1. Jainism is a Religion of Practice
(Jain Way of Life)
Non-Violence is the Supreme Religion of All Religions
Most all are vegetarians and some are vegan
Would avoid business that involves violence
Many would not eat root vegetables
Many would even avoid walking on grass
Practice of fasting or eating only one meal/day
Practice of not eating after sunset
Minimize use of water and fire
Charity – Animal Welfare - Philanthropy
2. Jainism is a Religion of Practice
(Practice for Jain community)
Building of Animal Shelters
Building of Schools and Hospitals
Support Language Research Institutes
Research and training in Sanskrit, Prakrit,
and Other Ancient Indian Languages
Remarkable contribution by Jain Monks in
all Major Indian Languages
3. Practice of Jain Monks
Non Possessiveness: Would not possess any
property, assets, money, or Furniture
Travel by Walking
Lifetime Celibacy
Many would not even posses any clothing
Some would possess only 2-3 pieces of fabrics
Intense Practice of Austerities and Penance
Study of Scriptures
Research in ancient Indian Languages
Contribution – Social Uplift and Education
4. Jain Prayers
Universal Forgiveness Prayer
I grant forgiveness to all living beings.
May all living beings grant me forgiveness.
My friendship is with all living beings.
My enmity is totally nonexistent.
5. Universal Peace and Friendship Prayer
Shivmastu Sarva Jagatah, Par‑ hit‑ nirata
bhavantu bhutaganah,
Doshah Prayantu Nasham, Sarvatra Sukhi
bhavantu lokah.
May the whole Cosmos be blessed.
May all beings engage in each other's well
beings.
May all weakness, sickness and faults
diminish and vanish.
May everyone and everywhere be healthy,
prosper, blissful, and peaceful.
