Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs in Europe: Building Fraternity through Dialogue and Collaboration The Institute of Jainology is pleased to support and participate in the upcoming interreligious conference “Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs in Europe: Building Fraternity through Dialogue and Collaboration”, taking place in Rome on 23–24 June 2026. This important gathering will[…]
Category Archives: Inter-faith Network Activities
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Apr
Apr
On 17 April 2026, the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome hosted a one-day study session titled “Nonviolence in Times of War: Meaning and Challenges.” The event brought together scholars, faith leaders, and practitioners to reflect on the meaning, limits, and responsibilities of nonviolence in a world marked by conflict and systemic violence. The programme was[…]
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Mar
Mar
The Institute of Jainology is extremely grateful to have been invited to the Youth in Dialogue Conference, hosted by the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue. The conference was hosted at the historic Arsenal of Peace (Arsenale della Pace) in Turin, Italy, from March 6 – 8, 2026. Delegates from around the world were invited to present[…]
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Mar
Mar
The Institute of Jainology was honoured to represent the Jain community at a major interfaith Iftar reception held at Lancaster House in London on 4 March, during the holy month of Ramadan. The event, hosted jointly by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, brought together more[…]
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Nov
Nov
UPDATE – 1 November 2025 The Institute of Jainology took an active part in the Nostra Aetate 60 conference in Rome, where its presentations were well received by both organisers and delegates. The sessions allowed the Jain community to set out its perspective clearly and to add substance to the ongoing Jain–Catholic relationship. Dr Mehool[…]
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Jun
Jun
IOJ at the Vatican: Jain Voices at the 2025 Conference on Renewing and Re-igniting Hope In June 2025, representatives of the Institute of Jainology (IOJ) joined religious leaders, scholars, and delegates from Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, and Sikh traditions for a major conference hosted by the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue at the Vatican. The theme[…]
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May
May
On Sunday 18 May 2025, representatives of the Institute of Jainology were honoured to attend the inaugural mass of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, held at St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Representing the global Jain community, Dr Mehool Sanghrajka MBE (Managing Trustee), Mr Dilip Shah (Treasurer), and Mr Amit Lathia (Secretary) joined global heads[…]
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May
May
The Institute of Jainology is honoured to announce its collaboration with the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue at the Vatican for an important interfaith conference entitled: “Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jains and Sikhs: In Dialogue and Collaboration to Renew and to Re-ignite Hope in Our Times”Date: 4th June 2025Location: Vatican City This timely conference brings together voices[…]
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Mar
Mar
“As a child, I vividly remember my mum taking me to the Jain temple, which we call “Derasar.” I recall the ritual of taking my shoes off before entering, the cool, soothing marble beneath my feet, and how, in an instant, I was transported to a world of calm and peace far removed from the[…]
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Dec
Dec
For over 30 years the Institute of Jainology (IOJ) and the Vatican have had good relations with many visits and joint activities to promote awareness and inter-faith dialogue. This year, after a break for COVID, the IOJ led its 4th international delegation to the Vatican with delegates, totalling 37, from the UK, America, Middle East[…]