Jaipur : Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal attended the ‘Massive Forgiveness Festival’ organized by Jain Sabha in Jaipur on Sunday. During this, the CM said that it is natural to make mistakes but accepting that mistake and apologizing is a great human quality and forgiving the other person is an even bigger thing. Apology is very important in Jainism. Apology leads to self-purification, which improves relationships. It also leads to mental peace and spiritual development.
‘Gave a message of peace and harmony to the world’
Also, the CM apologized for the mistakes committed knowingly or unknowingly and said that Jainism has given the message of peace and harmony to the whole world. Forgiveness is the biggest ornament. On this occasion, the CM also honored the renunciants who observed 32 fasts, 16 fasts in Solahkaran and 10 fasts of Dashlakshan festival. Further, the CM said that the Jain community has a special identity in religious, social and public welfare works. The Jain community has always been ahead in cooperating in the field of education and health and in helping the poor and needy.
Assurance of land allocation for Jain hostel
Various hospitals, schools and dharamshalas are being run by the trusts and organisations of the Jain community. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also gave a positive assurance to allocate land for Jain hostels on the demand of the community. Also, the CM said that saints and sages are always welcome at the Chief Minister’s residence. The CM said that the Daslakshan festival of Jainism is a source of inspiration for humanity. This festival not only shows the path of spiritual progress, but also lays the foundation of social harmony and peace. Further, the CM said that by imitating these qualities, we can not only purify our lives, but can also make the society happy and prosperous. The teachings of truth, non-violence, non-possession, celibacy and non-stealing of Jainism are relevant even in today’s era.
