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PHILOSOPHY OF JAIN KARMA THEORY

"KNOW YOUR JAINA" - JAINA CALENDAR

Under the auspices of the "KNOW YOUR JAINA" initiative, JAINA will be introducing JAINA committees that work tirelessly to take JAINA to new heights. Jains across North America have greatly appreciated this program, giving awareness of each committee's mission, membership, current activities, finances, and future plans.

We proudly introduce Calendar Committee over a zoom meeting, explaining the mission of the committee, introducing their members, discuss current projects and the future plans, etc. This webinar will be conducted by the Calendar Committee Chair Jayana Shah.

After the presentation, the floor will open for a dialogue and question answers from the community.

Please do not miss to attend this townhall meeting to see how the beautiful JAINA 2022 Calendar is progressing.

JAINA Calendar Committee Presentation

Sunday, August 29th, 2021 at 10 AM PST | 12 NOON CST | 1 PM EST

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Jain Connect - Virtual Single Mixer

After an Open Networking session last weekend, Jain Connect is bringing the next Virtual Singles Mixer on Sunday, August 29th, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m. ET. If you are single, between the ages of 24 – 42, and living in the United States or Canada, this will be a fun space where you can meet someone new. Check out more details and register for Virtual Single Mixer.

Paryushan/Das Lakshana Parva

Paryushan/Das Lakshan Parva is just a week from now. Most of us know that during this Mahaparva Jains try to reduce their involvement with worldly affairs, observe fast, reflect on their actions and intentions, do penance to purify their souls to the best of individual’s capacity, and try to align with the Jain principles. But do we know the reason behind doing these things? Let’s know the origin of Paryushan and understand why do we celebrate Paryushan/Das Lakshan.

Origin of Paryushan/Das Lakshana

The origins of the Paryushan Parva are rooted in the agricultural lifestyles of India of centuries ago, when people lived in small, dispersed villages. After the monsoon rains and harvests, people had a break from the agricultural work. Roads would become difficult to travel, and the increase in insects would make it difficult to travel without killing them. Therefore, the people and the Sadhus/Sadhvis would avoid any travel. This gave them the chance to spend these days focusing on purifying themselves, advancing their knowledge, and so on.

Why Paryushan/Das Lakshana is Celebrated?

Paryushan is a time for self-analysis and soul searching. Paryushan provides a break from routine life and allows us to reflect and contemplate on our past conduct, in the light of the teachings of Jainism and make a determination to lead a spiritually cleaner life in the future. Paryushan also reminds us that life’s ultimate and highest aim is not the pursuit of materialism but the attainment of Nirvana. Paryushan also provides us with an opportunity to practice nonviolence (Ahimsa) to a greater extent than during the past year, by engaging in self-discipline (Sanyam) and by performing penance (Tap) such as study of scriptures (Swadhyaya), partial or complete fasting, introspection (Pratikraman) and repentance (Prayaschitta). We think of Parasparopagraho Jivanam - all life is bound together by mutual support and interdependence. Community spirit grows amongst all, and we should all be united.

JAINA Sadharmik Bhakti

With the help of the community, JAINA has donated around $900,000 so far to reputable NGOs in India with proper FCRA. While it’s an applauding response from the Jain Community of North America, India is still fighting against the COVID-19. Many families have lost their loved ones, jobs, and are struggling to meet their basic needs. JAINA requests you make your generous donation to JAINA Sadharmik Fund at the link below to help our Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters in India. We will be donating the funds to Jeevan Jyot Cancer Relief & Care Trust and other similar reputed NGOs in India. Read the donation appeal from the Jeevan Jyot Cancer Relief & Care Trust here.

Special Shanka Samadhan for NRIs

Day changed to “Monday”

In this program, unique concerns of our sadharmis, residing in a foreign land can be addressed.

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Example of Best Of Shanka Samadhan

What to expect from this Webinar

Muni Shri PramanSagar Ji Maharaj is a Revered Jain saint, Powerful orator and a progressive thinker. He gives solutions to any problem, be it spiritual or worldly in a spur of a minute and one gets practical Jain philosophy based solutions. Muni shri has highly obliged us by giving his consent to start a dedicated program for NRIs. Please take the (labh of Saakshaat Darshan and Dharam).

Kindly submit new questions on the below link. Any concern please contact Shri Nitin Ajmera and Smt.Shefali Ajmera at +1 516-857-7528 or email: shefali@gunayatan.org

Question Submission Form

Submit Your Children Question Here
(Age- 05 to 17 Years)

Question Clues

• Seeking guidance for moving on the path of dharma or seeking clarifications about Jain literature.
• Behavioral issues: family, friends, peer relationships, and ways to improve bonds amongst family members can also be put up.
• Any Problem that is causing mental stress or agony due to job/business/personal insecurity or otherwise.
• Any question for understanding the necessity and role of dharma in life.
• Questions from scriptures.
• How to follow dharm in a busy life schedule.

Jain Center Latest News

Last Sunday, JOY of Jain Society of Greater Detroit participated in Snatra Pooja at the temple. JOY is thankful to the Puja team and EC team for supporting and giving an opportunity. It was a great experience. They are also thankful to all kids who came and were able to participate in reciting sutra as well as taking part in 99 Girnar puja. Here are some photos from the puja.

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