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 …

Dec 21, 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 …

The aim of Jain life is to achieve liberation of the soul. The followers of Jainism are called “Jains”, a word derived from the Sanskrit word jina (victor) and connoting the path of victory in crossing …

Sep 21, 2020 · Jains, especially Jain monastics, will gently sweep the path before them so they do not inadvertently step on an insect and will wear face masks to prevent themselves from …

According to Jain teachings, every soul is inherently divine and capable of achieving liberation (moksha) from the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara). Liberation is believed …

The Jain dictum, “Parasparopagraho Jivanam” means “Souls render service to one another.” It emphasizes the balance and harmony both among human beings, and between humanity and …

The fundamental aim of the Jain faith is to perfect the soul, which can be done only by following the teachings of the Jinas. Jains believe that the 24 Jinas revealed the essential truths of the …

Oct 31, 2023 · According to tradition, he established a large community of Jain followers: 14,000 monks and 36,000 nuns at the time of his death. Today, most followers of Jainism live in India, …

Professor Nalini Balbir introduces the Jain religion, describing its key features, practices and expressions of faith.

Aug 9, 2007 · There are three fundamental principles that support Jain life and thought: nonviolence, nonattachment, and relative pluralism. We will see the role each plays in the Jain …