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Jainism - Wikipedia
Jainism (/ ˈdʒeɪnɪzəm, ˈdʒaɪnɪzəm / JAY-niz-əm, JYE-niz-əm), [1] also known as Jain Dharma, [2] is an Indian religion which teaches a path toward spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined non-violence (ahimsa) to all living creatures.
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 - Education
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.
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.
About Jainism - JAINA-JainLink
The principles enunciated by a “Jin” constitute Jainism and the followers are known as “Jains.” Jainism represents a symbiosis of the religious and scientific approaches, for better living based on the foundations of non-violence, peace, compassion, and humility toward all living beings.
Jainism Introduction | Yale Forum on Religion and Ecology
Jainism offers a worldview that in many ways seems readily compatible with core values associated with environmental activism. While both uphold the protection of life, the underlying motives governing the Jain faith and those governing environmental activism do differ.
History of Jainism - Wikipedia
Jainism is an ancient Indian religion belonging to the Śramaṇa tradition. Jains trace their history through a lineage of twenty-four tirthankaras (ford-makers), revering Rishabhanatha as the first in the present time-cycle.
What is Jainism? - jaingpt.org
Jainism is an eternal religion that is revived from time to time by prophets known as Tirthankaras. Bhagwan Mahavir, the twenty-fourth and last Tirthankara of this era, revived the Jain philosophy about 2600 years ago.
Jainism - Ahimsa, Dharma, Karma | Britannica
Jainism - Ahimsa, Dharma, Karma: Jainism, Hinduism, and Buddhism share many key concepts derived from the Sanskrit language and dialects that have enabled them to hone their religious debates.
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