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Jainism: The Cosmic Vision
inspiration to their husbands; as individuals they have managed large trade and commerce independently. In the Jain way of life, woman has always been bold enough to protect her chastity and defeat the enemy. Her learning has for ever been honoured everywhere. Sadhvis have set an example for the society in matters relating to the ultimate achievement of spiritual progress. The liberation of women, the freedom of women and the advancement of women are integrated in Jain religion. This principles are sure to guide and lead the people in the ensuring decades towards the new path of attainment of the liberty of women.
Let us end with one of the daily prayers of Jainism --
I forgive all the living beings and
all the living beings forgive me.
I have amity with all and enmity with none.
Let all the living beings be happy.
Let all the living beings be busy in making others happy. Let the evils disappear from everywhere and Let the whole world be happy.
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