Based around the individual's own spiritual journey and the choices he or she makes, Jainism, more than other spiritual tradition alive today, can bridge the gap between eastern and western patterns of thought.
The Jain Path is the best introduction to Jainism available. It is at once very topical, clear and engaging. David Frawley (Pandit Vamdeva Shastri), Director of the American Institute of Vedic Studies.
Jainism is one of the forgotten jewels of the world's faiths. Aidan Rankin introduces us to the essence of this spirituality in a book that is full of wisdom and intelligence. William Bloom, author of Soulution: The Holistic Manifesto and Director of The Holism Network. |
| Author: | Aidan Rankin |
| Published: | 2006 by O Books |
Preface
Introduction
by Dr David Frawley
Chapter One:
Why Jainism?
Chapter Two:
The Faith of the Pathfinders
Chapter Three:
The Gentle Conquerors
Chapter Four:
A Matter of Karma
Chapter Five:
Learning to Live Lightly: Jainism*s Ecological Vision
Chapter Six:
Non-violence of the Mind: The Doctrine of Many-Sidcdncss
Chapter Seven:
Ahimsa: The Way of Humility
Chapter Eight:
Ancient Wisdom for an Age of Anxiety
Notes
Further Reading
Glossary
Index