jainism

Meanings

• A religion founded in India more than 2,500 years ago, based on the teachings of the Jinas, or Tirthankaras, who are considered to be spiritual teachers and saviors.

  - "Jainism is an ancient Indian religion."
  - "The religion of Jainism originated in India over 2,500 years ago."

• A philosophy and way of life that emphasizes non-violence, self-control, and liberation of the soul from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

  - "Jainism is not just a religion, but also a way of life."
  - "The philosophy of Jainism emphasizes the importance of non-violence and self-control."

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Variants

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Jainism , Jainisms

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Etymology

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From Sanskrit 'Jaina', meaning 'victor' or 'conqueror'. The term refers to followers of Jainism.

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Trivia

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1. Jainism is one of the oldest living religions in the world.

2. Jain monks and nuns wear masks to prevent inadvertently inhaling or exhaling microscopic particles of living organisms.

3. Jainism has over 4.5 million followers worldwide.

4. The Jain festival of Diwali, also known as Deepavali, is celebrated by Jains to mark the return of the spiritual teacher Mahavira to his hometown after achieving enlightenment.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ahimsa: Non-violence, a key principle in Jainism. Ahimsa means not causing harm to any living being, including animals and plants.

2. Anahat-Karmas: Unintended actions that still result in negative karma. Jainism teaches that even unintended actions have consequences and that it is important to strive for non-attachment and non-violence in all aspects of life.

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Culture

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Jainism has had a significant impact on Indian culture, particularly in the areas of art, literature, and philosophy. Jain temples and monuments can be found throughout India and are known for their intricate carvings and beautiful architecture. Jainism has also influenced Indian literature, with many works of poetry and prose exploring its themes and teachings.

How to Memorize "jainism"

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   - Imagine a peaceful Jain monk in orange robes, practicing meditation and living a simple, non-violent life.
   - Visualize the intricate carvings and beautiful architecture of a Jain temple.

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   - Associate the color orange with Jainism.
   - Associate the idea of non-violence and peace with Jainism.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym NAVA-PANCH KARMA: Non-violence, Aparigraha (non-attachment), Asteya (non-stealing), Satya (truth), Daya (compassion), Shraddha (faith), and Ahiṃsā (non-violence).

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