FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK
Pt. Banarasidas (1586-1643 CE)
Dear Reader,
Jai Jinendra!
Mahavira's timeless message of ahimsa, introspection, and spiritual discipline continues to inspire across cultures. Among the many Jain contributors to India's intellectual heritage, Banarasidas (1586-1643 CE) stands out for giving literary form to Jain values through Ardhakathanak-earliest known Hindi autobiography-and other influential works that emphasize inner transformation over ritual formalism. Through accessible language and vernacular expression, Banarasidas brought Jain philosophical insights into the public sphere, fostering ethical reflection across linguistic and cultural boundaries.
At the International School for Jain Studies (ISJS), we remain committed to advancing these timeless Jain philosophical insights through diverse programs, scholarly publications, and global collaborations. We are pleased to announce several new opportunities for meaningful learning and engagement:
Your engagement strengthens our shared commitment to a legacy of scholarship, ethical reflection, and enduring clarity.
Jai Jinendra!
Mahavira's timeless message of ahimsa, introspection, and spiritual discipline continues to inspire across cultures. Among the many Jain contributors to India's intellectual heritage, Banarasidas (1586-1643 CE) stands out for giving literary form to Jain values through Ardhakathanak-earliest known Hindi autobiography-and other influential works that emphasize inner transformation over ritual formalism. Through accessible language and vernacular expression, Banarasidas brought Jain philosophical insights into the public sphere, fostering ethical reflection across linguistic and cultural boundaries.
At the International School for Jain Studies (ISJS), we remain committed to advancing these timeless Jain philosophical insights through diverse programs, scholarly publications, and global collaborations. We are pleased to announce several new opportunities for meaningful learning and engagement:
- IWSJS 2025: A 10-day online immersion in Jain philosophy from December 28, 2025 to January 6, 2026. Explore core teachings and daily practices through live lectures, cultural dialogue, and interactive sessions. Open to students, educators, and lifelong learners.
- ISSJS.2026-3W and 5W: Residential summer programs beginning June 18, 2026. These three- and five-week academic immersions offer global scholars' rigorous engagement with Jain thought, practice, and culture through experiential learning and field visits
- Teaching For Peace (ISSJS.2026-TFP): A three-week residential program for educators (July 2-July 22, 2026), exploring ahimsa in education, daily life, and global citizenship through dialogue, field visits, and reflective practice
Your engagement strengthens our shared commitment to a legacy of scholarship, ethical reflection, and enduring clarity.
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