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Introduction to Jainism Quiz

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What is the name of the founder of Jainism?

Vardhamana

Which characteristic is associated with the 24th Tirthankara in Jainism?

Omniscience

What is the central teaching emphasized in Jainism?

Non-violence (ahimsa)

What is the specific practice strongly advocated by Jainism?

Renunciation Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to refer to the spiritual conquerors in Jainism?

Tirthankaras Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymological meaning of the term 'Jaina'?

The etymological meaning of the term 'Jaina' is 'conqueror' or 'hero'. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary contribution of the Tirthankaras to Jainism?

The primary contribution of the Tirthankaras is the establishment of the path to liberation and the emphasis on solitude and self-practice in Jainism. Signup and view all the answers

Who are the Tirthankaras in Jainism?

The Tirthankaras are the twenty-four conquerors or heroes who have attained liberation in Jainism. Signup and view all the answers

How are the teachings of Mahavira and the Jinas different from the Vedic religion?

The teachings of Mahavira and the Jinas oppose violence and emphasize self-control and aversion, which is different from the Vedic religion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the silence of the Jinas in Jainism?

The silence of the Jinas in Jainism signifies the immense contemplation and effort involved in their teachings and attainment of liberation. Signup and view all the answers

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Founders and Key Figures

The founder of Jainism is Mahavira.

Characteristics of Tirthankaras

The 24th Tirthankara, Mahavira, is associated with the characteristic of being the last Tirthankara in the current cosmic cycle.

Core Teachings

The central teaching emphasized in Jainism is the non-violence and non-possession of worldly things.

Practices

Ahimsa, or non-violence, is the specific practice strongly advocated by Jainism.

Tirthankaras and Jainism

The term used to refer to the spiritual conquerors in Jainism is Jina.
The etymological meaning of the term 'Jaina' is 'ollower of the Jina'.
The primary contribution of the Tirthankaras to Jainism is preaching the path of liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

Tirthankaras and their Significance

The Tirthankaras are the spiritual conquerors who have achieved liberation and are role models for the Jainas.
They are the teaching gods who show the path of liberation.

Comparative Analysis

The teachings of Mahavira and the Jinas are different from the Vedic religion as they rejected the authority of the Vedas and the Vedic rituals.

Significance of Silence

The silence of the Jinas is significant in Jainism as it symbolizes their detachment from worldly desires and attachment to ultimate truth.

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Test your knowledge on the introduction, beliefs, and teachings of Jainism, including the concepts of self-control, non-violence, and contemplation as propounded by the Jainism's founder, Mahavira, and his predecessor Gautama Jinas. Explore the origin and principles of Jainism in this quiz.