Essence of Jain Way of Life
Jainism is a religion and a way of life. For thousands of years, Jains have been practicing vegetarianism, yoga, meditation and environmentalism.
Jains have three core practices :
Non-Violence
Strengthens the autonomy of life of every being; Ahimsa – diet, fellow being, environment, thoughts and actions
Non-Violence
Strengthens the autonomy of life of every being; Ahimsa – diet, fellow being, environment, thoughts and actions
Non-Violence
Strengthens the autonomy of life of every being; Ahimsa – diet, fellow being, environment, thoughts and actions
Jain Way of Life Prayer/Meditation
Most Jains are doing less than one minute of prayers/meditation per day. Even the one-minute Namokar Mantra is done with very little mindfulness of its meaning.
Reasons to believe in Jain way of life
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Reasons
Practical experience and validation through new scientific discoveries can reinforce our faith in a Jain Way of Life (JWOL).
“Ahimsa Paramo Dharma – Non-Violence is the greatest Dharma“
– Mahavira
JWOL – Jainism Core – The AAA
Essence of Jainism Jainism is a religion and a way of life. For thousands of years, Jains have been practicing vegetarianism, yoga, meditation, and environmentalism. Jain way of life has three core principles: Non-Violence, Non-Absolutism, and...
Celebrating Thanksgiving – The Jain Way
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8–10 Days of Living a Jain Way of Life
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