Consumerism promotes craving. It motivates people to consume more and more whether required or not. They have even made it
parameter of development. This
western doctrine is the root cause of all
environmental hazards in modern days. In fact, we are now at the
threshold of total collapse due to consumerism culture.
Jain texts emphasize on utility (
Upayoga) in place of consume (
Upabhoga) rather they tend to worship the nature(
Upasana). Consumerism leads to
deplition of natural resources that in turn contaminate air, water, soil and other valuable natural resources. Jain texts motivate people for minimal consumption. They emphasize on
Tyaga (Sacrifice).
Jainism is not only a religion but
way of life. It is
art of living. A human being lives with his society and environment.
Jain Agamas (Holy Books) are very conscious about
preserving environment. Their
thoughts surpassed that of
modern environmentalists.
Jain Agamas say that a Jeeva (Soul) harms or intend to harm any one out of
Raga (Craving) and
Dwesha (Aversion). They have gone into the root cause of all violence. The Acharanga Sutra, first Jain Anga Sutra advocates strongly for protecting and preserving environment. It says that
Pudhavi (Soil), Jala (Water), Vaau (Air), Vanassai (Vegetations) and even
Teu (Fire) are living creatures and should not be destroyed or killed. The Acharanga says that these are
violence.
Jainism and Environment Climate change conference in Copenhagen and Indian standGreen to fight global warming Thanks,Jyoti Kothari, Proprietor,
Vardhaman Gems,
Jaipur represents Centuries Old Tradition of Excellence in Gems and Jewelry. He is also a ISO 9000 professional.
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