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Jain Wav: Soul Purification Programmes Balabhadra Bruce Costain, B.A., B.Ed., Ph.D., Director 4535-B Kenfield Rd. Columbus, OHio 43224, U.S.A.
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May 26, 1994
Young Jains of America, 1994 Convention, Chicago, Illinois
Dear Younger Brothers and Sisters in Jaina Dharma,
The combined energies of your creative Souls has resulted in the first large scale gathering of Jain youth living and/or born in North America. This combination of your birth into an ancient Eastern tradition as well as a Modern Western culture is unique; and offers great potential for us all.
Young Jains of America are showing great leadership and ability to assume the responsibility necessary to achieve auspicious results. This first convention is the conceived embryo' and will establish the form from which other events will develop. It is an important responsibility to do the right thing". Those youths whose humble efforts have resulted in this significant event are to be highly commended.
You are the bridge between Jain religion and culture and Western society. A bridge is only as strong as its members' and structure. Use the opportunity of your convention to "Be Jain" and transcend any debilitating attitudes and obstacles that tarnish the pristine lustre of Jain understanding of reality and living. And let your decisions be guided by Jain principles.
Very best wishes for maximum benefits from this auspicious convention program. In the words of one fine Jain teacher, "Protect you religion and your religion will protect you". Continued success in the development and presentation of Jain programs which encourage Atma/Soul purification.
Jai Jinendra. Truly,
B. B. c.
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