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The [[Jainism|Jains]] use the word [[Samayika]], a word in the [[Prakrit]] language derived from the word samay (time), to denote the practice of meditation. The aim of Samayika is to transcend the daily experiences of being a "constantly changing" human being, [[Jiva]], and allow for the identification with the "changeless" reality in the practitioner, the Atma. The practice of Samayika begins by achieving a balance in time. If the present moment of time is taken to be a point between the past and the future, Samayika means being fully aware, alert and conscious in that very moment, experiencing one's true nature, Atma, which is considered common to all living beings. The Samayika takes on special significance during [[Paryushana]], a special 8-day period practiced by the Jains.

The [[Jainism|Jains]] use the word [[Samayika]], a word in the [[Prakrit]] language derived from the word samay (time), to denote the practice of meditation. The aim of Samayika is to transcend the daily experiences of being a "constantly changing" human being, [[Jiva]], and allow for the identification with the "changeless" reality in the practitioner, the Atma. The practice of Samayika begins by achieving a balance in time. If the present moment of time is taken to be a point between the past and the future, Samayika means being fully aware, alert and conscious in that very moment, experiencing one's true nature, Atma, which is considered common to all living beings. The Samayika takes on special significance during [[Paryushana]], a special 8-day period practiced by the Jains.

Meditation techniques were available in ancient Jain scriptures that have been forgotten with time. A practice called [[preksha meditation]] is said to have been rediscovered by the 10th Head of Jain Swetamber Terapanth sect [[Acharya Mahaprajna]],<ref>[http://preksha.com/html/meditation.htm Preksha Meditation] preksha.com. Retrieved on: [[August 25]], [[2007]].</ref> and consists of the perception of the body, the psychic centres, breath and of contemplation processes which will initiate the process of personal transformation. It aims at reaching and purify the deeper levels of existence. Regular practice strengthens the immune system, builds up stamina to resist against aging process, pollution, chemical toxins, viruses, diseases, food adulteration etc. [[Jain Meditation]] is important to the daily lives of the religion's monks.<ref>J. Zaveri [http://www.jzaveri.com/what_is_preksha.htm What is Preksha?]. .jzaveri.com.  

Meditation techniques were available in ancient Jain scriptures that have been forgotten with time. A practice called [[preksha meditation]] is said to have been rediscovered by the 10th Head of Jain Swetamber Terapanth sect [[Acharya Mahaprajna]],[http://preksha.com/html/meditation.htm Preksha Meditation] preksha.com. Retrieved on: [[August 25]], [[2007]]. and consists of the perception of the body, the psychic centres, breath and of contemplation processes which will initiate the process of personal transformation. It aims at reaching and purify the deeper levels of existence. Regular practice strengthens the immune system, builds up stamina to resist against aging process, pollution, chemical toxins, viruses, diseases, food adulteration etc. [[Jain Meditation]] is important to the daily lives of the religion's monks.J. Zaveri [http://www.jzaveri.com/what_is_preksha.htm What is Preksha?]. .jzaveri.com.  

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