JAIN VISHVA BHARATI UNIVERSITY
Understanding Jainism Programme
Dec.29, 2008 to Jan. 04, 2009
The understanding Jainism Programme of Jain Vishva Bharati University is an intensive course emphasizing on Jain Philosophy, Ethics, Non-violence, Meditation etc. The programme is interdisciplinary in the nature, aiming at to facilitate the condensed and in-depth knowledge in seven days schedule time. This course is formulated as per credit system and is equivalent to one credit course, undertaking study hours equal to or more than 14 hours.
OBJECTIVES
- To understand the concept and ideas of Jainism.
- To develop understanding and attitude of nonviolence.
- To familiarize the participants with the philosophy of creative nonviolence in India.
- To impart training of Preksha Meditation for emotionally balanced Life-style.
- To establish the importance and relevance of amity for the survival of living being.
(a) Jainism
(b) Science of Living and Non-violence and Peace
# Topics
Faculty
1.
Introduction to Jainism and Jain Literature
Samani Shashi Prajan
2.
Life of Mahaveer and Jain Asceticism (Mahavrata and Anuvrata)
Samani Agam Prajna
3.
Nine Tatvas
Prof. Muni Mahendra Kumar
4.
Six Substances & Jain Cosmology
Prof. Muni Mahendra Kumar
5.
Karma Theory
Prof. Muni Mahendra Kumar
6.
Concept of Nayavada
Dr Samani Chaitanya Prajna
7.
Jain Epistemology
Samani Chaitya Prajna
SCHEME OF EXAM (Optional i.e. if credit has to be acquired)
# Topics
Faculty
1.
Introduction to Science of Living
Samani Malli Prajna
2.
Practical aspect of Preksha Meditation (contem,Asa, Pranayama and Mantra Color)
Samani Ramaniya Prajna
3.
Stress Management of Social Reformation
Samani Chaitya Prajna
4.
Anuvrata - A movement of Social Reformation
Samani Ramaniya Prajna
5.
Non-violence and Burning Issues
Pratibha J. Mishra
6.
Crusaders of Non-violence and training in Non-violence
Samani Rohini Prajna
7.
Economics of Non-violence
Samani Ritu Prajna
The programme has one credits in 1 week duration. The evaluation will be based on the grades as per under:SYSTEM OF EVALUATION
95-100 A
92-94
A-
89-91
B+
86-88
B
83-85
B-
80-82
C+
77-79
C
74-76
C-
71-73
D+
68-70
D
65-67
D-
64-0
F
- Term paper and exam
- Continuous evaluation
OTHER HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PROGRAMMEThe exams shall be conducted independently in each of the subject in the last 2 days. Each paper will be of hundred points. Examination evaluation system will be the internal evaluation system, where the exams will be taken by the concerned Professor.
The points will be awarded in grades. On the completion of programme certificates will be issued mentioning therein the grades.
- Visit to the places of historical and archeological importance in Ladnun.
- Interaction with spiritual personalities.
- Meditation / Yoga session (6 to 7.15 A.M.), Needam.
- Wild sanctuary visit.
- Cultural interaction.
- Internet access (B.Ed. College and Computer Lab.)
- ISD (on payment)
- In campus Restaurant
US $ 250Arrival Detail
Ladnun is well connected by road from Delhi and Jaipur. The participants have to report at JVBU office, Ladnun.WEATHER
December and January are the pleasant cold months.