PREFACE
Scriptures and religious leaders have described many
ways of creating merit karmas (punya). One way is through
charity (daan). The purpose of charity is to give happiness to
others, by giving something that belongs to you.
Giving is taught at an early age. When a child visits a
temple with his mother, he is taught to give money or food to
the poor sitting outside. The parents give the child money to put
in the collection box. This is how children are taught to give.
Gnani Purush, Dadashri, has explained the subtleties of
how one can incur a tremendous loss if while making a donation,
the proper understanding and internal awareness is not present.
What kind of awareness and intention should one have when
making a donation? What are the most valuable types of
donations? How many kinds are there? To whom can you give?
Dadashri has given us extensive information about giving charity,
which you, the reader will find invaluable. This small publication
will become the ultimate guide, providing the best understanding
in matters relating to charity.
-Dr. Niruben Amin
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