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Jainism Summary
1,323 words, approx. 4 pages
Jainism, like Hinduism and Buddhism, is one of India's ancient, indigenous religions. The word "Jain" derives from the Sanskrit word ji meaning to conquer. The founder of Jainism was Vardhamana (c. 599–527 BCE), later known...
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Jainism Summary
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Jainism FOUNDED: c. 550 B.C.E. RELIGI ON AS A PERCENTAGE OF WORLD POPULATION: 0.1 percent Overview Jain doctrine states that the religion has been periodically renewed by enlightened people, or Jinas, since a beginningless time, but scholars date...
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Jainism Summary
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JAINISM. Jainism is a South Asian religious tradition which takes its name from those (Sanskrit, Jaina; English, "Jain") who follow the teachings and example of authoritative teachers called Jina (conqueror). These teachers are also...
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Principles of the Jainism Religion
1,152 words, approx. 4 pages
Jainism is a religion similar to Buddhism in which the main goal is making the soul free from earthly hindrances. Karma, reincarnation and prayer are key tenets of the religion.
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The Significance of Jainism
644 words, approx. 2 pages
This analysis of Jainism explores its historical background, teachings, cultural impact and ritual practices. Also known as Jain Dharma, one of its early leaders was Vardhamana Jnatrputra, commonly known as Mahavira.


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