Paruyshan
Paryushan is of deep spiritual significance to all Jains. It is a time to reflect upon one’s deeds of the past year and work out every little way we can improve in the coming year to put us on the right path to spiritual salvation. This is the ideal time to refocus on Mahavir Bhagwan’s messages of ahimsa (non-violence), anekantavad (open-minedness) and aparigraha (non-possessiveness) and that “Parasparagraho Jivanam” (all life is interdependent). Everyone at SCVP wishes you experience all the joys and benefits of Paryushan and extends a sincere request for forgiveness for anything we have done or said which may have caused you upset.
Michchhāmi Dukkadam
What’s on in the autumn term?
For Children:
- A structured course in Jain religion for children from the ages of 6 - 16.
- Yoga to enhance well-being and develop spirituality run by Manish and Deepa.
- Public speaking sessions for older children to develop their confidence and leadership qualities.
- Swadhay class for teenagers in conjunction with Young Jains to discuss and assess how we should respond to situations we encounter in everyday life.
For Adults:
Jainism - Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
A course to learn all about the Jain religion delivered by Dr. Vinodbhai Kapasi and conducted partly in English and partly in Gujarati.
Through lectures, workshops and lively debates you will explore Jain philosophy and its relevance and application to modern life.
Books and course material will be supplied. Certificates will be awarded at the end of the course.
We will also have occasional guest speakers on wide ranging and modern issues.Time & Venue:
Time: 8:00pm-9:15pm
Kingsbury High School, Kingsbury, NW9 9JR (Stag lane entrance)
Term Dates - Autumn 2009:
September: 4th, 11th, 18th
October: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
November: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
December: 4th (Parents Evening)
(Note: No School on September 25th and October 30th)
We look forward to welcoming you to participate in these activities!
