Jainism - Wikipedia Jainism ( ˈdʒeɪnɪzəm JAY-niz-əm), also known as Jain Dharma, [1] 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 | 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 Along with Hinduism and Buddhism, Jainism is one of the three ancient religious traditions and an integral part of South Asian belief and practice
Jainism - World History Encyclopedia Jainism is one of the oldest religions in the world The name comes from jiva (soul or life force but, capitalized, is also given as Spiritual Conqueror) as it maintains that all living things possess
Jainism Beliefs: The Five Great Vows and the Twelve Vows of Laity At its core, Jainism is the belief in nonviolence as a means to achieve kevala, a blissful or elevated existence, comparable to Buddhist nirvana or Hindi moksha Once kevala is achieved, the spirit leaves the bonds of the physical body In order to achieve kevala, one must follow the path of the Ratnatraya, or the Three Jewels, of Jainism
Jainism - National Geographic Society Jainism is one of the three most ancient religions of India, with roots that go back to at least the mid-first century B C E Today, it is still an integral part of Indian culture Jainism teaches that the path to enlightenment is through nonviolence and reducing harm to living things (including plants and animals) as much as possible
Religions - Jainism: Jainism at a glance - BBC 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
Jainism, Founder, Symbol, Teachings, Beliefs - Vajiram Ravi Jainism is one of the religions whose origin can be traced back to the twenty four teachers (tirthankaras – ones who establishes a path or ford), through whom their faith is believed to have been handed down
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 differs from all other religions, in so far as it is a perfectly accurate, definite and exact science, free from misty and mystic ritual, unholy superstition and fear-engendering devotion
Jainism - New World Encyclopedia Jainism (pronounced jayn-izm), traditionally known as Jain Dharma, is a dharmic religion with its origins in the prehistory of India, still practiced today by several million people Jainism has as its religious ideal the perfection of man’s nature