A man comprises many facets, and there is always a struggle between good and bad thoughts, emotions and actions. One who was very calm in the morning becomes angry as the scorching sun at noon, a person who is usually decent and well-liked becomes a demon and hard to tolerate. These contradictory states coexist in a person and it is a constant struggle to subdue the negativity and unlock positive energies. Based on decades of deep thought on the subject, venerated guru Acharya Mahapragya offers a phased, multi-dimensional approach to becoming more aware of ourselves in order to break free of the bondage of negative thought, speech and action.
At the heart of peaceful coexistence in today's fissured world lies the family. It is here that the individual first learns to interact with people, and picks up the valuable trait of tolerance. For, as in the family, so too in the world outside, no two people are the same. Differences are inevitable, and to surmount them tolerance is a must. It is this and other aspects of living happily and harmoniously in a family and how these attitudes can be replicated in society that Acharya Mahapragya discusses in this book. The subject is all the more important today as the family is itself facing a crisis as it struggles to survive against a rising tide of individuality and self-centredness. The Happy and Harmonious Family provides a number of solutions to everyday familial problems, and various practices of contemplative meditation which will enable a reader to overcome negativity within the family. With its emphasis on time-tested values and practical solutions, this book is a valuable guide to helping shape a better life.
Foreword by Shivraj V. Patil The story of Tirthankara Rishabha has passed down generations of Jains. Acharya Mahapragya, the tenth Acharya of the Jain Swetambar Terapanth, presents it to us in a composition of 2,000 verses. Tracing the evolution of human civilization as it grew from a society based on need to one attached to material possessions, the epic depicts the search for truth and the role of renunciation and sacrifice in it. As the first king, Rishabha does his primary duty of ensuring the well-being of his subjects. But then one spring morning, a small thought on the withering away of flowers triggers deep reflection in him: Is there more to life than reigning over a kingdom? To discover the meaning of life, he renounces his kingdom and wanders up to the Himalayas, thus introducing the idea of monkhood. With enlightenment comes the realization that all living beings have a soul that is indestructible and permanent and that true happiness lies in freedom from all attachment. Thus evolve the pillars of Jainism based on self-introspection and non-violence. Capturing the subtle dilemmas of the human soul caught in the mesh of existence, this translation by eminent translator Sudhamahi Regunathan offers the classic in a contemporary idiom, something to read aloud and savour for both the general reader and the scholar alike.
The cycle of joy and sorrow is perennial. Yet, they are largely of our own making. There is no market where we can go and buy either. As their source is not outside but within us, therefore, it is possible for us to transform or control them too. This is a vastly complex subject that man has struggled with for aeons. In Understanding Joy and Sorrow, Acharya Mahapragya, the tenth Acharya of the Jain Swetambar Terapanth sect and one of the most respected Jain thinkers of the world, outlines the causes, aspects and remedies of our unhappiness in twenty-one succinct chapters. Given here are chapters that address the role of anger, stress and desire in sorrow and those like detachment and fearlessness which help us be happy. Drawing upon anecdotes and examples, he holds up a mirror to our innermost fears and concerns. Alongside are five key exercises such as kayotsarga and antaryatra that provide a pathway to reaching mental calm. Kayotsarga is the process of relaxation of all the muscles in the body that helps one to release stress; antaryatra is the focussing of attention on the body's centre of energy to reach a state of balance and peace. Together with the other exercises given in the book these make it one of the most accessible books available on the subject, one that any reader can keep handy and benefit from by dipping into time and again.
March to Victory’ is an outstanding collection of the prose-lyrics written by Muni Nathmal (Acharya Mahapragya). In these poems, the poet has beautifully and successfully expressed the message of Lord Mahavira in a lyrical form. Under the lyrics philosophical illumination has been given, which help the readers in grasping the essence of the lyrics. Life is a journey, which succeeds when the traveler reaches his destination. Muni Nathmal (Acharya Mahapragya) has given an inspiring expression to this eternal truth by depicting the journey of spiritual victory of Lord Mahavira, in which the Lord valiantly annihilated the enemies of soul like anger, pride, deceit, lust, passion, attachment and aversion and finally attained the supreme goal
As we aspire for rising economic prosperity and a strong and confident India, this book forcefully reminds us of the values that make for a truly sustainable society, at the heart of which is the family. For it is not economic growth or military strength alone that will make India strong. Sustainable success comes from values, and these can sustain a society and a nation even in times of hardship. The book expresses an ideal by which Indian society may prosper and speaks of how spirituality can help create a noble nation and a better world. It provides a valuable counterpoint to the modern-day emphasis on consumerism and the philosophy of more is better, highlighting the sanctity of the natural world and its great power to evoke human creativity and love. Writing on this crucial subject are two iconic Indians. Together, Acharya Mahapragya and A.P.J. Abdul Kalam-- one a Jain muni revered as a saint, the other a visionary, a distinguished scientist and a former President of India-- bring their vast experience to bear on this important subject. As the authors put it, it's only a united and happy family that will lead to a strong nation, one that can be a true fulfilment of 5,000 years of India's civilization. The book takes up the difficult and pressing task of setting a new agenda in a time of radical social change. It shows us the path we need to follow to take India to its rightful place as a great nation.
Monk, Scholar And Philosopher, Acharya Mahaprajna Has Spent The Last Seventy-Five Years Walking Across The Length And Breadth Of The Country, Learning Not Only From The Texts And Wisdom Of Yore But Also From Every Being He Interacts With. His Understanding Of Human Nature And The Cosmos, Expressed In Pithy Sayings, Have Inspired Many. His Poems Are Eclectic: Often A Verse Captures The Essence Of A Discourse From The Gita Or The Upanishads Or The Jain Agamas; At Other Times, The Thought Behind A Poem Arises From Simple, But Insightful, Observation. This Collection Includes Some Of Acharya Mahaprajna S Most Visionary And Inspirational Poems.
Jainism And Its Philosophical Foundations Gives A Very Comprehensive View Of The Philosophy Of Jaina Religion.A Glimpse Of Personality; Stabilisation In Manhood; Happiness And Karmic Theory; Teaching On Human Endeavour; Natural Bliss; Teachings On The Means; Stages Of Enlightenment; Importance Of Commandments; Bondage And Liberation; Right And Wrong Knowledge; The Seer; Knowledge Of Discrimination; Teachings On Akarma; Mental Tranquillity Etc. Are The Major Topics Elaborately Interpreted By Acharya Mahapragyaji In This Book.
March to Victory’ is an outstanding collection of the prose-lyrics written by Muni Nathmal (Acharya Mahapragya). In these poems, the poet has beautifully and successfully expressed the message of Lord Mahavira in a lyrical form. Under the lyrics philosophical illumination has been given, which help the readers in grasping the essence of the lyrics. Life is a journey, which succeeds when the traveler reaches his destination. Muni Nathmal (Acharya Mahapragya) has given an inspiring expression to this eternal truth by depicting the journey of spiritual victory of Lord Mahavira, in which the Lord valiantly annihilated the enemies of soul like anger, pride, deceit, lust, passion, attachment and aversion and finally attained the supreme goal
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