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 …

Sep 21, 2020 · 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 …

Apr 23, 2025 · Jainism, Indian religion teaching a path to spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa, literally ‘non-injury’) to all living creatures. Along with …

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 …

Oct 31, 2023 · 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 …

Aug 27, 2009 · 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 …

Jan 19, 2025 · 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 …

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 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 or Jain Dharma, is an ancient Indian religion. Followers of Jainism are called “ Jains “, a word derived from the Sanskrit word jina (victor) and connoting the path of victory in crossing …