JAINA Convention 2007 07 NJ Edison Program Guide

Author(s): Federation of JAINA
Publisher: USA Federation of JAINA

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Synopsis of Topics by Spiritual Leaders / Speakers
ABHAYKUMAR JAIN Journey of the Soul Each and every soul who has not attained Moksh is wandering and will wander in the cycle of birth and death. This wandering can be in any of the four Gatis, like Manushya (Humans), Tiryanch ( Plants & Animals), Swarg (Heaven beings) & Narak (Hell beings). Each and every lifeform has its own miseries. Abhaykumarji will explain this journey in a very interesting way and will show how to get rid of the miseries of this wandering
ABHAYKUMAR JAIN Kriya, Parinam Aur Abhipraay Each and every non-liberated soul has constant influx and bandh (bondage) of Karma. This process of Karma very much varies according to our Abhipray (belief), Parinam (Thought process) and Kriya (action). Abhaykumarji will explain this aspect in a very easy to understand way. With simple examples he will make everyone truly understand the main cause of Karma Bandh.
ACHARYA CHANDANAJI Preservation of Sacred Tirth - Palitana Pujya Chandnaji has been passionately speaking up for the needs to preserve Jain Tirth places located all over India. The temples at Palitana are considered the most important ones for all Jains.. These tirths need the attention of all Jains & the government to take care of such ancient temples of historic importance & do everything to preserve & restore their conditions for the future generations of Jain in India & everywhere. Pujya Chandnaji is going to speak on this subject to make us aware of what is needed to preserve Palitana Temples.
AMRENDRA MUNIJI Mantra Sound and Vibration Mantra Recitation brings numerous positive effects in daily life. With Mantra we can cure a lot of diseases. Mantra when recited with deep emotion and devotion can create calmness and destroy anger. Through Mantra and its vibrations you can remove thoughts of violence and tension. Bible also says that Mantra is beginning and the end of our Shrishti, the universe. Special sounds create soothing and calming effects. With recital of Mantra many incurable diseases can be overcome. With the power of Namokar Mantra my Guru Acharya Shri Sushil Kumar Maharaj was able to cure Mrs. Piller's cancer in Boston. There are a lot of examples to illustrate that we can accomplish many things with Mantra and sound vibrations. Today we will discuss effects of Mantra and sound vibrations.
ANOP VORA, PRAVIN K SHAH, NARESH JAIN Communicating Jainism (1) & (2) Anop Vora will present on the importance of interfaith work. Why now? Strengths and weaknesses of Jain community, Ideas to fill in current gaps, Need for co-ordination, Steps going forward) It will be followed by JAINA Experience in Interfaith Setting by Naresh Jain. Lessons learned from Barcelona, Montreal and local encounters, User-friendly ways to communicate on Jainism with the Western public, other thoughts. Pravin K. Shah will present the educational material for Interfaith work. Also discussed will be need for books, flyers, presentation materials for western audience. Need funds and dedicated people with excellent communication skills. It will be followed by a panel discussion with participants including Bobra, Sudhir, Arvind Vora, Hema, Dipikaben. Anop Vora to introduce the panel members. They will describe their local experience and interfaith perspective. Followed by Questions and Answers, review of action items.
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