INTRODUCTORY COURSE IN JAINISM

 

Introduction to Jainism

Objective: to understand the basic philosophy of Jainism as philosophy that propagates peace and harmony in the world.

Contents:

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Origin and Development of Jainism

1.3 Mahavira

1.4 Sacred Scriptures of Jainism

1.5 The Concept of God

1.6 The Concept of the Soul- Namokara Manthra, 24 Thirthankaras

1.7 Understanding the Universe

1.8 Jiva and Ajiva Dravya-Pudgala, dharma, Adharma, Akaasha, Kaala

1.9. Asrava

1.10 Bandha

1.11 Samavara

1.12 Nirajara

1.13 Jaina Ethics

1.14 Liberation (Moksa)

1.15 Living and letting others to live: principles to be followed by Jains in ordinary Life

1.16 Jain Sects

1.17 Relevance of Jainism today- Anekaantha Vaada, Svadhyaya, and Nayavaada

1.18 Likely Contribution of Jainism to Conflict Resolution and Peace Building

 

Method of teaching       

 

Class Lectures

Special Lectures

Group discussion, Field Visits

Seminar Presentations

 

Evaluation

 

Class Room participation, capacity to grasp the basic tenets and apply the same in resolving the crisis, Assignments submitted, and written examination, followed by a Viva Voce

 

 

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