The Dept. of Jainology at the University of Madras, Chennai completes 30 years of yeomen service promoting the Philosophy of the Tirthankara Jinas in the Global Era. Estd by the Reearch Foundation for Jainology, Chennai, the Dept is committed to promoting Jaina Stuies in a secular and Effective way
Students of all four sects, besides non-Jains and foreigners study the deep philosophy of Lord Mahavira and master the Art of Right Living through 28 papers at the M.A level and then some proceed to M.Phil and Ph.D level. Many are absorbed as Guest Faculty in the Dept.
The eligibility for M.A is a bachelor's degree in any discipline and the fees for 2 years at the M.A level is only Rs.10,000/-
A beautiful library of nearly 4,000 books on Jainism isavailable for ready reference for students and researchers.
It is a worthwhile course for those seeking samyak-darshna and enlightenment. This year we have a Jain Sadhviji pursuing her Ph.D in theDept and a retired school head master from the Digambar community traveling everyday from Vandavasi.
Many workshops, Seminars, Special Lectures are conducted throughout the year and trips to different Jain heritage centers are also conducted which is a bit hit with the student community.
Admissions begin in the month of May and close by July every year for 4-semester with Pure Jaina Studies.
The Dept is one of its kind in South India promoting Jaina Yoga, Meditation and Spirituality to all sects. The practical application of Jain principles of Ahimsa, Anekanta and Aprarigraha, besides Samayika and Pratikramana in day to day life is of prime focus. Scientific study of Jain scriptures is imparted in a simple and effective way.
Age no bar for learning the deep secrets of life and living as taught by Lord Mahavira.
Course Content - Four Anuyogas
Fee Structure will be available soon |
Timetable will be available soon |
Name | Guide | Topic | Year Joined | Year Completed | Email Id |
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Name | Guide | Topic | Year Joined | Year Completed | Email Id |
Ph.D | Nil |
M.Phil | Nil |
Ph.D | Nil |
M.Phil | 1 |