London, UK –29th April 2025 The Palace of Westminster was once again the setting for a distinguished gathering hosted by the Institute of Jainology (IOJ), where leaders of the Jain community, scholars, parliamentarians, interfaith representatives, business leaders, journalists and supporters came together for an evening of reflection, recognition and celebration. The event was chaired by[…]
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Apr
Apr
Dr Mehool Sanghrajka and Dilip Shah, directors of the Institute of Jainology (IOJ), attended the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis at St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City today, representing the Jain community in the United Kingdom and around the world. They joined mourners from all walks of life, including world leaders, religious figures, and[…]
08
Apr
Apr
Please see Navkar MahaMantra Day message from Dr. Mehool H Sanghrajka, the Managing Trustee of the IOJ, Please Click Below to download the inspiring message. Navkar MahaMantra Day Message Posted By Kishor B Shah 08 April 2025
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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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Feb
Feb
The Late Padmanabh S Jaini talking about JAINpedia. Please see Video. “Late Prof. Padmanabh Jaini had been associated with the IOJ since 1988. Over the years, his tenure with the institute was marked by remarkable contributions, most notably his role in overseeing the translation of the Tattvarthasutra into contemporary English by Dr. Nathmal Tatia. The[…]
10
Feb
Feb
The Directors of the Institute of Jainology (IOJ) are delighted to share this review of our year with you. 2024 has been a year of transition for the Institute with our Chairman, Shri Nemubhai Chandaria stepping down after almost 35 years in post. We have had a bumper year with 10 major events including a[…]
02
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[…]
30
Nov
Nov
The Jain faith adds their voice to those of other major faiths against the Assisted Dying Bill. The Institute of Jainology has joined the leaders of other major faiths in signing an open letter against the assisted dying bill currently being debated in parliament. Dr Mehool Sanghrajka, Managing Trustee of the Institute, said, “Jainism is[…]
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Nov
Nov
Summary of Jain Engagement with the Vatican to date. 1986 Direct contact between the Vatican and the Jain community occurred for the first time in October 1986, when Pope John Paul II convened representatives of the world’s religions to gather at the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, Italy to pray together for the first time[…]
10
Nov
Nov
On Sunday 10 November 2024, His Majesty The King lead the U.K in the annual two minute silence to remember those who had fallen and suffered in conflicts at the National Service of Remembrance (Remembrance Sunday) at the Cenotaph in London. The King was joined by members of The Royal Family, the Prime Minister, past[…]