Jain Digest 1992 07 Vol 19 No 03

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

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Jain Digest - blies and hope to have examinations conducted in Jainism through G.C.S.E. Board. Oshwal Centre will also try to have Jainism introduced in the University of Londonas a part-time course. Manuscripts listed
List of old Jain manuscripts preserved in India Office Library, which is a part of the British Museum, is now finalized. Prayers recited
Jain, Hindu and Buddhist prayers will now be recited at war
memorial day functions. Oshwal Centre, through the office of the Indian High Commissioner H.E.Dr.L.M. Singhvi, has made a presentation to have the Jain faith included at the Commonwealth Day Celebrations in the U.K. IOJ makes progress
Institute of Jainology is making good progress in various fields. Eighteen projects, encompassing different fields within the scope of Jain values, are in hand now and some 60 members from various Jain organiza
Calendar of events
Pandit visits the U.K.
Mr. Dhirajbhai Pandit visited Britain from March 21 to April 24, 1992. A shibir was held at Oshwal Centre and some 80 people attended for nine days. Panditji explained about Navtatva, the Karma theory and other philosophical aspects of Jainism. Mahavir Jayanti celebrated
The High Commissioner of India, Dr. L.M. Singhvi had invited prominent Jains at his residence on April 11, 1992 to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti.
Mahavir Jayanti was celebrated by various organization in the U.K. LBC radio had broadcasted the interviews of Dr. Paul Marret and Prof. Maradia. LBC had also interviewed Dr.L.M.Singhvi and the interview was broadcast on April 26, 1992. Sunrise Radio, the only Asian Radio, had broadcast a small story on the life of Lord Mahavir on April 15, 1992. JSE stages Mahavir play
Jain Samaj Europe have successfully staged a play on the life of Lord Mahavir (Mahavir Darshan). It has a cast of 60. The story is recreated in the form of dance, song and slides. Translations are complete
The draft translation of the Tatvartthasutra is now complete. Mr. John Moat, who has been appointed as a wordsmith, is going through the script. Professors P. Jainiand N. Tatia, who are to arrive in the U.K. in July, together with Mr. Moat will finalize the draft text. Belgian temple building
Jains in Antwarp (Belgium) have purchased some land for the development of a temple and religious activities. Details to follow. Education board created
Oshwal Centre has established a Jain Education Board. This board will look into the teaching of Jainism at a mainstream level, i.e., in British schools and colleges, to introduce Jain worship in school assem
A great achievement for U.S. Jains Dr. Dhiraj H. Shah of Grand Island, NY, Director of JAINA,President of Kutchi Gurjar Jain Society of North America and Chairperson of JAINA'S World Comunity Service Committee, has been apointed as a Delegate representing 'BELIEVERS IN NON-VIOLENCE' at the National Democratic Convention to be held July 14-16, 1992 in New York City. Governor Jerry Brown personally recognized Dr. Shah for his contribution. TAINA wishes to congratulate Dhirajbhai.
July, 1992 5-Shila Ropan ceremony, 10am, for the proposed temple of the Jain Society of Greater Detroit. All are welcome. Ceremony will be followed by Swami Vatsalya. For more information, see page 4 of this issue. 24 & 25-Discourse by Shree Bandhu Triputi at the Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington. For more information call (301) 236 4466. 24 to 26 - Tulsa Jain Sangh will hold Shibir. Shree Jinchanderi will conduct the Shibir. 24 to August 21 - Shree Kiranbhi Parekh will visit the Jain Center of Northern California. Contact Hasmukh Shah at (408) 274-7864 for details. August, 1992 2 - Vegetarian rally in Hyde Park, London. (See From the Editor for more information.) 24 to 31 - Paryushan at the Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington. For more information call (301) 236-4466. 29 -Swapna Ceremony at the Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington. For more information call (301) 236-4466.
- Paryushana Maha Parva at the Jain Center of Northern California. For more information call (408) 274-6218. October, 1992 1 - Ahimsa Day Celebration. Contact Surendra Singhvi at (513)885-7414 for details. 17 - Mahavir Nirvan at the Jain Center of Northern California. For more information call (408) 274-6218.
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