it will prevent untruthful thoughts from taking birth. We have to remember always that those small misunderstandings are the cause for major conflicts in society I will like to sum up with the thought that it is imperative that we believe in peace, truth, love, goodwill and service to humanity. Unless these virtues are recognized and nurtured, it is not possible to achieve peace in any part of the world. So my wise men, please wake up and perform your duty to the society. Never let the evil elements score a victory over you. Lead the society with your wise thoughts and unbiased position, to create long lasting peace.<> Geeta, the famous religious book of Hindus, is also a recording of the speech of Shri Krishna. Arjuna, his disciple, suddenly developed cold feet in a battle and started asking a series of questions. Sri Krishna gave a discourse that led to a proper understanding of the situation. This discourse is over 5,000 years old, yet so contemporary as it answers the rational thoughts for conflict resolution. SUS SDSSON A HARTA NECESS Photograph by Thomas Dix 14th Biennial JAINA convention 2007 50 PEACE THROUGH DIALOGUE Jain Education Intemational For Private & Personal Use Only www.jainelibrary.org

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