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The message is for all us and for the youth in
particular, who are the hope of tomorrow. They will
shape the way society thinks and feels, for tomorrow
belongs to the youth, the youth who hold the promise
of the future. They are the symbol of energy and zeal,
openness and compassion, creativity and innovation.
They have time and vigour to carry on and give life
and meaning to the ancient heritage of reverence for
life, to understand and practise the wisdom of the
seers, and to use the insights of the enlightened
masters. They are the torchbearers and trendsetters
of peace, progress and prosperity for the present and
the future generation.
So it is time to think globally and act locally, by
arising, awaking and incorporating the principles of
Jain Dharma in life and be aware of the glorious
spiritual wealth that one has inherited.
LIVE SIMPLY SO THAT OTHERS
MAY SIMPLY LIVE
When our lives are simple, we are more secure within ourselves and therefore able to let go of the many internal
complications of achievement, praise or external search for experience and fulfilment, and we begin to live from
a place of inner peace. With simplicity our life’s journey becomes less chaotic as we gain more control over
ourselves and begin to rediscover and enjoy anew the “simple pleasures of life”.
Simplicity of dress is a mark of purity, simplicity of food brings good health, and simplicity of environment means
cleanliness and stability. With simplicity, we return to the innocence of the child: our intellect and heart pure and
therefore full of clarity.
Nature is simple and is governed by a few basic laws and principles. Similarly spirituality is governed by basic
laws and principles so that when we understand and live in accordance with them we live in harmony with all
that is around and within us.
This is the proof that our lives are meant to be simple. We only need basic food and shelter to survive, yet we
seem to habitually and compulsively acquire, accumulate and therefore complicate our lives. Initially we enjoy all
this, while at heart yearn for the simplicity of the past.
Returning to simplicity becomes the platform from which we can launch a new trend of “high values and simple
living”. So let us rebuild our lives with this aim. Not just to live simply that others can live but so that we
ourselves can live truly, at the same time inspiring others.
Internal and external simplicity are the indication of strength, depth, stability and happiness - key
ingredients to inner peace. Those who live with these qualities can discern the truth and they
recognise that all that glitters is not gold.
By Aruna, Bahrain
This human body is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness
Some momentary awareness comes
As an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all
Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows
Who violently sweep your house
Empty of its furniture.
Still treat each quest honourably ;
He may be clearing you out
For some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice,
Meet them at the door laughing
And invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
Because each has been sent
As a guide from beyond.
……. Jallaludin Rumi
Congratulations
Jay
Son of Dr Smita and Mahesh Meghji Virji Dodhia
Graduated with a First Class BA (Hons) degree
In Economics & Management
From Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge
In June 2006
Kunal
Son of Dipika & Jatin Raichand Lakha Shah
Achieved 9 A* & 4 As at Ilford County High School
Oshwal Association of the UK congratulates all young
Oshwals who have passed their GCSE’s and ‘A’ Level
Exams and also those who have
Graduated. We wish you all every success
in further education and your chosen
profession
Kishor B Shah
Editor
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