Jainism is not well known in the West, but it is one of the world's oldest religions. It is also perhaps the most demanding, rational and radical of all of them, attaching great importance to individual responsibility. It embodies many of the ideas underlying current thinking on the interconnectedness of all living systems, the principle of non-violence and the need to live simply. Based around the individual's own spiritual journey and the choices he or she makes, Jainism, more than other spiritual tradition alive today, can bridge the gap between eastern and western patterns of thought. The Jain Path is the best introduction to Jainism available. It is at once very topical, clear and engaging. David Frawley (Pandit Vamdeva Shastri), Director of the American Institute of Vedic Studies Jainism is one of the forgotten jewels of the world's faiths. Aidan Rankin introduces us to the essence of this spirituality in a book that is full of wisdom and intelligence.

William Bloom, author of Soulution: The Holistic Manifesto and Director of The Holism Network. Book jacket.