- Jainism - Wikipedia
Jainism ( ˈdʒeɪnɪzəm JAY-niz-əm or ˈdʒaɪnɪzəm JEYE-niz-əm) [1], also known as Jain Dharma, [2] is an Indian religion whose three main pillars are nonviolence (ahiṃsā), asceticism (aparigraha), and a rejection of all simplistic and one-sided views of truth and reality (anekāntavāda) Jainism traces its spiritual ideas and history through the succession of twenty-four
- Jainism | Definition, Beliefs, History, Literature, Facts | Britannica
Jainism, Indian religion teaching a path to spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa, literally “non-injury”) to all living creatures
- Jainism - World History Encyclopedia
Jainism holds that all living things are animated by an immortal soul caught in the cycle of rebirth and death caused by karmic matter which has accumulated through one's past actions
- Jainism - National Geographic Society
Jainism teaches that the path to enlightenment is through nonviolence and reducing harm to living things (including plants and animals) as much as possible Like Hindus and Buddhists, Jains believe in reincarnation
- Jainism Beliefs: The Five Great Vows and the Twelve Vows of Laity
Jainism beliefs focus on nonviolence through certain vows Jain monks and nuns take Mahavrata, the Five Great Vows, while nonmonastic Jains take the Twelve Vows of Laity
- BBC - Religions - Jainism: Jainism at a glance
Jainism is an ancient religion from India that teaches that the way to liberation and bliss is to live lives of harmlessness and renunciation The essence of Jainism is concern for the welfare of
- What Is Jainism ? - Explore Jainism
Jainism is one of the world’s oldest religions, originated in India over 2,500 years ago Known for its profound emphasis on non-violence (ahimsa), ethical self-discipline, and spiritual liberation, Jainism promotes a way of life dedicated to reducing harm and attaining inner purity
- What Is Jainism?
Jainism maintains that the soul is eternal, and has been undergoing transmigration during the entire beginning-less eternity of the past, on account of the karmic forces with which it is enmeshed
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