Federation Of Jain Associations in North America
President's Message
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Jai Jinendra! |
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Have benevolence towards all living beings, joy at the sight of the virtuous, compassion and sympathy for the afflicted, and tolerance towards the indolent and ill-behaved. - Tattvarthasutra 7.11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Youth Survey | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
In order to serve our younger generation in better way and understand their needs, beliefs, opinions and suggestions with regards to Jainism, JAINA had conducted a youth survey at YJA Convention 2016. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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TAPaSAYA | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
To have birth as a human being is rare and that too having five senses and a mind to think. Due to Kshay (Attachment, Anger) the process of Karmabandhan is going on and resulting in the cycle of birth and death. One way of getting rid of Karmabandhan is Nirjara, and Tapasya is one of the best way to do Nirjara. Our Mind is responsible for both Karmabandhan and Liberation. If we have positive thoughts (Shubh Bhav) than we move more towards Liberation and with negative thoughts (Ashubh Bhav) we are more into Karmabandhan. The way brake is a must for a car, similarly tapasaya is a must for control of mind. The way Swan can separate milk and water, similarly tapasaya can lead to separation of Soul and Karma. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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JAINA CONVENTION 2017: Update | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Preparations for JAINA Convention 2017 have been proceeding at breakneck pace. All the Jain Centers in North America have been mailed a colorful and descriptive Convention poster with many details about registration and programming. Many Jain centers have reported positive feedback after displaying the poster during Paryushan and Das Laksana observances. Thanks for the enthusiastic support from Jain Centers - over the first 2 weeks, our registration surpassed 1,600 individuals and is continuing to exceed all expectations. The registration fee will increase somewhat after the first 2,500 registrants, so sign up as soon as you can! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Jain Centers Spotlight | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Jain Temple of Virginia, had excellent Angi on all eight days of Paryushan for last two years and congratulations to their Angi team for doing amazing, Angi. The temple is just two year old and have Shankheshwar Pashwanath Pratimaji as a Mulnayak. Please enjoy all Angi Darshan including Real Mogra, Cashew nut, Rajma - Mag, Dhoop etc. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
On Saturday, 3rd September, Swapna Ceremony as part of Paryushan parva were celebrated with around 500 familes. Dr Jitendra Shah explained the importance of each Swapna and the participating members had the honour to carry each swapna to the stage of the auditorium. The Pathshala Class G graduating students were recognized for their hard work. The participants of Pathshala 2016 Essay Competition were also reognised. The ceremony lasting for several hours concluded with Aarti and Mangal Divo and was followed by Swami Vatsalya Bhojan (dinner) at the spacious cafeteria hall of the above High School for all attendees of the auspicious function. An impassioned appeal was made by Dr. Sushil Jain, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, to ensure regular flow of donations for the building fund so as to expedite construction of the proposed multi-million dollar Shikhar Bandhi temple for which plans and drawings have already been approved. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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YJA: Update | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
At this time of the year, many young Jains are heading to college. We highly recommend that you become involved with our College Chapter Project. Participating schools include UPenn, Michigan, Pittsburgh, UT-Austin, Illinois, and Boston University. Want to stay connected to Jainism while pursuing your degree? Want to start your own college youth group? Please visit to learn more about YJA's College Chapter Project!'. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Tapasvi 2016 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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CHILDREN CORNER | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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