Acharya Vidyasagar is the best known of the modern Digambar Jain Acharyas. He was born as Vidyadhar, Oct. 10, 1946 on sharad Purnima in Sadalaga, Dist. Belgam, Karnataka. His father was Shri Mallappa , who later became Muni Mallisagar and eventually attained samadhi. His mother Shrimati later became Aryika Samayamati, who has also attained samadhi. He was initiated a monk by Acharya Gyansagarji in Ajme ...

Read more here: » Acharya Vidyasagar: Encyclopedia - Acharya Vidyasagar

Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime

(Jpn.: issho-jobutsu)

See: attainment of Buddhahood

(See also: Attaining Buddhahood in this lifetime, Enlightenment, Buddhism Enlightenment, Buddhism Enlightenment Dictionary)

Later Vaikundar was invited by his 'devotees' to their homes and treated in a grand manner. By way of soliciting his blessings, his 'devotees' carried him to different places. During these occasions, he laid foundations in various places for small shrine-like centres, called as Nizhal Thangals.Vaikundar came to recognize five individuals as his closest disciples. Through one of his disciples, Hari ...

See also:

Ayya Vaikundar, Ayya Vaikundar - Birth of body and spirit, Ayya Vaikundar - The transformation, Ayya Vaikundar - The incarnation of Ayya Vaikundar, Ayya Vaikundar - Tavam, Ayya Vaikundar - Incinerating evil spirits, Ayya Vaikundar - Seizing the powers of witchcraft sorcery and other esoteric magical practices, Ayya Vaikundar - Vaikundar as Pantaram, Ayya Vaikundar - Ordeals, Ayya Vaikundar - Post-imprisonment activities, Ayya Vaikundar - Attaining Vaikundam, Ayya Vaikundar - Five Citars

Read more here: » Ayya Vaikundar: Encyclopedia II - Ayya Vaikundar - Attaining Vaikundam

As a child, Ja'far studied under his grandfather, Ali ibn Husayn. After his grandfather's death, he studied under and accompanied his father, Muhammad al-Baqir, until Muhammad died in 743. Ja'far became well versed in Islamic sciences, including hadith, sunnah, and the Qur'an. In addition to his knowledge of Islamic sciences, Ja'far was also an adept in natural sciences, mathematics, philosophy, ast ...

See also:

Ja'far al-Sadiq, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Birth and family life, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Scholarly attainments, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Under the Ummayad rulers, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Under the Abbasid rulers, Ja'far al-Sadiq - The Imamate, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Sayings, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Anecdotes, Ja'far al-Sadiq - Academic line

Read more here: » Ja'far al-Sadiq: Encyclopedia II - Ja'far al-Sadiq - Scholarly attainments

A recent collaborative study conducted by the Lummi Nation and Northern Economics Inc. found the following information pertaining to the Lummi Nation Workforce. Lummi - Highest Educational Attainment. For the adult population (ages 25-64): 15.1% of the enrolled population does not have a High school Diploma or a GED; 33.8% of the population has either a High School or GED degree; 27.1% of the population has some college experience; 14.9% of the tribal population has either an AA/AS Degree; 7.5% of Lummi’s population has a Bachelors degree; and 1.6% of the population has attained a ...

See also:

Lummi, Lummi - Population Living on the Reservation, Lummi - Enrollment Information, Lummi - Age Distribution, Lummi - Location of Enrolled Members, Lummi - Workforce Information, Lummi - Highest Educational Attainment, Lummi - Employment, Lummi - External link

Read more here: » Lummi: Encyclopedia II - Lummi - Workforce Information

It is estimated that there is 6,590 people living on the Lummi Reservation. Roughly 2,564 of these people are enrolled tribal members, 665 are either related to or live with an enrolled tribal member, and 3,361 of there individuals are not tribal members nor are they affiliated with the Lummi Nation. There are approximately 1,864 homes located on the reservation. Approximately 697 of these have an enrolled Lummi living in the home; thus, roughly 1,167 home ...

See also:

Lummi, Lummi - Population Living on the Reservation, Lummi - Enrollment Information, Lummi - Age Distribution, Lummi - Location of Enrolled Members, Lummi - Workforce Information, Lummi - Highest Educational Attainment, Lummi - Employment, Lummi - External link

Read more here: » Lummi: Encyclopedia II - Lummi - Population Living on the Reservation

As of April 2005 there are 4219 enrolled tribal members. 49.6% of the enrolled population is female; 50.4% of the population being male Lummi - Age Distribution. The median age of tribal members is 29 years old. 31.8% of the enrolled population is 18 year or younger. 11.6% of the enrolled population is 55 years or older. Lummi - Location of Enrolled Members. Accoriding to current studies conducted by the Lummi Nation approximately 78% of the enrolled lummi tribal members live either on or near the reservation boundries. Enrolled Lummi tribal members on averag ...

See also:

Lummi, Lummi - Population Living on the Reservation, Lummi - Enrollment Information, Lummi - Age Distribution, Lummi - Location of Enrolled Members, Lummi - Workforce Information, Lummi - Highest Educational Attainment, Lummi - Employment, Lummi - External link

Read more here: » Lummi: Encyclopedia II - Lummi - Enrollment Information

Theravada - Lay and Monastic Life. Traditionally, Theravada Buddhism has observed a distinction between the practices suitable for a lay person and the practices undertaken by ordained monks (and, in ancient times, nuns). While the possibility of significant attainment by laymen is not entirely disregarded by the Theravada, it occupies a position of significantly less prominence than in the Mahayana and Vajrayana traditions. This distinction - as well as the distinction between those practices advocated by the Pa ...

See also:

Theravada, Theravada - History, Theravada - Philosophy, Theravada - Praxis, Theravada - Lay and Monastic Life, Theravada - Meditation, Theravada - Levels of Attainment, Theravada - Festivals and customs, Theravada - Temporary Ordination, Theravada - Buddhist orders within Theravada, Theravada - Criticisms

Read more here: » Theravada: Encyclopedia II - Theravada - Praxis

A belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam (a futuristic aeon characterized by the ideal of Dharmam, as explained below) seems to have influenced the tradition of Ayyavazhi from its earlier days. Akilattirattu begins its narration by stating that the accounts contained in it is the "story of God coming into this Kali Yukam to transform it into Dharma Yukam and rule over it." The concept of Dharma Yukam becomes one o ...

See also:

Ayyavazhi theology, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the incarnation of Mayon, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the supreme deity, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the return of Ayya Vaikundar, Ayyavazhi theology - Kali or Kalimayai, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in fate and curse, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in final judgement, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in attaining Vaikundam, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam

Read more here: » Ayyavazhi theology: Encyclopedia II - Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam

Several episodes, as narrated in the Akilam (the holy text of Ayyavazhi), describe Ayya Vaikundar as an avatar of Mayon (a Tamil name for Vishnu). All these episodes — starting with his 'birth' at sea as the 'son' of Mayon, the performance of the grand Tavam , the symbolic shamanic actions of incinerating the demons, the seizing of esoteric powers, and the unifying of the deities unto himself — highlight the important message that Ayya Vaikundar came as the avatar of Mayon. The followers of Ayyavazhi believe and ...

See also:

Ayyavazhi theology, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the incarnation of Mayon, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the supreme deity, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the return of Ayya Vaikundar, Ayyavazhi theology - Kali or Kalimayai, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in fate and curse, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in final judgement, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in attaining Vaikundam, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam

Read more here: » Ayyavazhi theology: Encyclopedia II - Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the incarnation of Mayon

Theravada promote the concept of Vibhajjavada (Pali), literally "Teaching of Analysis" which uses critical methods of investigation as opposed to blind faith. With this method the answer has to be discovered by the aspirant, after being convinced by valid thought and experience, in order to reach the first glimpse of the goal. The Theravadins goal is the achievement of the state of Arahant (lit. "worthy one", "winner of Nibbana"), a life where all (future) birth is at an end, where the holy life is fully achieved, where all that has t ...

See also:

Theravada, Theravada - History, Theravada - Philosophy, Theravada - Praxis, Theravada - Lay and Monastic Life, Theravada - Meditation, Theravada - Levels of Attainment, Theravada - Festivals and customs, Theravada - Temporary Ordination, Theravada - Buddhist orders within Theravada, Theravada - Criticisms

Read more here: » Theravada: Encyclopedia II - Theravada - Philosophy

Theravada Religious festivals: Vesak Uposatha Vassa (Rain Retreat) Theravada - Temporary Ordination. In most Theravada countries, it is common practice for young men to ordain as monks for a fixed period of time. In Thailand and Myanmar, young men typically ordain for the 3 month Rain Retreat (vassa), though shorter or longer periods of ordination are not uncommon. Traditionally, temporary ordination was even more flexible among Laotians. Once they had undergone their ...

See also:

Theravada, Theravada - History, Theravada - Philosophy, Theravada - Praxis, Theravada - Lay and Monastic Life, Theravada - Meditation, Theravada - Levels of Attainment, Theravada - Festivals and customs, Theravada - Temporary Ordination, Theravada - Buddhist orders within Theravada, Theravada - Criticisms

Read more here: » Theravada: Encyclopedia II - Theravada - Festivals and customs

The diversity of Buddhist thought has sometimes led to criticism of Theravada by other schools, although it is important to note that such criticism is far from universal, and that Buddhists of different schools often interact on terms of mutual respect. Common critiques of Theravada made by Mahayana Buddhists are that Theravada monks aim to achieve enlightenment only for themselves, and that they lack compassion. However, supporters of Theravada emphasize that their religion does not recognize a self at all—famously, as noted in the canon ...

See also:

Theravada, Theravada - History, Theravada - Philosophy, Theravada - Praxis, Theravada - Lay and Monastic Life, Theravada - Meditation, Theravada - Levels of Attainment, Theravada - Festivals and customs, Theravada - Temporary Ordination, Theravada - Buddhist orders within Theravada, Theravada - Criticisms

Read more here: » Theravada: Encyclopedia II - Theravada - Criticisms

University of Exeter - Streatham campus. Most students work on the main campus, Streatham, which includes the Northcott Theatre. Sitting on a hillside above Exeter, the campus is renowned for its beautiful landscaping and excellent views. The campus also has several galleries, including The Bill Douglas Center for the History of Cinema and Popular Culture. There is also a Sculpture Walk, including pieces by Henry Moore, Barbara Hepworth and a statue to commemorate the events at Tiananmen Square. U ...

See also:

University of Exeter, University of Exeter - Attainment, University of Exeter - History, University of Exeter - Today, University of Exeter - Streatham campus, University of Exeter - St Luke's campus, University of Exeter - Tremough campus, University of Exeter - Students' Guild, University of Exeter - Notable Alumni, University of Exeter - External link

Read more here: » University of Exeter: Encyclopedia II - University of Exeter - Today

Well known members of staff at Warwick have included: Germaine Greer, the feminist author Mike Cowlishaw, creator of the REXX programming language. Andrew Davies, the television screenwriter Stephen Houlgate, Bill Brewer and Keith Ansell-Pearson, philosophers Ian Stewart, mathematician and author Jack Cohen, developmental biologist and xenobiologist Andrew Oswald, economist Nick Land, cybernetics theorist David Hardiman, well known Indian/Ghandian historian ...

See also:

University of Warwick, University of Warwick - Attainment, University of Warwick - Staff, University of Warwick - Alumni, University of Warwick - Chancellors, University of Warwick - Vice-Chancellors, University of Warwick - Students' Union, University of Warwick - University Arts Centre, University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail, University of Warwick - Information

Read more here: » University of Warwick: Encyclopedia II - University of Warwick - Staff

Famous people to have attended the University of Warwick include: Politicians Baroness Amos (Sociology, grad. 1976) – Britain's first female black Cabinet Minister, currently Leader of the House of Lords and Lord President of the Council David Davis (Molecular Science/Computer Science, 1968–1971) – Conservative Shadow Home Secretary Andrew Dismore (Bachelor of Laws, 1975 – Member of Parliament for Hendon Yakubu Gowon (PhD in Political Science) – Nigerian Head of State K ...

See also:

University of Warwick, University of Warwick - Attainment, University of Warwick - Staff, University of Warwick - Alumni, University of Warwick - Chancellors, University of Warwick - Vice-Chancellors, University of Warwick - Students' Union, University of Warwick - University Arts Centre, University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail, University of Warwick - Information

Read more here: » University of Warwick: Encyclopedia II - University of Warwick - Alumni

The University of Warwick Students' Union is one of the more active Students' Unions in the UK, currently having over 200 societies and around 70 sports clubs. It has an annual turnover of approximately £5 million, the profit from which is used to improve its services and employ its Sabbatical Officers. The Union building features four club venues and seven bars, with many 'full union' nights giving free run of the entire building. The Union is a member of the National Uni ...

See also:

University of Warwick, University of Warwick - Attainment, University of Warwick - Staff, University of Warwick - Alumni, University of Warwick - Chancellors, University of Warwick - Vice-Chancellors, University of Warwick - Students' Union, University of Warwick - University Arts Centre, University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail, University of Warwick - Information

Read more here: » University of Warwick: Encyclopedia II - University of Warwick - Students' Union

Situated at the centre of the University, the Warwick Arts Centre is the second largest arts centre in the UK (after London's Barbican). The centre comprises: The Butterworth Hall, a 1500-seat capacity concert hall A 550-seat theatre A 180-seat theatre studio A 220-seat cinema The Mead Gallery, an art gallery ...

See also:

University of Warwick, University of Warwick - Attainment, University of Warwick - Staff, University of Warwick - Alumni, University of Warwick - Chancellors, University of Warwick - Vice-Chancellors, University of Warwick - Students' Union, University of Warwick - University Arts Centre, University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail, University of Warwick - Information

Read more here: » University of Warwick: Encyclopedia II - University of Warwick - University Arts Centre

Warwick was a pioneer among UK Universities in opening its halls and lecture facilities to outside organisations, for profit, during the holidays. Warwick Conferences is now a thriving internal business unit, with its profits contributing to the University's financial independence, with a dedicated, year-round conference centre, Scarman House, built on campus. The University also has an small portfolio of businesses – Warwick Retail – a private company limited by shares wholly owned by the University of Warwick, whose object is th ...

See also:

University of Warwick, University of Warwick - Attainment, University of Warwick - Staff, University of Warwick - Alumni, University of Warwick - Chancellors, University of Warwick - Vice-Chancellors, University of Warwick - Students' Union, University of Warwick - University Arts Centre, University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail, University of Warwick - Information

Read more here: » University of Warwick: Encyclopedia II - University of Warwick - Hospitality Services & Warwick Retail

Belief in Kali Yuga is one of the central beliefs that permeated the religious ethos of the followers of Ayyavazhi. Though the belief in kali was in vogue in the sanskritic Hindu religious tradition as well, it seems to have operated in a different way in Ayyavazhi because of the reinterpretation . Taking the basic premise of this extant belief that the present age is a Kali Yukam, an age filled with the evil force of kali (not the Hindu deity), Ayyavazhi assigned a new meaning to it. As per the interpretation of Ayyavazhi, Kal ...

See also:

Ayyavazhi theology, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the incarnation of Mayon, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the supreme deity, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the return of Ayya Vaikundar, Ayyavazhi theology - Kali or Kalimayai, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in fate and curse, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in final judgement, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in attaining Vaikundam, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam

Read more here: » Ayyavazhi theology: Encyclopedia II - Ayyavazhi theology - Kali or Kalimayai

Belief in 'fate' seems to have a great influence on the day-to-day living of the followers of Ayyavazhi. An oft-repeated refrain in Akilattirattu is that "such and such a thing happened according to the 'Oolivithi' (fate accruing from the past)". Belief in 'sabam' (curse), an associate of fate, seems to have been embedded in the ethos of Ayyavazhi. A fitting example would be the reason given in Akilattirattu for the oppression that the Chanars underwent in history. Akilattirattu attributes it to a curse incurred by the ancestors of Ch ...

See also:

Ayyavazhi theology, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the incarnation of Mayon, Ayyavazhi theology - Ayya Vaikundar as the supreme deity, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the return of Ayya Vaikundar, Ayyavazhi theology - Kali or Kalimayai, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in fate and curse, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in final judgement, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in attaining Vaikundam, Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in the dawn of Dharma Yukam

Read more here: » Ayyavazhi theology: Encyclopedia II - Ayyavazhi theology - Belief in fate and curse