The Jain Way of Life Handbook
This book is ideal for Jains and Non-Jains as a simple and easy to understand guide for blending Jain practices with a North American lifestyle. First presented at the 2007 JAINA Convention in Edison, NJ, this handbook quickly sold hundreds of copies and continues to be a popular buy for individuals, families, and Jain Centers across North America.
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More about the book (Table of Content, About the Writer/Editor):
Table of Content (200 pages)
Jainism Simplified
What is Jainism?
Jain Prayers
My Aspirations (Prayer)
Treasures in Jainism
Non-Violence (Ahimsa)
Non-Absolutism (Anekantvad)
Non-Possessiveness (Balance Needs and Desires – Aparigrah)
Unity and Diversity Among Jains
24 Reasons to Believe in and Live a Jain Way of Life
Vegetarian Way of Life
Measuring My Progress in Living a Jain Way of Life
My Mind & My Body - A Self Evaluation
My Things - A Self Evaluation
My Consumptions - A Self Evaluation
My Life & My World - A Self Evaluation
My Spirituality - A Self Evaluation
Many Dimensions of Violence (Himsa)
Food
Compassionate Healthy Diet
Responsible Food Purchasing
Eating and Drinking Out and Enjoying: Best Practices
Family
How to Raise a Jain Child
Marriage Commitment - A Conversation
A Typical Day - Jain Way of Life
Vacations, Retreats, and Camps
Very Responsible Purchasing
Guidelines to Donations and Gift Giving
Self and Work
Excelling in the Workplace
Jain Relaxation and Meditation
My 12 Reflections
Guidance
Cherish the Jain Experience in North America
Guidelines for High School Students
Animal Rights - Your Critical Role
Partnerships with Non-Jain Groups
Forgiveness and How to do it
Steps to Spiritual Progress
Celebrations
Family Celebrations - Birthday, Graduation, Mothers/Fathers Day, Anniversary, Marriage
The Art of Dying
Jain Festivals
Mahavira’s Life and Teachings,
Mahavir Jayanti (Birth) and Diwali (Liberation)
Celebration of the Soul
Paryushan Parv and Das Lakshan
8-10 Days of Living a Jain Way of Life
The Practice of Equanimity and Pratikraman
Celebrating Thanksgiving - The Jain Way
Jain Pujas, Symbols, Temples, History
Jain Philosophy - Mini Overview
Jain Pujas
Jain Symbols
Jain History
Jain Scriptures
Jainism and Other Religions
Resources
Web Resources
Cruelty-Free Products
Jain Centers and Societies
Glossary of Non-English Jain Terms
Questions on Jainism
About the Author/Editor: Yogendra is chairman of JAINA Long Range Planning Committee and Director, and teaches levels 5 and 6 Pathshala at the Jain Center of Greater Boston. He has led more than a dozen “out the box” seminars and ground breaking projects including Tattvarth Sutra: Ancient Scriptures Come Alive, Discovery of the Soul, Strengthening of Faith, and Measuring Your Jain Way of Life Progress. The objectives of these projects as well as this book are to expand the understanding of Non-Violence, Non-Absolutism, and Non-Possessiveness in modern way of life for Jains and Non-Jains.