Jain Digest 2014 11

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

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JAIN DIGEST
Gandhi before gandhi
Dr. Bipin Doshi , Smt. Pritiben Shah & Pankaz Chandmal Hingarh (Co-authors of Book - Gandhi Before Gandhi)
We are dedicating this article to Indian Legend Virchand Raghavji Gandhi who as a friend used to help Mahatma Gandhi in understanding Indian law by telling him stories of Vakils and Stalwarts (Ref: Story of My Experiments with Truth). One who was admired by Swami Vivekanand for his strict code of conduct, vegetarianism and patriotism. Swami Vivekananda had received his recognition primarily for his speech in the first ever World Parliament of Religions in 1893, where he had represented Hinduism. But we hardly know that one more Indian legend at the same event boldly expressed his patriotism by defending Indian culture and Hinduism and represented Jainism - he was the charismatic and captivating Virchand Raghavji Gandhi. His captivating speech had received rounds of applause. A true patriot is someone who feels or voices expressions of patriotism, love, and devotion to one's country. VRG had displayed his patriotism, love and devotion for mother India and its spiritual heritage. His speech echoed the true spirit and culture of India. He received equal attention as did Swami Vivekananda.
Guru's of Two Legends who captivated in 1893's Parliament of World Religions
Ramkrishna Paramhansji
muni Atmaramji
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Design & Concept : Pankaz Chandmal Hingarh
Swami Vivekanand
Virchand Raghavji Gandhi Indian Legend Virchand Gandhi Sitting in Front Row on Stage in 1893's Parliament of World Religions
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