Fundamentals of Jainism. This item is unavailable.Fundamentals of Jainism

A new study on the basic principles of Jainism, evaluation of relevance in the contemporary world. by a leading scholar and activist

Dr. Jagdish Prasad Jain Sadhak is Founder of Jain Mission and Editor of Jain Agam. He has published numerous articles in national and international journals and has lectured extensively in India and the United States, including Conventions of the Federation of Jain Associations in North America and Jain Center of Northern California. Professional Career With an extensive research experience of over 50 years, he is now fully devoted to the study of Jainism. He was formerly Diplomat/Adviser, Indian Mission to the United Nations, New York; Deputy Director, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India; and Professor, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Publications He has written or extensive commentaries Dr Jain has published nearly a dozen books, including Fundamentals of Jainism, which was adjudged the best book on Jain religion and philosophy in January 2004 in an all-India competition. Salvation through Self-Discipline: Niyamsara of Kundakunda, Spiritual Insights: Ishtopadesh Samadhi Shatak by Pujyapada (editor), Spiritual Enlightenment: Paramatma Prakash by Yogindu Deva (editor), The Enlightened Vision of the Self: Svarupa Sambodhana of Akalanka (editor).