The word Preksha is derived from the root iksha, which means ‘to see’. When the prefix ‘Pra is added, it becomes Pra+iksha=Preksha , which means ‘to perceive carefully and profoundly’ Here, ‘seeing’ does not mean external vision, but careful concentration on subtle consciousness by mental insight. Preksha Meditation sessions are
Archive for May, 2016
Swadhyay
JVBNA Gyan-Sabha comprises Adult Swadhyay Sessions that are conducted weekly or bi-weekly by Samanijis and by members/guest under Samanijis’ guidance. Attendees participate in lively discussions of Agam Sutras and Jain philosophy, strengthening their understanding of the Jain way of life. Sessions are conducted on Thursdays – 7:30PM – 8:30 PM – at
Gyanshala
Through the instruction of Jainism and Science of Living, JVBNA Gyanshala strives to impart to its students, life skills for physical, mental and emotional health, a stress free and peaceful life, and spiritual bliss. It also strives to inculcate life values in children that help them grow into responsible adults
Youth Forum
Enabling the development of the right character in our youth (teens) is an integral part of JVB-NJ’s mission. This is achieved by continuous spiritual and ethics-based learning, strengthening of faith by prayers and meditation, and going through the rigor of discipline. Acquiring the right knowledge is the key, reflecting on
Online Classes
Online Classroom is a structured platform to refine the knowledge of Jainism, its philosophy and principles. Jainism 101 is conducted by disciples of Acharyashri Mahashraman – Samani Dr. Satya Pragya and Samani Dr. Rohini Pragya. Samani Satya Pragyaji holds a PhD in Philosophy and is an associate professor at the Jain Vishwa Bharati Institute (JVBI), Ladnun in the
Pakshik Pratikraman & Samayik
Pakshik Pratikraman is held at the JVBNA center every Pakkhi (14-15 days) at 7:30 PM. Please call for dates. Samayik is held every Saturday evening from 7PM – 8PM at JVBNJ center.
Path of Ahimsa Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritya and Tribute to Gurus – May 7, 2016
JVBNA celebrated Path of Ahimsa – Mahavir Jayanti, Akshay Tritiya and Tribute to Gurus – on May 7, 2016 at the JVBNA Center for Peace and Meditation under the auspicious guidance of Samani Sanmati Pragyaji and Samani Jayant Pragyaji. The program was beautifully steered by Master of Ceremony Shreen Bhansali and consisted of a