Wednesday, 15 September 2021

Ms VAGHELA (Western Metropolitan)

Incorporated pursuant to order of Council of 7 September:

9.   On another note, Jains across the world are celebrating Paryushana.

10.   Jainism is an ancient Indian religion.

11.   The Shwetambar sect of Jainism observes Paryushana from 3 to 11 September, and Digambara Jains observe Paryushana from 10 to 19 September.

12.   Paryushana means ‘abiding and coming together’.

13.   It is a time to consider soul searching and self-analysis. It is a celebration of spiritual awareness.

14.   In Victoria, our Jain community accomplished an important milestone this year.

15.   On 4 August 2021, the foundation stone laying ceremony was conducted for the first Jain temple in Victoria by Melbourne Shwetambar Jain Sangh (MSJS).

16.   Jain temples in India are architectural marvels and I am sure this temple will also be a sight to behold.

17.   I congratulate the entire MSJS team and the Jain community for their tireless community service.

18.   I wish our Jain community a happy Paryushana Parva.

19.   Micchami Dukkadam! Jai Jinendra!