JAINA Convention 2007 07 NJ Edison Program Guide

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

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HIRA RATNA MANEK Spreading Jainism Through Sun Gazing Method This morning session will be in one hour from sunrise & will explain the benefits of sungazing. Spreading of jainism is very easy through sungazing method or atap and atapna of bhagwan mahavir.we jains are desirous of doing tap(fasting) and sungazing is an easy method of long fastings given to us by lord mahavir.
HUKAMCHAND BHARILL Ahimsa - In it's true nature Ahinsa is observed by each and every Jain at certain extent. We all believe that as Jains we all should follow Ahinsa according to our capability but do we know what Ahinsa is? Dr. Hukumchandji Bhatill in his own unique style will explain Ahinsa - Our utmost principle which is not limited by just not killing any living being but there is much more to that. Find out and become true Jain.
HUKAMCHAND BHARILL Vyavharnay-Nischaynay 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 (beliet), Parinam (Thought process) and Kriya (action).
IGGY IGNATIUS Senior Issues Building a retirement community for Indians poses challenging issues due to the language, food, and cultural diversity of Indians. Bharat Vilas, a non-profit organization, has found an innovative solution to address these challenges. A Bharat Vilas community consists of multiple segments, each segment catering to a specific food/language preference. Each segment consists of one main house (4000 sqft) with room for 10 seniors and a full time maid, and 10 or more houses owned by individual owners either for their own retirement living or for investment/rental purposes. The residents of the individual homes can opt to have their meals in the main house and obtain cleaning/maintenance services Seniors would be able to live in these communities on a cost basis, shared among all the residents.
JAIN ACADEMIC BOWL Jain Academic Bowl - I, II, III & Final Champonship The Jain Conference would not be the same without this Jain Academic Competition. How much do you know? Test your knowledge against your peers. Who will be victorious in the Final? The JAB event provides a great learning experience and increases interest and knowledge of Jainism among our youth. This year we have a total of 50 youth participants and six young adults who were past participants of JAB will moderate the entire event.
JIN CHANDRAJI MAHÄRÄJ Prabhu Mahavir no Vishwa Shanti No Sandesh When the world is burning in rage, Lord Mahavir's message shows the path to universal peace and love. He suggests to exercise non violence towards not only humans but also towards animals, plant kingdom and even the microbes is important. In one's mind, when there is friendship, love and affection towards all the living beings of the universe then the thought process automatically has multiplicity effect and non violence in action becomes a second nature. When one becomes aware of all the living beings of the universe, then in personal life there is restraint and compassion, peace and love in the society and automatic protection of the environment occurs.
JITUBHAI SHAH Astapad Shri Astapad Mahatirth is one of the major Jain tirth & is situated in Tranquil Heights of snow covered Himalayas. Shri Adinath Bhagwan attained salvation at this place. The exact location of Astapad is not yet known. In the recent history, no one has witnessed the actual tirth and described in the scriptures. Scholars & visitors travelled to the mountain where this tirth is believed to be buried under the snow. The speaker will talk about Astapad, its possible location & attempts to find it.
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