Religion and spirituality Sep 23, 2008
There are many religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Jainism, Islam and Zoaroatriansm. The individual starts observing the tenets -- themes delivered -- and receives joy and strength. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
Last year at Wellesley High Sep 12, 2008
His parents are from India, and the whole family practices Jainism, an Indian religion. It was the beginning of a 10-day holiday for his family, and the weekend was filled with praying, going to the temple and, for Jain, catching up on his sleep. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Monk delivers message of peace to Burlington Aug 22, 2008
The second question he asked is what is the meaning of Jainism. I told them if are turning your heart to nonviolence, respecting differences, and have faith and love in all living beings, you are a Jain. (Burlington Union, MA)
Why don’t people get same mercy Aug 16, 2008
It should be mentioned that religious traditions such as Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism and even some types of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, believe and teach that animals are also ensouled beings. Some practitioners are vegetarians for this reason, and their sensitivity to the suffering and the spiritual dignity of animals ought to make all of us reflect on the ways we use and abuse animals on earth. (New Haven Register, CT)
God, You're useless Aug 11, 2008
In the Indic tradition - which includes Buddhism, Jainism and atheistical branches of Hinduism - God has largely been an irrelevance in the cosmic scheme of things, His superfluity emphasised by a plethoric pantheon comprising not One, All-powerful CEO but an entire overstaffed (and presumably underworked) department of subordinate staff represented by some 33 million deities. Mass production at its best. (India Times, India)
Green Cove resident meets the pope Jul 27, 2008
The ceremony played host to representatives from five different religions, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Jainism and Islam, each of whom had the opportunity to present the pope with a gift and discuss the importance of the item with him. "He didn't say much, he was really listening," Fukata said about Pope Benedict. (Florida Times-Union)
San Francisco businesses learn it's easy to be green Jul 14, 2008
"My religion (Jainism) is about minimalism," she said. She was taught never to waste anything. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Religious leaders allowed to avoid parking hell Jun 29, 2008
The scheme is open to applicants of all faiths including Baha'i, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism and Rastafarianism. Applications from worshippers on faith business will also be considered. (BBC News -- UK)
The Jihad Against Free Speech Jun 20, 2008
The most exasperating part of it is, unlike Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, Taoism, Confucianism and EVERY other "ism", Islam believes that it is perfectly OK to LIE in defense of Islam. So. (Human Events Online)
Letters for Monday, May 19, 2008 May 20, 2008
The Golden Rule essentially states the same thing in most religions of the world be it Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Bahai, Confucianism, Taoism, Jainism and many other religions are all based on: Do not do to others that of which if done to thee, would cause thee pain. There is a tree trimmer and landscaper who comes into our neighborhood when they re not making noise with their high-power chainsaw, weed blowers and oversized sit down mowers with a need to blast their... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Catholic-Muslim Dialogue Improving, Says Muslim Leader May 2, 2008
The pope was presented with symbolic gifts from representatives of each of the major religions in attendance at the gathering: Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism and Judaism. A representative of American Muslims gave him "a small, finely crafted edition of the Qur'an, in green leather and gold leaf edging.". (CNSnews.com)
Third Letter to a Secular Nation Apr 17, 2008
Harris continues with his secular praise of Jainism. (T)he doctrine of Jainism is an objectively better guide to becoming like Martin Luther King, Jr., than the doctrine of Christianity ... Harris continues with his secular praise of Jainism. (Townhall.com)
Pope's US Tour: A Substantive Guide Apr 16, 2008
Judaism, Islam, Jainism, Buddhism and Hinduism will all be represented. The Church and Young People The one encounter we know that the Pope specifically requested was his meeting with 25,000 young Catholics and 5,000 seminarians starting at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph's Seminary in Yonkers. (Time.com)
Despite public sentiment, Sundays likely to stay dry for now Feb 13, 2008
Therein, if whether you subscribe to Bah', Buddhism, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, , Jainism, Judaism, Shinto, Sikhism - or Christianity for that matter - everyone should be offended that such laws continue to exist. So, while some may hide behind such laws in the name of their faith, I argue that these people can not be true Republicans, nor can they be true Christians. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Indian index gives stocks a religious edge Jan 23, 2008
Dow Jones Indexes acknowledges that dharma or dhamma is a "spiritual concept central to the many religions originating in South Asia, including Hinduism, the Buddha's non-sectarian teachings, Jainism, and Sikhism.". The Dharma Index subscribes to the core of all spiritual thought originating in India: non-violence, respect for all forms of life, compassion and loving kindness. (Asia Times Online)
BHS cafeteria becomes a melting pot Dec 28, 2007
Religion tables were also set up, including Jainism, Sikhism, Hinduism, and Judaism. The first year we did this, it was after school and only one student showed up. (Burlington Union, MA)
* The globalization of ethics Dec 2, 2007
In Jainism, it is stated as: "A man should wander about treating all creatures as he himself would be treated.". In Buddhism: "A state that is not pleasant or delightful to me must also be so to him; and a state that is not pleasing or delightful to me, how could I inflict that upon another?". (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hindu school is first to make vegetarianism a condition of entry Nov 30, 2007
Broadly these criteria reflect practices which are common to all mainstream Hindu movements in the UK including the Swaminarayan temples, Iskcon and Jainism as well as all the other branches of Hinduism that have large congregations in Harrow. " Related articles20.11.2007: 29.09.2007: 23.09.2007: 05.12.2006: 31.10.2006: 28.10.2006: 27.10.2006: 24.10.2006: 18.10.2006: 17.10.2006: 03.10.2006: Comment and analysis19.09.2007: 29.10.2006: 25.10.2006: 24.10.2006: 04.10.2006: 26.09.2006: Special report... (Guardian Unlimited)
Book Review: The Elephanta Suite Nov 13, 2007
Here a shy, germ-aphobic young Boston lawyer is introduced to Indian business practices, Indian sexual morality and the principles of Jainism. Dwight Huntsinger's shift from global capitalist to solitary seeker commences in Mumbai, which to a man of his temperament is hell. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Mystery of Diwali festival-II Nov 7, 2007
Hinduism and Jainism are now practiced by all these racial elements ... Hinduism and Jainism believe in supreme enlightenment. (Navhind Times)
Mgmt gyaan from CEO Lord Krishna Nov 2, 2007
"Scholars from different religious traditions deliver lectures. These include Hinduism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Sufism, Jainism, Judaism and other religions, though the focus is not on scriptures. The focus is on spirituality, not religion.". Ramnath Narayanaswamy says: "There are three components in management the analytical (head), the emotional (heart) and the spiritual (soul). But, management education completely ignores emotional intelligence (EI) and focuses only on analytical... (India Times, India)
Respect for all, large and small Oct 5, 2007
Bhavika Maniar, 8, celebrates the last prophet of Jainism at the Hindu temple, Shri Mandir, in San Diego on Sunday WALDO NILO Staff Photographer. Bhavika Maniar, 8, celebrates the last prophet of Jainism at the Hindu temple, Shri Mandir, in San Diego on Sunday WALDO NILO Staff Photographer ... Today, Jainism is one of the world's oldest but smallest religions. (North County Times)
CBS 2 At The Met: Asian Art Aug 19, 2007
"In Hinduism you actually invite the deity to reside within the image. And in Jainism, perhaps the most abstract with this idea of a perfect mediating still god."That stillness is evident in this 11th century white marble statue of a jina, an enlightened being in Jainism. Behrendt says: "What you are really seeing is meditative and the emphasis is on his body, which of course is perfected through rebirths.". (CBS New York, NY)
Difference between Buddhism, Hinduism significant Aug 4, 2007
Hinduism is not only one of the world's major religions with approximately 900 million adherents, but in its roots also lie three other major religions of the world: Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. This column focuses on Buddhism. (The Clarion-Ledger)
New book encapsulates universal values of religions in Singapore Aug 3, 2007
Titled "A Harmony of Minds", the book features a collection of excerpts from the major faiths - Bahai faith, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Jainism, Sikhism, Taoism and Zoroastrian. The book is written in the four official languages and contains photographs contributed by the Photographic Society of Singapore. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Gujarat governor returns Religion bill Aug 1, 2007
The letter explains that Buddhism, Jainism and Hinduism are independent religions, while the bill considers Buddhism and Jainism a part of Hinduism. The letter says that it is an attempt to allow Buddhists and Jains to convert to Hinduism without having to take permission from the authorities. (NDTV.com)
Religious version of Pop Idol hits India - but there are no losers Jul 6, 2007
"I attend classes where I learns about my religion, Jainism and I think I am quite religious by nature. I wouldn't mind participating in such a programme," she said. However, computer instructor Vandana Parekh feels religion is something personal that one "does in one's free time" so Religious Indian Idol will not draw her to the sofa. (BBC News -- South Asia)
To eat or not was never in question Jul 4, 2007
Their ideology is based upon ahimsa an important part of Buddhism, Hinduism and especially Jainism. It's found in Hindu Upanishads and detailed in the Bhagavad Gita, the Puranas and both Jain and Buddhist texts. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Work skills trump family ties in immigration bill before Senate Jun 28, 2007
The Shahs also said keeping the family together helped them stay close to their faith, Jainism a religion with few followers in Florida. Based on a doctrine of nonviolence, it calls for followers to minimize activities that involve killing animals, plants or insects. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Bad real estate deals come between 'friends' Jun 18, 2007
Narendra Shah, a candy shop owner in Woodside, said he always considered his faith very important, so when he learned there was a Plainview organization devoted to Jainism, an Indian religion dedicated to nonviolence, he joined. There, he met Long Island Jain Center president and community leader Nayana "Nina" Shah. (Newsday)
Full Story » Jun 14, 2007
While at Chico, he said he and a friend took a course in Eastern religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism and used more positive terminology to describe a course that would lead to a long-term interest. t was a very inspirational class that was a lot of fun interesting, thought-provoking and moving, he said. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Letters Apr 27, 2007
" There will be no peace as long as Iran keeps butting in. One or two smart bombs might get their attention? Think so? I know it will.Bob Jumper (Apr 10, '07)Your banner notice on April 5 declares that you are taking a holiday and your next edition will be April 10. Acknowledging that, as a private enterprise, you have the right to do so, the fact that this time-out is sandwiched around Easter, the most sacred of Christian observances, is odd because: (1) Christianity is a minority religion in... (Asia Times Online)
Multifaith Calendar Apr 15, 2007
Jainism Akshaya-tritiya (Immortal Third) celebrates the day when Lord Rishabha broke his first year-long fast by drinking sugar cane juice. Multifaith Action Society. (Toronto Star)
Passage to India Apr 14, 2007
While many of the philosophies are often assumed to be Hindu in origin, Finlayson will discuss the varied traditions of the country that stem from a system of thinking known as the The Eternal Law or Santana Dharma, a bedrock philosophy that is thought to be the dominant force in Hinduism and its offspring: Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Many, like Finlayson, also believe that The Eternal Law has had an impact on Judeo-Christian ideals. (Carroll County Times)
SHAMAN: Jainism's martial arts Apr 4, 2007
Jainism is a religion that was founded in India around the same time as Buddhism, and like its chronological brother, it has principles such as karma and rebirth based on the many religious concepts prevalent in India at the time. The reason I have chosen to convert to Jainism this week is because there exists within it a superficial contradiction ... Jainism's non-violent stance is so powerful that not only has it influenced the likes of Gandhi, but it has also shaped the entire outward... (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
Self-employment mainstay for all religious groups Mar 31, 2007
The number for Jainism, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism or others together was 3,217. In rural areas, about 84 per cent of households accounting for 83 per cent of population followed Hinduism, and 10 per cent of the households, representing 12 per cent of the population, followed Islam. (Hindu)
PM greets nation on Mahavir Jayanti eve Mar 30, 2007
Friday, March 30, 2007. Indo-Asian News Service. (Hindustan Times, India)
Is 'Incredible India' merely a slogan? Feb 8, 2007
If Jainism is more than frugal living, our jewellery is its bang opposite. Gold we hoard, platinum we lust. (India Times)
Country on the riseThe key facts and figures behind the changing face of India Feb 4, 2007
Major religions include Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikkhism, Buddhism and Jainism. India was ruled by the British from the early 19th Century until 1947. (BBC News)
Letters: 3-foot bike margin would add safety Feb 4, 2007
Chris Foulke wrote on February 02, 2007 12:44 AM:"Bully bully for William McKinney. The whole God thing has gotten out of hand in this country. I believe in God, but what is God? God is a socially-prescribed name we attribute to the Almighty, the powerful, little understood force(s) that are motive in the Universe. Why does God have to have a name? Isn't it or he or she more importantly identified or understood by what he, she, or it is and does? The Tao Te Ching says that the Tao that can be... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
