Faith and Philosophy of Jainism

Jainism is a religion which symbolizes solidarity and unity between all beings. Jainism is deeply philosophical and a very scientific religion. This book covers historical developments of Jainism from its earliest time to its latest version. As one of the world's major religions, Jainism has today a very long history of a splendid tradition, with a well-defined philosophy and code of ethics. This volume covers its beginning, antiquity, doctrines, Tirthankaras, spread, and its contribution to world's culture and art heritage. Main sects and practices, important scriptures, prestigious scholars, sacred sites, prayers and pilgrimages, beliefs, rituals and ceremonies, all are covered in this volume. About The Author:- Arun Kumar Jain was born on 17th Oct. 1951. His ancestors belonged to the village of Binauli, Barauth in Western U.P., India. Hailing from a Jain family, he was given the knowledge of Jainism as legacy. After passing from Jain School, Darya Ganj, he entered Delhi College of Engineering, something that opened new vistas for him, with friends who came from all walks of life and indirectly persuaded him for introspection of his own values. The more he introspected and analyzed, the more fervent he became in his practices and stand he now enlightened. This lit up a desire to spread words about philosophy of Jainism. However, the entanglements of life prevented him for so long to accomplish his desire but now. He is well known in his political and social circle for his writings which are crisp, clear, and direct. Contents:- Contents, Preface ix, 1. Jainism: An Introduction 1, 2. History 15, The Ancientness of Jainism, Origin, Early History, Medieval History, Modern History, References, 3. Philosophy 31, Basic Philosophy, Divine Laws, Primary Beliefs, Jiva, Ajiva, Asrava, Bandha, Samvara, Nirjara, Moksh, Ethics, Metaphysics, Jainism: A, Scientific Religion, Difference between Jainism and Vedic Hindu, Religion, References, 4. Concept of God 55, Defining God, Arihant, Siddha, Dimensions of God, Deities, Yakshas, and Yakshanis, Philosophy of God, Messengers of God, Tirthankar, Nirvana, References, 5. Main Figures 69, Main Figures in Early Period, Ajitnath, Sambhavnath, Abhinandannatha, Sumatinatha, Padmaprabha, Suparshavnatha, Chandraprabha, Pushpadanta, Sheetalnath, Shreyansanath, Vasupujya Swami, Vimalnath, Anantnath, Dharmanath, Shantinath, Kunthunath, Aranath, Mallinath, Main Figures in Medieval Period, Unisuvrata, Naminath, Neminatha, Parshavanath, Bhagwan, Mahavir, Main Figures in Modern Period, Kundakunda, Acharya, Hemachandra, References, 6. Scriptures 95, Divine Words, Namokar Mantra, Religious Scriptures, Agam, Literature, Ang-agams, Ang-bahya-agams, Classification of Angbahya-, agams, Digambar Jain Literature, Shatkhand-agam, Kashaypahud, Four Anuyogas, Details, Non-Religious Scriptures, References, 7. Teachings 109, Spiritual Teachings, Redemption, Devotion to God, Ethical Actions, Message of Harmony and Love, References, vi Faith & Philosophy of Jainism, 8. Moral Value System 125, Moral Values, Morality in Life, Moral Values for Leader, Moral Duties, of Subjects, Moral Values in Society, Pratimas, Practical Aspects, References, 9. Movements 139, Religious Movements, The Sthanakvasi, Terapanth, The Kanji Swami, Panth, Shrimad Rajachandra, Reform Movements, Reform, Movements in the Digambar Sect, Reform Movements in the, Shvetambar Sect, Revivalist Movements, References, 10. Reformers 157, Reformers in Early Period, Kundakunda, Acharya Bhadrabahu, Tiruvalluvar, Siddhasen Diwakar, Reformers in Medieval Period, Pujyapada, Haribhadra, Acharya Hemachandra, Reformers in, Modern Period, Acharya Bhikshu, Acharya Rajendrasuri, Acharya, Tulsi, Acharya Mahapragya, References, 11. Major Sects 173, Digambar Sect, Sub Sects, Shvetambar Sect, Sub Sects, References, 12. Demographic Propagation 187, Origin, Early Rise, Factors Responsible for Rise, Jainism in other, Parts of World, Demographics, References, 13. Socio-Political Influence 201, Socio-Political Identity, Jainism and Politics, Fundamentalism, Contemporary Politics, References, 14. Religious Rituals and Traditions 213, Religious Rituals, Samayik, Chaturvimsati, Vandan, Pratikraman, Kayotsarg, Pratyakhan, Social Rituals, Fasting, Ceremonial Rituals, Birth Ceremony, Marriage Ceremony, Death Rites, Other Rituals, Daily Puja, Vandan Kirtan, Special Pujas, References, 15. Society 231, Social Order, Social Conduct, Social Ethics, Traditional Values, Caste, System, Status of Women, References, 16. Festivals 243, Bhagwan Mahavir Jayanti, Paryusana Parva, Diwali, New Year, Gyan, Panchami, Paush dashami, Akshay Tritiya Tapa, Maun-agiyaras, Navapad Oli, Yaksha Puja, Snatra Mahotsav, Atthai Mahotsav, References, CONTENTS:- vii, 17. Religious Places 253, Religious Places in India, Shri Bhagwan Mahavirji Tirth, Shri, Sametshikar Teerth, Shri Gunyaji Teerth, Shri Kalikund Teerth, Bhinmal Jain Tirth, Dilwara Temples, Palitana Temples, Ranakpur, Khajuraho, Religious Places Outside India, Shri Ashtapadh Teerth, Siddhachalam, References, 18. Art and Iconography 269, History, Archaeological Findings, Architecture, Atadakar Symbols, Tadakar Symbols, Temples, Sculptures, Stupas, Caves, Temples, Calligraphy, Present Day Examples, References, 19. Mahatma Gandhi, Jainism and India’s Freedom Struggle 277, Gandhi’s Life, Gandhi and Jainism, Gandhi & Jainism Principle of, Ahimsa, Doctrine of Ahimsa and Freedom Movement, References, 20. Jainism in Modern World 291, Diaspora, Modern Religious Movements, Spiritual Revolution, Future, Jainism as a Global Religion, Great Men’s Views on Jainism, References, Bibliography 301, Index 307 The Title 'Faith and Philosophy of Jainism written/authored/edited by Arun Kumar Jain', published in the year 2009. The ISBN 9788178357232 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 330 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is RELIGION / PHILOSOPHY. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-