Training in Nonviolence

Author(s): Mahapragna Acharya
Publisher: Anuvrat Global Organization

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Training in Nonviolence
Emotional sensation Antagonistic ideas Contrary behaviour Contrary interests These sensations do affect me, but I have to reduce their impact. If their impact grows, my own powers will decline. The less they influence me, the more my powers will increase. Hence the development of toleration is a big secret of success in my life. (10
times) 10. Complete the exercise with the recitation of Mahaprana dhvani (2 minutes)
11. Practical exercise for the development of a tolerant outlook for the attainment
of harmony, reconciliation and peaceful co-existence: Contemplation of a tolerant outlook a) I will adopt a relative outlook towards the thinking and activities of
other individuals and society.
b) I will not create a situation of conflict on the basis of diversity of thought
or work. Instead of creating conflict, I will seek reconciliation. 12. Contemplation of our resolve at the end of the camp
1)
2)
For developing mental strength I will practise the anupreksha of conscious spiritual development. I will remain dedicated to my deity/God/soul. I will try to solve social problems through moral and spiritual values.
I will practise "anupreksha of detachment" for restraining consumption.
For moral development, I will practise "anupreksha of integrity". I will practise regularly the exercises to which I was exposed in the nonviolence training programme.
sakasaya-kasayayoh samparayike-ryapathayoh The activities of a person driven by passions cause long-term inflow (bondage) while the activities of a person free of passions cause instantaneous inflow (bondage)
- Tattvarth Sutra
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