Compassion is central to Jainism. Each soul is considered of equal value and should be treated with respect and compassion. Compassion plays a major role for the progress of the soul towards liberation.

According to Jainism there are four types of Daan: Aahar Daan (giving food), Aushadh Daan (giving medicine), Shästra Daan (giving knowledge), and Abhaya Daan (giving shelter). Aushadh Daan through which you can alleviate the pain of other living beings is one of the four important types of daan. Blood which is our lifeline can be life savior for a needy person. Let’s make an attempt to put this in practice by taking up blood-donation.

As Mahavira said in Acharanga Sutra, we should practice - no waste, no overuse, no abuse, no polluting of environment and all its resources. Identify all the surplus resources and release from time to time.

Make a start if not done already, visit a hospital or a blood bank, Donate blood when you can. Let us know with details on our email id –forms@appliedjainism.inso that we can recognize this effort