JAINA Convention 2015 07 Atlanta GA

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

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2015 JAINA Convention
The precept of "Aparigraha (Non-Possession)plays a vital role in creating a nonviolent society. One of the major causes of violence is possession, monopoly and superpower dominance that make a common man devoid of his rights and privileges. It is said in Holy Scriptures of Jain Agama that attachment itself is a possession. Even if I do not possess any material wealth but I am attached to my body and spend most of my time in beautifying it, I will be known as Parigrahi Possessor of wealth). Body is a vehicle for spiritual practices and it should be taken care of so that it helps in the practice of penance, meditation and service to others. The precept of Non-Possession makes our life very simple, free from unnecessary demands and expectations
is a powerful tool to bring a transformation in the society. H.H. Acharya Tulsi and HH. Acharya Mahaprajna, the great Seers, Saints, and philosophers of 20th century, walked on the path of Bhagwan Mahavir and dedicated their life for Ahinsa and humanity. They envisioned a unique academic institution like Nalanda and Takshshila, excelling in preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Indian culture, philosophy, Jain ethics, and value system They felt the need of the hour and with the support of the community, Jain Vishya Bharati Institute came into existence in 1991, at Ladnun, Rajasthan. It got the revention of First Jain University in the World The programs, curricula, and syllabi are designed in a unique way to practice and disseminate the high ideals of Ahinsa, Anekant, Aparigraha, tolerance and peaceful existence under the guidance of elite scholars and academicians. The motto of the institution is - Nanassa saram aayaro -Right conduct is the essence of Right Knowledge.
Best Wishes for Grand Success of 2015
JAINA Convention Non-violence requires a double faith, faith in God and also faith in man.
--- Mahatma Gandhi
Ahinsa is a universal principle, and code of conduct that needs to be taught in the education system from primary to higher education institutions in order to make our younger generation filled with the spirit of compassion, love, amity, and brotherhood Education
Best Wishes & Compliments to JAINA & Jain Society of Greater Atlanta
For hosting 18th Biennial
JAINA Convention
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From Gunvant, Sulochana Shah. Drs.Nrupa, Sammy and Amy Shah
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Dr. Mukta K Shah
Rekha & Raju Shah
Niru & Jiten Shah
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