I don’t write about my parent’s religion here very often, but since this weekend marks the 16th Biennial Jaina Convention, we might as well discuss Jainism.
For those who don’t know, Jainism’s major tenet is non-violence. If you know anything about Jaini…
Jainism is considered one of the most ancient religious traditions of India. There was a time when Jainism was popular both in north and south India and patronized by many great kings of great repute, including Chandragupta Maurya. It is probably the most…
The three jewels of Jainism are also known as three gems and three refuges. They are different from the three jewels of Buddhism. They constitute the core practice of Jainism for both the ascetics and the laity. The three jewels are interdependent and yet…
On June 9, a law allowing patients with terminal illnesses to finish their own lives with assistance from a doctor came to effect in California, starting discussions about whether human life ought to be extended against the desire to die peacefully and wi…