One of the major parts of the JAINpedia project has been to make it easier for people all around the world to access the huge treasure trove of Jain Manuscripts (more…)
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Fascinating and fragile: a contemporary approach to making manuscripts accessible
Monday, January 16th, 2012Media & Editorial Internship
Monday, December 19th, 2011This is a fantastic chance for a New Media, Computing or Humanities student to gain essential work experience working with King’s College London on a project of global importance. The candidate will gain an insight into the day-to-day running and duties of a busy team whilst developing their own skills in content development. This opportunity will be an invaluable to their CV when applying for future roles.
Ahimsa Day 2011, a great success! Award won by Nitin Mehta
Friday, October 14th, 2011The Institute of Jainology’s nineth annual Ahimsa Day commemoration at the House of Commons, held on 12th October 2011 was a tremendous success. This annual event, sponsored by the Labour, Liberal Democrat and Conservative ‘Friends of India’ groups, was attended by MPs, Ministers, Lords and the Jain community amongst others. (more…)
Ahimsa Day to be Celebrated on 12th October 2011
Friday, October 7th, 2011Yet another year of Ahimsa Day at the House of Commons and we look forward to the announcement of the winner of the Ahimsa Award this year.
Last year’s winner, Nalini Balbir a renown Indologist and scholar (more…)
JAINpedia and the IoJ at Oshwal Centre’s Mela Event on 24th July 2011
Friday, July 15th, 2011The Oshwal Association of the UK are holding a ‘Mela’ event on 24th July 2011 at their renown Śvetāmbara Temple site in Potters Bar. (more…)
Inside Outing Event: Jain Manuscripts & Śvetāmbara Temple
Friday, June 10th, 2011Join us for an exciting day of insider access to the V&A and to the first Śvetāmbara temple in Europe.
DATE: Thursday 16 June 2011
TIME: 10.00am to 5.30pm
MEETING PLACE: Hochhauser Auditorium in the Sackler Centre, Victoria and Albert Museum (more…)
Join the treasure hunt in London on 10th July
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011The JAINpedia team and the Institute of Jainology are holding a Cultural Treasure Hunt across the city of London on 10th July 2011, with clues released on JAINpedia Twitter and Facebook.
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Mahavir Jayanti celebrations at the British Library
Thursday, April 7th, 2011JAINpedia are holding Mahavir Jayanti celebrations at the British Library on 15th April 2011. This free event takes place over the whole day and includes:
- story-telling sessions by highly acclaimed story-teller Seema Anand
- hourly tours of the JAINpedia display
- a drop-in craft workshop for children organised by the British Library
- a beautiful dance recital in the Bharat Natyam dance form, performed by founders of the Prakruti Dance School. (more…)
Jain Treasures display extended until 30th June
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011We are fortunate to have agreed an extension to the exhibition of the Jain treasures displayed in the John Ritblat Gallery: Treasures of the British Library. The free display is now on until the end of June, allowing you more time to look through the collection and more opportunities to have a tour of the display through JAINpedia volunteers. (more…)
JAINpedia reception and launch of ‘Jain Tales’
Friday, March 18th, 2011The Institute of Jainology (IoJ) in partnership with the British Library is holding a reception, guided tour and lecture at the British Library on 22nd March 2011. Our expert scholar Prof. Nalini Balbir will give a lecture on the importance and history of the collection of Jain treasures at the British Library. We look forward to seeing members from the Jain community, Jain schools, stakeholders of the JAINpedia project and various others at this event. As the display is only on until the end of June, this is a great opportunity to see the objects on display and learn more about them.
The IoJ recently published the book Jain Tales, with original artwork by Kamini Gupta, and text by Colin Hynson. The book has been designed for young readers, giving them an insight into the Jain religion, ethics and principles through stories that illustrate the Jain teachings. The launch of this book adds to the entry-level book, Discover Jainism, which is part of the English religious education curriculum.
We look forward to seeing more of you at the next event at the British Library on 15th April 2011. This event will be held to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, a Jain festival celebrating the birth of Mahavira. Look out for more details of this FREE event!