JAINA Convention 2015 07 Atlanta GA

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

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Dear JAINA members,
It is commendable how JAINA has been able to guide over 100,000 Jains in North America. It has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception in 1981 through the sincere efforts of the members to actualize its objective of living and promoting a Jain way of life. The biennial conventions play an important role in spreading the message of Jainism.
Shrimad Rajchandra Mission
Dharampur
Man is the architect of his world of beliefs, thoughts and conduct. A unifying vision of seeing the same Self in everyone, nurtures a personality that lives in harmony with all. The fragrance of his love spreads to the world around making him truly non-violent.
By the grace of the Tirthankars, may all live in tune with such a unifying vision and fulfill the theme of this year's convention, "Jainism: World of Non-Violence."
Love and Blessings,
Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai
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Jain Muni Ashram Akhil Bhartiya Shree Tapoyog Sadhna Kendra Trust, Halwas Gate, Bhiwani - 127021 (Haryana)
HOLY MESSAGE
Convener and Co-convener Jaina Convention,
It is my great pleasure to know that Eighteen Biennial Jaina Convention is being held in Atlanta, Georgia in USA on July 2nd through 5th 2015. It is a great opportunity for Atlanta Jain Sangh. Jaina Convention is a huge platform for Jain Community to get together and think about Society, Religion and Planning for the bright future of Jain Community, in North America.
Jaina has been working for about 35 years in North America as an umbrella organization and now has about 67 Jain Centers as members.
Jaina is working very hard for our religion, society, literature and especially educating young children. Admirable efforts of JAINA has produced results that are very satisfying, for which Jain society overall is very grateful and supportive.
Still there are some points which need to be discussed in depth, thought through and considered. I would like to suggest following three important points to Jaina;
1. How can we develop deep faith in our "Bhagwan" and religion in Jain community, especially in our young generation?
2. How we can we create awareness of Jain principals in broader community beyond Jains
3. How can we enhance unity among all Jain traditions in North America?
I wish and prey the success for this convention.
The Society will be recharged with full of energy, spirit and hope for bright future.
With best Wishes and Blessings Manak Muni
Jainism: World of Non-Violence