Jainism Journey Of Soul

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The Journey of The Soul THE FIVE VOWS OF MONKS, NUNS AND LAY FOLLOWERS (Jaina Vratas) NON-VIOLENCE (Ahimsa) SPEAK THE TRUTH NOT TO STEAL (Satya) (Asteya) CELIBACY (Brahmacharya) (Strict adherence for Monks and Nuns - sexual restraint for lay followers) NON-POSSESSION (Aparigraha) (Strict adherence for Monks and Nuns - limiting one's attachments and acquisitions for lay followers) "Endowed with conduct and discipline, Who practises control of self, Who throws out all his bondage, He attains the eternal place." - Mahavira - UTTARADHYAYANA SUTRA, CHAPTER 20, VERSE 52 (13) Graphics and D.lgn by Bernie Kramok Jalniom by Mike Proudfoot and Irena Upenieks Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1993