About the Journal
Samyak: An Undergraduate Journal of Jain Studies is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal published by the Jain Studies Program at the University of North Texas. Through research and engagement, we seek to promote the values of generosity, pluralism, and compassion for all sentient beings.
ISSN (Online): 3069-7999
Current Issue
With our first issue of 2026, Samyak welcomes Miki Chase, Śrī Anantnāth Endowed Chair in Jain Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, as Coeditor in Chief.
Samyak accepts submissions on a rolling basis from undergraduate college students and advanced high school students in any areas related to the study of Jainism. We encourage proposals for themed issues, book reviews, and other special features. Please see the submissions guidelines or contact the managing editor for more information.
Jain Studies at UNT is housed in the Department of Philosophy and Religion. Our programming is made possible by generous funding from the Jain Education and Research Foundation and the continued support of the Jain Society of North Texas.
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