Introduction to Jainism – Beginner is an introductory class covering key tenets of Jainism. The course will introduce Lord Mahavir and Shrimad Rajchandra. Key Trana Mantrani Mala including Navkar Mantra, Sahajatma Swarupa Paramaguru, Paramaguru Nirgrantha Sarvajnadeva, and Atama Bhavana Bhavata Jiva Lahe Kevalajnana Re and their meanings will be covered. Introduction to daily prayers, prohibition of seven vyasans (sins), and importance of Jain diet will be covered.
Course Length
10 hours
Learning Area
Jain Philosophy, History & Anthropology
Instructor
Archana Jain Jerath
Archana Jain Jerath holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Masters degree in Information Management, currently works for Automatic Data Processing Inc. as Senior Director in Product Management. Her expertise includes next generation HR/ Payroll systems with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning solutions.
Her passions and spirituality play a very important role in her life since childhood. She lives with her husband and two daughters in New Jersey. She lives a healthy lifestyle balancing work, religion, family, and serving her community. She co-founded Shrimad Rajchandra Pathshala at the Jain Center of New Jersey (JCNJ) and has been teaching Pathshala for over 6 years. She is part of JCNJ’s pathshala committee and leads the organization of stage plays & performances in Mahavir Jayanti and other religious programs. In her free time, she likes to travel, go for walks, read religious books/pray and spend time with her friends & family.