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This work presents the fundamental concepts of Jainism, such as enlightened view, manifoldness of reality, doctrine of Karma etc. in modern context giving rational explanations in simple language. It explains how rules of moral conduct contribute to peace, happiness and social wellbeing. It is an authentic and systematic compendium of the essence of Jainism free from sectarian approach. ... Read more

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Straight forward account of the basic tenets of Jainism, with over 350 illustrations, shrines, pilgrimage. Includes color plates, excellent production ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

EXCELLENT BOOK
I agree with the author that Mahavira is the eldest son of not only India but of the Universe.Ahimsa - Dyanamic Non-Violence is the only answer for universal brotherhood. the Ahimsa the anekantwad & the aparigrah - theJain trinity will save the planet & protect it from pollution.

Remarkable collection of photographs
Written by Kurt Titze, a German, this book includes a large number of dramatic photographs taken by the author. He has visited quite of few of the remote Jain pilgrimage sites that most Jains will not have a chance tovisit. It contains very well researched description of all the sitescovered.

This is quite an unusual book. Strongly recommended for personalJain libraries, although it is a fairly expensive book.

Interwoven withthe articles on Jain pilgrimage centers, the basic principles of Jainism,specially non-violence, are highlighted. ... Read more

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In an integrated and comprehensive framework, this book deals in depth with different dimensions of one of the most ancient surviving religions of the world.Dr. Natubhai Shah's essay is a magnum opus encompassing a vast range of perspectives on Jainism.The discussions on its sacred literature and modern ideas on Jain Philosophy, Jain Logic, Science, Art, Architecture, Temples and Pilgrimages, are backed by appendices, bibliography, glossary and an inclusive index. ... Read more

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The Encyclopedia of Buddhism provides a comprehensive overview of one of Asia's most important religious and social forces, describing the Buddhist worldview, basic teachings and practices, history, and the different schools and sects. This intriguing set illuminates a religion that is a mystery to most Westerners by exploring Buddhist scriptures, art, architecture, saints, demons, monastic orders, festivals, rites and ceremonies, as well as the different forms Buddhism has taken in different parts of the world, and how it has blended with other religions like Shinto, Confucianism, Daoism and Christianity.

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Jainism, and ancient religion, believes that the material world is eternal, processing endlessly in a series of vast cycles. ... Read more

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Although the Jains have a religious history spanning two-and -a-half millennia Western scholars have shown little interest in them until recently.Drawing on fieldwork conducted among Jains in the Indian state of Gujarat and a migrant Gujarati Jain group in Leicester, England, Marcus Banks aims to provide an understanding of contemporary Jain identity through an examination of their social and religious organizations.The first part of the book describes the array of religious and caste organizations found among Jains in the Indian city of Jamnagar and how Jains from Jamnagar and elsewhere in Gujarat migrated to East Africa, transforming their organizations in the process.The second part looks at the new forms of organization that have developed among the Jains who came to Leicester fromEast Africa and the part these have played in changing perceptions of Jainism itself.Throughout the book Dr Banks plays special attention to the use and transformation of urban space by religious and other groups, and he concludes with comments on the definition of religion and religious identity.This is one of the first book-length studies of the Jains as a migrant group overseas, where they are studied in their own right rather than simply as an ethnic minority.It will be valuable both for its documentation of a small but influential population and for its direct comparison of aspects of communal and religious organization in India and the UK. ... Read more