Jainism

Introspection and Forgiveness: The Jain Celebration of Paryushan and Das Lakshan

Mr. Nikhil Bumb

Jainism

Parliament Honors Esteemed Jain His Holiness Vasanth Vijayji Maharaj for Promotion of Peace

Parliament Blog

Parliament of Religions

Though Jain monks seldom travel outside India, His Holiness Dr. Vasanth Vijay Maharaj detoured to Chicago to honor the Parliament with a illuminating visit, taking precious time from a rare U.S. tour. His Holiness is...

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Young Jains Share Insights from Parliament of the World's Religions

Mr. Nikhil Bumb

Interfaith Dialogue

Peace Through Dialogue 2007 - Peace Through Performing Arts

Mr. Naresh Jain

Interfaith Dialogue

Peace Through Dialogue 2007 - The Role Of Jainism In Interfaith Dialogue

Dr. Hema Pokharna

Religious Praxis

Marking Diwali and a New Year

Mr. Kirit Daftary

Religious Praxis

Jain Holiday Means Showing Respect — Even for Insects

Mr. Kirit Daftary

Religious Praxis

Diwali Does Not End When the Lights Go Out

Parliament of Religions

Jainism

Mahavir Jayanti Jain Holiday Celebrates Historic Teachings of Non-violence and Pluralism

Parliament Blog

Parliament of Religions

Mahavir Jayanti is a holiday celebrated by Jains (Jainism is an ancient Indian religion) to observe the birth of Tirthankar Mahavir. Tirthankar is a liberated soul who has achieved Nirvana. Tirthankar established a...

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