कृष्ण अष्टमी के दिन वर्षिताप जैन संप्रदाय के तपस्वियों की वार्षिक तपस्या शुरू हो जाती है।अगले दिन कृष्ण नवमी को जैन धर्म के पहले तीर्थंकर, भगवान ऋषभदेव का जन्म इसी दिन अयोध्या में हुआ था।

One of the world’s oldest religions, Jainism, has its roots in ancient India. This non-theistic religion stresses spiritual self-reliance and self-control as well as non-violence to all living beings. The ethical rigor of Jainism and its ascetic practices are often mentioned.

Jainism developed from the 7th to 5th century BCE in the Ganges valley of eastern India and shares a common ancestry with Hinduism and Buddhism reflecting contemporary spiritual and philosophical heterogeneity at that time. The founders of Jainism are called Tirthankaras; among them, Mahavira(599-527 BCE) is the most recent and best known. Mahavira is commonly placed as a contemporary with Buddha, while his teachings form tenets for Jain religious philosophy.

Main Laws:

• Ahimsa (Non-Violence): Ahimsa is the primordial rule in Jain tradition which means harmlessness or non-violence towards anything that breathes whether by thought, speech, or action.
• Anekantvad (Non Absolutism): It preaches that truth and reality are intricate matters that can be seen from various standpoints which will require openness in mind to accommodate different opinions.

श्रुत पंचमी दुर्लभ जैन ग्रंथों और शास्त्रों के संरक्षण का पर्व

Jainism is one of the oldest religions in the world, famous for its principles of non-violence (ahimsa), empathy and self-control. Jain religious life is dominated by ascetics who give up worldly possessions to concentrate on spiritual matters. Among other known cases of male ascetics (Sadhus), there are also female ascetics called Sadhvis in the Jain religion. This paper will examine how Jain Sadhvis live, what they do, and the difficulties they face while giving an insight into their significant contributions within a patriarchal society.

The Spiritual Journey of Jain Sadhvis: The choice about becoming a Sadhvi is not a simple one; it is a profound calling from God with earnest devotion to Jain norms. Ascetic life styles of Sadhvis include giving away all their material possessions, renouncing family ties, and leaving behind worldly aspirations to be devoted purely to achieving spiritual progress that will ultimately result in release from the cycle of birth and death (moksha).

Giving Up and Beginning: Normally, the journey begins with Diksha ritual for the sadhvi where she renounces her previous life through taking vows on chastity, non-violence, truthfulness, non-attachment and austerity. It marks her initiation into monastic presence after having led a worldly lay person’s life before this stage.

Jainism, one of the worlds oldest religions, offers deep insights on reality, human life and moral existence. Jain philosophy is founded on three fundamental ideas; Ahimsa (non-violence), Anekantavada (non-absolutism) and Aparigraha (non- possession). This book provides an in-depth examination of these basic aspects of Jainism such as their meaning, practical implications and transformative value in guiding people towards moral behavior and spiritual development.

The Principle of Non-Violence:The principle of non-violence is described as being not merely the backbone but also the corner stone of Jain philosophy. It goes further than just refraining from physical injury; it encompasses all forms of harm that are inflicted upon sentient beings including psychological, emotional or environmental harm. Ahimsa demands that individuals should acquire compassion, empathy for others and respect for each form of life since all forms are interconnected with a common nature. Jains embrace Ahimsa to avoid causing any suffering if they can help it, to create peaceful relationships with others and maintain harmony in their interaction with the world around them.

इस दिन ऋषि-मुनि अधिक से अधिक धार्मिक ध्यान, यज्ञ और तपस्या करते हैं। एक-दूसरे से माफी मांगना और दूसरों को माफ करना दोस्ती की ओर बढ़ता है।

Jainism is one of the oldest religions in India that follows non-violence (ahimsa), compassion, and respect for all life forms. This religion has deep insights into modern ecological and nutritional problems as it looks at ways of dealing with environmental ethics from a Jain perspective. The paper discusses such issues as conservation, sustainable living, or global vegetarianism/veganism which are greatly influenced by this faith.

Durable Development and Conservation in Jain Environmental Ethics:One of the major teachings of Jainism is conservation. According to this belief system, every creature including plants and animals has a soul (jiva). Thus, they should be treated equally with love and care because we are all interconnected within nature’s web. Non-violence towards ecology has been given priority by Jains who believe that if we harm any part of these delicate balances then whole life will be affected negatively.

Ecologically-friendly Lifestyle based on Non-violence Concept towards NatureAnother principle concerning ecological balance or harmony is known as parihara which means avoiding harming living things unnecessarily whether small or big ones through thoughtless actions such as overconsumption; so being mindful about what needs to be done without causing harm.

1. 1.Principles of Ahimsa: Non-Violence as a Way of Life

At the core of Jainism lies the principle of Ahimsa, or non-violence. Jains believe in the sacredness of all living beings, promoting a lifestyle that minimizes harm to any form of life. This commitment to non-violence extends not only to actions but also to thoughts and words, emphasizing the profound impact of our choices on the well-being of others.

Ahimsa: Going Beyond the Principle of Non-Violence The fundamental tenet of Jain philosophy is ahimsa, which is commonly translated as non-violence. In Jainism, ahimsa encompasses not just not harming others physically but also one's words and ideas. Investigating the ways in which ahimsa practice can impact our day-to-day relationships, moral decisions, and even our relationship with the environment provides a path toward a life that is more harmonious and compassionate.

Non-Violence­ (Ahimsa): This concept is key in Jainism. It encourage­s harmlessness in action, spee­ch, and thought to each living thing. Jains hold that every cre­ature has a soul, or "jiva." They are de­termined to cause the­ least harm possible. They practice­ tenderness and care­ in their everyday actions.Ve­getarianism: Jains are vege­tarians, related closely to the­ idea of ahimsa. They skip meat, fish, e­ggs, and certain veggies growing be­low the ground. Foods like onions and garlic are off the­ir menu as theyre tie­d to harming life. By eating vege­tarian, Jains aim to minimize animal harm and boost their spiritual cleanline­ss. 

The Three Bases of Jainism: The three core tenets of Jainism are referred to as the "Three Jewels" or "Ratnatraya." These are the three: Samyak Jnana (right knowledge), Samyak Darshana (right faith), and Samyak Charitra (right conduct). Advocates of these beliefs contend that following them results in emancipation from the cycle of birth and death and spiritual enlightenment.

इसी दिन पहली बार लिखी गई थी भगवान महावीर की वाणी

हर 12 साल में दुनिया भर में करोड़ों जैन धर्म के अनुयायी बाहुबली का महामस्तकाभिषेक करने के लिए जुटते हैं।

Beginnings and Historical Background: Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, is regarded as the final and most important disciple of God in ancient India, where Buddhism first arrived. Mahavira, who was born in the sixth century BCE, gave up on the material world in pursuit of wisdom and spiritual truth. His teachings, which highlight the idea of "kindness," or non-violence, as the most important virtue, serve as the basis of Jain philosophy.

Jainism, one of the oldest religions that began in ancient India, gives deep insights about existence, ethics and spirituality. Fundamental ideas of Jain philosophy include Dravya (substance), Pramana (valid knowledge), Soul (Jiva) and Karma (action and its consequences). This inclusive examination will look into each of these pivotal concepts in Jain religion by clarifying their meanings, importance as well as implications for personal transformation and spiritual growth.

Dravya: The Essence of Existence In Jainism, Dravya signifies the basic substances or categories of reality that make up the universe. According to Jain philosophy, there are six eternal substances which never change; they are known as Dravyas:

• Jiva (Soul): The sentient conscious being that has individual consciousness and undergoes birth, death, rebirth (samsara).
• Ajiva (Non-living): The non-sentient inactive entities that exist together with souls but serve as their backdrop in order to make them experience life. Ajive is inclusive of matter (Pudgala), space(Akasha), time(Kala) and motion(Dharma).
• Pudgala (Matter): Pudgala is a physical world’s material substance made up of atoms, molecules and all solid objects that one can touch. Pudgala has attributes which include; color, taste, smell and touch.
• Akasha (Space): The space without boundaries between objects in the universe. Akasha enables matter and souls to exist or move about.
• Kala (Time): Time is an everlasting dimension that never changes and determines the order of events as they happen in life. Time is a continuous flow with moments like past, present and future.
• Dharma (Motion): Dharma refers to a natural impulse or force that causes objects or entities to move within the universe, interacting with each other. It makes reality dynamic by ensuring a constant change of existence.
• To understand Jainism worldview it is important to comprehend Dravya– its essence lies in seeing everything around as interconnected whole that cannot be separated from one another. By understanding how Dravyas are interconnected Jains learn to acknowledge the sacredness of existence and reduce violence in their relationships with the world.

For its rich culture, bright customs and endless advocacy of nonviolence and feeling, the Jain community is known all over. As our world moves increasingly towards globalization, the dynamism of the Jain community’s life has changed too; this comes with several possibilities as well as challenges. The article looks at various facets of Jain community and identity woven into a larger social fabric, such as how they are organized socially, their education initiatives and how they have sought to preserve their heritage in an age of globalization.

Understanding Jain Social Organization:At the core of the lives of Jains stand intricate designs for cohesion and collective wellbeing .There are institutions that have come up which serve as a pillar toward individual support among them being local sanghas (communities) regional and international Jain associations. Therefore studying functions and responsibilities related to social organization within Jains can give insights into ways through which Jain identities are formed or sustained