1) Diwali Celebrations at JCSC - Wed - Fri, Oct 18 -20, 2017
Diwali has a very special significance in Jainism. It marks the anniversary of Nirvana or liberation of Mahavira's soul. Mahavira attained Moksha (liberation) on this day at Pawapuri on 15 October 527 BC, on Chaturdashi of Kartika. The chief disciple of Mahavira, Ganadhara Gautam Swami also attained Kevala Jñāna thus making Diwali a very important Jain festival. On Diwali morning Nirvan Ladoo is offered after praying to Lord Mahavira in all Jain temples across the world. The most important principle of Jains is Ahinsa or non violence, thus they tend to avoid firecrackers. Diwali is celebrated in atmosphere of austerity, simplicity, serenity, equity, calmness, charity, philanthropy and environment consciousness. Jain temples, homes, offices, shops are decorated with lights and diyas. Relatives distribute sweets to each other. In temples and homes, devotees sing and chant hymns and mantras from Jain religious texts in praise of the Tirthankar.
The Jain year starts with Pratipada, the day after Diwali.
We will celebrate Diwali at Jain Center as per the program below:
| Wed,18th Oct, 2017 - Mantra Sadhana Din Aso Vad 14 - Kali Chaudas Pratikraman in Aradhana Hall at 6:30 PM Thurs,19th Oct, 2017 - Mahavirswami Nirvan Din Aso Vad Amas -- Diwali 7:30 - 9:30 AM Laddu puja followed by Abhishek and different pujas in Derasar 7:30 - 9:30 PM Bhakti Bhavna, Aarti & Mangal Divo in Derasar 10:00 PM -12 AM Mahavirswami Nirvan Jaap in Aaradhana Hall
Thurs,19th Oct, 2017 - 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM - Shree Mahavirswami Nirvan Din - Bhavna Bhakti On Shri Mahavirswami Nirvan day of Diwali celebrations, Oct 19, 2017, Anis Chandani, Sangeet Visharad with JCSC Group will give us a stunning show of faith and devotion through Bhakti Bhavna of musical melodies at Jain Center. Anis Chandani has been performing for 25+ years and has performed all over the world.He has worked with many Bollywood singers and music directors over the years. He is now residing in the LA area and teaching music to next generation of kids. Our own Anjal Parmar is learning under his guidance. He is fluent in many instruments and he will lead the Diwali Bhakti Bhavana at Jain Center. Watch a glimpse of his skills on the youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4BZUbPFruI)
Fri, 20th Oct, 2017- New Year Kartik Sud 1 - Gautamswami Keval Gyan Din 4:00 AM onwards - Gautamswami Kevalgyan Jaap in Aaradhana Hall 6:30 AM: Toran Bandhan, Dwar Opening 7:30 AM: Manglik in Cultural Hall 8:30 AM: Asthprakari Puja-- One Puja for each Idol - total 5 All Panchdhatu Pratima Puja 9:30 AM: Snatrapuja, Aarti, Mangal Divo, Shanti Kalash, Gautamswami Aarti 8:30 -10:30 AM: Sadharmik Bhakti - Navkarshi by Sponsorship with Nakro of $2,001(including food), $201(excluding food). Please note: Aadesh for Gheebolis of New Year (Oct 20th) will be given on Thurs, Oct 19th during Bhavna Bhakti. | | 2018 Calendar will be distributed during these days, don't forget to collect your copy | |
NOTE: Anybody interested in doing Prabhavana on Thursday 10/19 evening and/or Sadharmic Bhakti (Navkarsi) on Friday 10/20 morning contact: Dr Mahendra Shah at (714)757-9490 or at [email protected]
2) Kartiki Punam & Pat Darshan (actual Sat,Nov 4th, 2017, observed-Sun Nov 5th, 2017)
Kartiki Punam night is considered as the brightest full moon night in the whole year as the rainy season is supposed to end and night sky is all clear. This is the day to resolve to free oneself of basic instincts. In the rainy/monsoon season, all Acharya Bhagvants, Sadhus, Sadhvis, Munis etc stay at one place and do not travel for four months. This starts from Aso Sud Chaturdashi and ends on Kartik Sud Punam. After Kartik Punam, their vihar starts again to spread the knowledge of Principles of Jainism such as Truth, Ahimsa, and Compassion etc. Thus, Kartiki Punam has a big significance for all Jains. We will have Kartiki Punam Celebration on two days as below: Day/Date Time Program Saturday, 4th Nov, 2017(Kartiki Punam actual day) 9:30 AM Pat Darshan in Cultural hall Sunday, 5th Nov, 2017(Kartiki Punam observed) 9:30 AM Pat Darshan with Khamasna and Chaitya vandan 11:00 AM General Body Meeting - in Cultural hall, followed by Swamivatsalya Lunch
3) General Body Meeting At JCSC - Nov 5, 2017
The next General Body Meeting of JCSC will be held on Sunday, Nov 5th, 2017 from 11:00 AM in the Cultural Hall.
Following is the agenda for the meeting:
• Election Committee Report for BOD & EC positions
• Introduction & recognition of incoming and outgoing EC/BOD members
• Paryushan Report
• President's Report
• Other business.
The meeting will be followed by Swamivatsalya Lunch.
General Body Meeting is for all members and is a platform where you can meet EC & BOD members and provide your suggestions/comments or get any questions answered.
Please mark your calendars and make sure to attend this important meeting.
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