Introduce yourself

Hello, I am Parresh! I was born into a Jain family so I have been a Jain all my life. For me, the path to achieving nirvana in Jainism is a step-by-step process akin to solving a puzzle. Through minor adjustments and constant reflection along the way, we are able to grow spiritually in this lifetime and draw one step closer towards enlightenment.

To me, Home is…

like a temple where pure love exists unconditionally. You can simply be your true self in the company of your loved ones.

How does your religion cultivate a sense of community and home?

Jainism shares that all living things are interdependent. There should be no hatred or enmity in the engagement between all living things. The religion encourages one to seek forgiveness from all living beings and to forgive all living beings. It promotes a harmonious and compassionate relationship among all in the community and home.

About the Singapore Jain Religious Society

While the Singapore Jain Religious Society (SJRS) was only officially registered in 1972, Jains have been practising in Singapore since the 1910s. Religious activities were originally carried out at a rented facility on 79 Waterloo Street until 1978 when the leadership decided to raise money to purchase land for a space of their own. Today, all activities take place in the Smt. Nirmalaben Chandulal Doshi Jain Sthanak which is located at 18 Jalan Yasin. According to the SJRS, there are approximately 1500 people registered in the Society.