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Michchami Dukkadam - Jain Pratikraman

Finding My Way To Bhaav Pratrikraman, Samvatsari Alochana for Paryushan

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] "Samvatsari" is the last day of Paryushan for us Shwetambar Jains. The Samvatasarik Pratikraman - a 3 to 4 hour event is a big deal for Jains all over the world. And even those who hardly follow any Jain stuff, will try to do this Pratikraman. This Pratikraman is an…

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मिथ्या मे दुष्कृतं : Michchami Dukkadam : Bringing Humility to my Actions

I was going through an English explanation/meaning of the Jain rituals like the Pratikraman. I have hugely propounded always that we should delve into the actual meaning of words and scriptures. And so I am always encouraging (pushing) my Jain relatives to delve into the actual meaning of the scriptures which they hold in high…

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Actions that Liberate: Doing Our Best [Karma Yoga]

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]In any situation, it seems the best option is to DO OUR BEST. Whatever it may be. A situation we like - do our best. A situation we don't like - do our best. Over time it does not matter whether we like or we don't like the situation. We just do our best. This…

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Spiritual Infrastructure

Spiritual Infrastructure: The Indian Heritage

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]Just a quick note about what I mean with this term because it is not often heard. The dictionary meaning of Infrastructure is:  the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities (e.g. buildings, roads, power supplies) needed for the operation of a society or enterprise. So for spiritual sadhana - what is the…

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Beginner's Guide to Meditation

Beginner’s Guide to Meditation: Here’s a Start!

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]A few different people have told me that they want to start meditation but not sure how/where. Obviously, there are multiple options in the market, but people aren't sure where to start. I thought a bit about it and have come up with a few suggestions. Before that, a quick note on…

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