Dr. Samani Amal Prajna

Dr. Samani Amal Prajna is an esteemed scholar and educator affiliated with Jain Vishva Bharati Institute (JVBI), a Deemed-to-be University in Ladnun, Rajasthan.

Current Roles:
• Head of Samniji Department, JVBI: Overseeing education, research, and meditation programs. Responsible for training new Samnijis and managing the yearly schedule for all Samniji groups.
• Assistant Director, Bhagavan Mahavir International Research Centre, JVBI.
• Associate Professor, Dept. of Jainology and Comparative Religion & Philosophy, JVBI.
• Editor, Tulsi Prajna (UGC CARE Listed Peer-reviewed Research Journal).

Educational Qualifications:
• PhD on “Impact of Preksha Meditation on Dispositional Forgiveness.
• Qualified NET in Buddhism, Jainism, Gandhian, and Peace Studies.
• Master’s degree in Jainism and Comparative Religion and Philosophy.

Research and Publications:
• Published numerous articles in reputed journals, including studies on forgiveness, Jain culture, and the influence of Jain doctrines.
• Authored the book Jain Doctrine of Reality and edited 14 monographs on Jain philosophy.
• Completed a funded research project on “Jain Theory of Forgiveness” in 2020.

Professional Contributions:
• Delivered lectures and training in Preksha Meditation camps and academic institutions globally.
• Developed the Forgiveness Scale, a psychological tool published by the National Psychological Corporation, Agra.

Global Engagements:
• Represented Jain philosophy and meditation practices in the UAE, UK, USA, Singapore, and Nepal.

Samani Amal Prajna’s profound knowledge and leadership continue to inspire and guide students and the Jain community worldwide.