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  1. 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 …

  2. Jainism - World History Encyclopedia

    Sep 21, 2020 · 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 …

  3. Jainism | Definition, Beliefs, History, Literature, & Facts | Britannica

    Feb 6, 2026 · Jainism, Indian religion teaching a path to spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa, literally “non-injury”) to all living creatures.

  4. Jainism - National Geographic Society

    Oct 31, 2023 · 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 …

  5. 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 …

  6. 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, …

  7. Jain Beliefs - Jainpedia

    Even though it is an ancient religion, Jainism may be considered in modern scientific terms. Traditional Jain beliefs can also be presented as four ‘Noble Truths’.

  8. Jainism - Religious Studies Center

    Aug 9, 2007 · Jainism is a religion with which most people in the West are not familiar. It is small, with only about 4.2 million adherents, [1] most of whom reside in India, but it claims roots in …

  9. 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 …

  10. Jainism: Doctrines, Sects, Contributions & More - Next IAS

    Sep 4, 2024 · This article aims to study in detail the Jainism, including its origin, spread, doctrines & teachings, sects, its contributions to Indian society and other related concepts.