Jain Center of Southern California
Pathshala Now/Future update
Jain Center EC presented an outline of the building plans for the new property on February 17. Entire presentation and conceptual drawings can be viewed on our website. All members are invited to review these plans. Please provide your comments and more importantly, please volunteer your skills/expertise (Architects, Structural and Civil Engineers) so we can take the project to the next level.
Chaumasi Chaudas - Mar 20, 2019
Jain people celebrate this festival three times in a year, on the fourteenth day of Kartik, Falgun and Ashadh months.
The Jain Community celebrates this festival with great joy and enthusiasm all over the country. They make it fabulous with religious acts and by worshiping the Lord Mahavira. People prepare themselves by wearing colorful clothes and by adornment of their houses. They also give some charity and donation on that day for earning good ‘Karma
Chaumasi Chaudas Dev Vandan will start at 2:30 pm followed by Pratikraman on March 20, 2019
Varshitap Prarambh, Shri Rushabhdev Kalyanak - (Actual Mar 28, 2019) Observed Mar 30, 2019
Jain Center will celebrate Shree Adinath Janam and Diksha Kalyanak on Saturday, March 30, 2019. Actual Kalyanak day and Varshitap Prarambh day is March 28, 2019.
We hope that this auspicious day inspires our community and Sangh to start their Varshitap.
Program details are as follows:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Snatrapuja with Nakro - $101
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Panch Kalyanak Puja with Nakro - $51 for each Puja followed by Aarti, Mangal Divo, Shanti Kalash per Gheeboli
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Ekasana for sponsorship of $ 501 (whole, partial or multiple sponsorships are accepted)
20th Biennial JAINA Convention - Pledges For Pratimaji
BHAGWAN PRATIMAJI PLEDGE OPPORTUNITY
3 MULNAYAK + 24 TIRTHANKARAS + 1 SIMANDHARSWAMI
$1500 donation for each of 24 present Tirthankars and Simandharswami and 3 Ghabhara Bhagwans with BOLI with all following benefits in one pledge
1. Pratimas are made by Artisans in India from white Makrana Marble, height will be11 inches, and weight will be approximately 14 lbs.
2. Pratimas will be as per Donor's choice: [A] Your choice of Tirthankar [Bl Your choice of Tradition. Deadline to choose is February 20, 2019 - we may not be able to honor the request of Murti selection after the deadline.
3. There will be Online Boli starting at $2501.00 for Three Mulnayak Shwetambar: Shree Mahavir Swami Shree Parshwanath Swami and Digambar: [1] Shree Neminath Swami. Idols will be 21 inches and weighs about 90 lbs. Benefits are same as item 2 above. Here is the link: https://www.jainaconvention.org/auctions/
4. There will be Online Boli for Shrimad Rajchandraji's Murti of 20" made from fiberglass and weighs 45 lbs at above link with Benefits of Procession, Sthapna and take it home. Starting bid at $2,001.00
5. Adesh for item 5 and 6 will be given on 30th April, 2019.
Benefits:
- Bhagwan Bharavanu: Making a marble stone in Murti, according to Jain Scripture.
- 18 Abhishek: is to dilute 18 Papsthanak, which removes the impurities and charges the God’s Idol with positive spiritual vibrations. In this Pujan 18 Abisheks are done to idol with various Herbs which re-charges the idol with power. is vidhi puts Pran tattva in idol and after pratishtha when performed every year, it re-charges the idol.
- Procession-Shobhayatra-Rathyatra: If we think of the importance of Rathyatra, it is yatra to our inner soul, We have walked a lot outside since many lives but not according to prabhuji's guidance. Now we want to walk that way, to end up outside journey. Rathyatra is the best way of Parmatama bhakti, it creates spiritual aura.
- Vadhamna: Welcoming ceremony of all idols in derasar after Dwar Opening.
- Gadi Pujan: is is done before pratistha by putting various mangal things in gadi of God. is ritual eventually boost the positive vibrations in the idol of god which then passes on to us while doing Darshan and Puja
- Sthapan vidhi: is is Interim (Movable) pratistha for starting Aaradhana in front of God. Idol of God is installed (cemented) temporarily in this Interim temple where all people do samuhik (Joint) bhakti and aaradhana, so that the power and vibrations help in the increase of the strength of the sangh.
- 24 Tirthankara Pujan: You will participate in spiritual uplifting pujan which will be performed by Vidhikar.
- Utthapan of idols: Bhagwan taking your home or your center temple-forever for Darshan,Prayer, Recital of Sutra like Navkar mantra in front of your Darshniya Pratima.
Date/Timings:
- 18 Abhisheks - minimum 2:30 hrs on 4th of July @ 10 am at Ontario Convention Center.
- Procession - on 4th July at 3:00 pm at Ontario Convention Center.
- Vadhamna/Gadi Pujan/Sthapan Vidhi - on 4th July after Temple Dwar opening at Ontario convention Center from 5pm-6pm.
- 24 Tirthankar Puja - 5th July at 12:39 pm at Ontario Convention Center derasar.
- Utthapan of Idols - 7th July after 10 am from Ontario Convention Center.
- NOTE: Pledges for 24 Idols of 11" have already been received.
Wellness Challenge - Eat One Serving Of Super Foods Every Day
Next week, the challenge is to Eat One Serving of Super Foods Everyday. Super foods that are a great source of nutrients, and contain plenty of health benefits.
They have omega 3 fatty acids, help reduce stroke and so much more.
To participate in this weeks challenge click here.
Ongoing Programs - Feb - Mar, 2019
| Event | Date | Start Time |
| Daily Ashtprakari Puja | Daily | 7:30 AM |
| Aarti-Mangal Divo | Weekdays | 8:15 PM |
| Sat/Sun/Holidays | 7:30 PM | |
| Chundadi | Daily in the morning | |
| Chaudas Pratikraman | 3/5,3/20 (Chaumasi Chaudas-Dev Vandan 2:30 PM) | 6:30 PM (Weekday) 6:00 PM (Weekend) |
| Sthanakvasi Pakhi Pratikraman | 3/6, 3/21 | 6:15 PM |
| Monthly Snatra Puja and Navkar Mantra Jaap | 3/9 | 9:30 AM |
| Monthly Bhavna Bhakti | 3/29 | 7:30 PM |
| JCYC & JSG Pathshala / Adult Swadhyay / Sutra Class | 3/3, 3/17, 3/31 | 9:40 AM |
| Webcast of the discourses by Shri Rakeshbhai Jhaveri LA Study Group Meetings Post office Building | 3/10, 3/24 | 10:00 AM-Noon |
| Weekly Evening Swadhyay | Every Monday, Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday | |
| Adhyatmasar Swadhyays | Monday | By Girishbhai (8:00 PM to 9:30 PM) |
| 14 Gunasthanak | Tuesday | By Hasendrabhai (8.30 PM to 10.00 PM) |
| Shrimad Rajchandra Vachnamrut | Wednesday | By Rameshbhai 8:30 pm to 10 pm |
| Yogshatak Swadhyays | Thursday | By Girishbhai (8:00 PM to 9:30 PM) |
Lifetime Tithis
Send a photograph of your loved one to Kinal Modi at .
Please contact Ketan Parekh at for information, questions or any pledges.
Please contact Ketan Parekh at for information, questions or any pledges.
Upcoming Events
• Wed, March 20, 2019 - Chaumasi Chaudas -Dev Vandan, Pratikraman
• Sat, March 30, 2019 Observed - Varshitap Prarambh, Shri Rushabhadev Kalyanak Puja (Actual Mar 28, 2019)
Dignitary Visits & Shibirs
Other News
1) International Summer School For Jain Studies
There is a unique opportunity to Study Nonviolence & Jainism in India. International Summer School for Jain Studies (ISSJS) is currently accepting applications for three, four and six week study programs in India. Last date of Application is 28th Feb, 2019
Jain Dharma/Religion originated in India several thousand years ago. An elder cousin of Buddhism, Jain dharma teaches a lifestyle rooted in the practice of unconditional nonviolence. Its teachings inspired and influenced Mahatma Gandhi. Students and scholars will learn about Jain traditions from learned lay scholars as well as practicing monks and nuns in India.
The Programs are designed for undergraduate and graduate students, Post-Doctoral Fellows, full time faculty and High School Teachers with an interest in the Jain Studies and ahimsa (nonviolence). The three, four and six week long, stand alone and separate intensive courses in International Summer School for Jain Studies (ISSJS) 2019 will entail morning lectures, afternoon field trips, visits to some schools, time in a few ancient cities and meetings with Jain professionals, monks and nuns.
For the last 14 years, every summer, ISSJS have been offered regularly in India. The number of participants has seen a steady increase every year. Nearly 900 students and scholars from many universities and High Schools have participated in ISSJS programs so far.
We are excited to be offering ISSJS-2019 in its 15th annual year.
ISSJS is unique in many ways. It is an experiential and India based program and makes India a classroom for the study of ahimsa /nonviolence, Jain, history, art, culture and philosophy.This program is highly subsidized by the Jain community.
For Program Details & Application, Visit our website:: www.isjs.in
Kindly promote this program, give it wide publicity and encourage students and Faculty to apply.
2) Chah Gau Yatra - March 19, 2019
Chhah Gau Yatra is a journey of about 16 km in pilgrim town Palitana in the Bhavnagar district. It is mainly a kind of penance that helps a devout set of the evil results of past deeds and makes his journey to Nirvana or salvation faster and shorter, says Jain saints and scriptures.
Over the years the Chhah Gau Yatra is becoming more popular and lacks pilgrims visit on this single day. Chhah Gau Yatra starts from Jap Taleti on the foothills of Shatrunjaya and ends on the other side at a place known as Siddhavad. The name Siddhavad is after a Banyan tree here and it is said thousands of Jains have achieved the final stage of life-death cycle, Nirvana or salvation and become free from the bondage of Karma.
The Chhah Gau Yatra covers all Jain temples in Palitana. Siddhavad is near Adipur, known as the birthplace of Lord Adinath the first Thirthankar. It is believed that every Jain should visit Palitana at least once in his lifetime to get “Bhavya” status (fit to attain nirvana or salvation).
There are a total of 1250 temples located on the Shetrunjaya hills, exquisitely carved in marble.
The main temple on top of the hill is dedicated to 1st Tirthankar lord Adinath (Rishabdeva).
This year, the auspicious day of Chhah Gau Yatra begins on March 19, 2019.
3) Youth Activities at the JAINA 2019 Convention
The Youth Activities Committee (for ages 13-20) is in full force planning, and we want to make sure you have an unforgettable experience at the JAINA 2019 Convention this July! Please fill out this quick form (tinyurl.com/ya-daytime1) to showcase what daytime sessions you'd like see during your convention experience. Stay tuned for additional information regarding Youth Activities plans.
For any questions please contact Shreya Udani at [email protected]
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1) Presentation on Hospice Care
Presentation by: Judy Fassett, Hospice Care Volunteer Coordinator
Where: Jain Center of Southern California
8072 Commonwealth Avenue
Buena Park, CA 90621
When: Saturday - March 16, 2019
Check-In: 10:45am [Raffle Ticket given at this time]
Presentation: 11:00-11:45am
Q&A/Raffle: 11:45am-12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00pm [RSVP Required]
Cost: None
Questions? [email protected] / 562-412-4500
RSVP: Click Here
- There will a raffle done at the end of the presentation where one lucky winner receives a beautiful gift.
- More fun practical gifts for attendees.
Just a Few Key Points about Hospice:
- Hospice is a type of clinical care for people who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of 6 months or less
- It’s a Medicare benefit for people 65 or older
- There is little to no cost associated with hospice services on Medicare or Medical
- Hospice related medications, equipment and clinical services are provided to you where you live at no cost.
- You can benefit from all Hospice Services in the comfort of your home if you so choose.
Attend the presentation to learn a lot more about Hospice services and why it’s important to you, your family and friends. Taking care of a terminally ill loved one is not a responsibility anyone should have to go through alone. Come learn about this subject in a warm, comfortable environment and understand that there is a lot of help available at a critical stage in one’s life.
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