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THIS BOOK
This work is the result of nearly two years' intensive search and research for the right contents for a book that dwells on the subject of "Right Vision', 'Right Knowledge' and Right conduct' for the evolution of the soul.
It is not a mere coincidence that the book has been completed on the occasion of the 2006 Birth Anniversary of Lord Prophet Mahāvīra whose teachings form its very basis. No time could be more suitable.
The comprehensive nature of the book is evident on each page. The very first section starts with a tribute to the Lord who was, undoubtedly a 'Messiah of Mercy.' A lucid introduction to Jainism also brings out its eternality in a historical perspective and rounds it up with a chapter on Non-violence, the most important hallmark of Jainism. It is followed by sections on Jaina Philosophy and Metaphysics, Jaina view of Cosmology (presented from a unique angle with reference to matter, space, time and mode), Two tiered Jaina Ethics and gems from the Jaina legends.
To address the practical utility of the Jaina precepts, the author has taken care to include six valuable essays on as diverse subjects as “Personal Happiness', 'Social Harmony', 'World-Peace', *Environmental Protection', “Personality Development, and “Leadership and Management Through Anekānta'.
The appendices on Jaina Glossary and Bibliography enhance its utility.
It is hoped that this book will fulfill the much-felt need for a comprehensive but a handy book on Lainiem
