Life Of Mahavira

By Manak Chand Jaini

Book Overview

The book ""Life of Mahavira"" by Manak Chand Jaini is a comprehensive biography of the founder of Jainism, Lord Mahavira. The author delves deep into the life and teachings of Mahavira, exploring his childhood, spiritual journey, and the evolution of his philosophy.The book provides a detailed account of Mahavira's life, tracing his journey from a prince to a wandering ascetic, and finally to a revered spiritual leader. It examines the various challenges that he faced along the way, including his struggle with inner demons and the opposition he faced from established religious institutions.The author also explores Mahavira's teachings, including his emphasis on non-violence, compassion, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. The book provides a detailed analysis of the various principles and practices that form the foundation of Jainism, including the concept of karma, the importance of meditation, and the role of asceticism in spiritual growth.Overall, ""Life of Mahavira"" is an insightful and engaging biography that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and teachings of one of the most influential spiritual leaders in Indian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Jainism, spirituality, or the history of Indian philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163080535
• ISBN13: 9781163080535
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"