Name: Jains Today in the World
ISBN: -

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Book details

xxv+307p., 10p. of Plates; Col. Illustrations; 22cm.
Softcover
English language
Parshvanath Vidyapeeth
31.12.2008
ISBN 10: 8186715878

Related categories

Religion & Spirituality > Jainism

Jains Today in the World (Parshwanath Vidyapeeth Series #152)

PPA

Pierre Paul Amiel (Author)

Sagarmal Jain (Editor)

SPP

S P Pandey (Translator)

Synopsis

JAINS TODAY IN THE WORLD” is an exploration by the author of an ancient and relatively little-known faith that is surprisingly relevant for the XXIst century. It is a faith system that emphasizes non-violence, respect for the environment and the power of meditation - all while eschewing material possessions and encouraging the control over the self.

Jainism, a religion originating from India - with Hinduism and Buddhism - is an integral part of India. The Jain tradition, which enthroned the philosophy of ecological harmony and non-violence as its lodestar, flourished for centuries side-by-side with other schools of thoughts in ancient India. It formed a vital part of the mainstream of ancient Indian life, contributing greatly to its philosophical, artistic and cultural heritage. During certain periods of Indian history, many ruling elites as well as large sections of the population were Jains.