M.K. Gandhi Lecture: The Impact of Jain Religious Tradition on Gandhi
M.K. Gandhi Lecture: The Impact of Jain Religious Tradition on Gandhi
Categories: General, Lectures and Seminars, Receptions, Lunches and Dinners | Intended for Anyone
2200 Richcraft Building
1125 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, ON
Contact Information
Noel Salmond, 1 613-520-2600 ext. 8162, Noel.Salmond@carleton.ca
Registration
Cost
Free
About this Event
Host Organization: College of the Humanities and the Mahatma Gandhi Peace Council of Ottawa
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This presentation focuses on the influence of Jain philosophy and principles on the thoughts and actions of Gandhi. In order to provide a proper context, a description is provided of the Jain principles and how Gandhi came to be influenced by them. Brief comments are offered on the relevance of the shared thoughts of Gandhi and the Jain tradition to the world today.