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What is the central tenet of Jainism?

  • Cyclical theory of time
  • Promotion of self-discipline
  • Compassion towards animals (correct)
  • Worship of 24 Tirthankaras
  • What is the concept of Ahimsa in Jainism?

  • It is a negative concept of avoiding violence
  • Harming non-living things is acceptable
  • It is limited to avoiding harm to animals
  • It promotes compassion, kindness, and understanding (correct)
  • According to Jainism, what is the soul's role in all living beings?

  • The soul's existence is unknown
  • The soul only exists in humans
  • The soul does not exist in all living beings
  • The soul is eternal and resides in all living beings (correct)
  • What is the significance of the Tirthankaras in Jainism?

    <p>They guide humanity towards salvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Tirthankaras relate to the theory of cyclic time in Jainism?

    <p>They are born at the end of each cycle to guide humanity towards salvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theory of cyclic time in Jainism?

    <p>The universe goes through a cycle of creation, destruction, and rebirth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the principle of cause and effect in Jainism?

    <p>Karma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the spiritual teachers and leaders of Jainism that guide humanity towards salvation?

    <p>Tirthankaras</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jainism emphasize as the means to attain spiritual liberation?

    <p>Non-violence and self-discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the belief about the soul in Jainism?

    <p>The soul is pure and eternal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle involves maintaining a pure mind and body in Jainism?

    <p>Chastity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jainism emphasize in order to minimize the accumulation of negative karma?

    <p>Self-discipline and non-violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Non-violence' in Jainism refers to:

    <p>Not harming any living being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can only be liberated from the effects of past actions according to Jainism?

    <p>The soul bound by past actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Non-stealing' in Jainism involves:

    <p>'Taking what is not one's own'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jainism emphasize as a way to let go of material possessions and desire for worldly pleasures?

    <p>Letting go of material possessions and desire for worldly pleasures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Jainism: The Ancient Indian Religion

    Jainism is an ancient Indian religion that has been practiced for thousands of years. It is based on the teachings of 24 Tirthankaras, or spiritual teachers, who have attained enlightenment and taught the path to salvation. Jainism emphasizes the principles of non-violence, compassion, and self-discipline as the means to attain spiritual liberation.

    Ahimsa (Non-Violence)

    Ahimsa, or non-violence, is a central tenet of Jainism. It is the principle of not harming any living being, including plants, animals, and even microorganisms. Jains believe that the soul is eternal and resides in all living beings, and therefore, harming any being is a form of violence against oneself. Ahimsa is not merely a negative concept of avoiding violence; it is a positive concept of promoting compassion, kindness, and understanding. It is about cultivating a non-violent attitude towards all beings and the environment.

    Tirthankaras

    The Tirthankaras are the spiritual teachers and leaders of Jainism. They are the ones who have attained enlightenment and have taught the path to salvation. Jainism believes in the concept of cyclic time, or the theory of birth and death. According to this theory, the universe goes through a cycle of creation, destruction, and rebirth. The Tirthankaras are born at the end of each cycle to guide humanity towards salvation.

    The 24 Tirthankaras include:

    1. Rishabha
    2. Ajit
    3. Ambika
    4. Ananta
    5. Adinatha
    6. Neminath
    7. Parshvanatha
    8. Mahavira
    9. Shreyansha
    10. Nemi
    11. Mallinath
    12. Shri Kunthunatha
    13. Shri Nirgranthanatha
    14. Shri Aranatha
    15. Shri Purnnatha
    16. Shri Arahanatha
    17. Shri Shreyanshanatha
    18. Shri Chandprabhanatha
    19. Shri Suparshvanatha
    20. Shri Sambhavanatha
    21. Shri Abhinandanatha
    22. Shri Sumatinatha
    23. Shri Bhagavan
    24. Shri Mahavira

    Karma in Jainism

    Karma is the principle of cause and effect in Jainism. It states that every action has consequences, and these consequences determine the future of the individual. Jains believe that the soul is pure and eternal, but it is bound by the effects of past actions. The soul can only be liberated from these effects by following the path of self-discipline and non-violence.

    Jainism emphasizes the importance of self-discipline in order to minimize the accumulation of negative karma. This includes:

    • Non-violence: Not harming any living being.
    • Truthfulness: Speaking the truth and avoiding lying.
    • Non-stealing: Not taking what is not one's own.
    • Chastity: Maintaining a pure mind and body.
    • Non-attachment: Letting go of material possessions and desire for worldly pleasures.

    By following these principles, Jains aim to minimize the negative effects of past actions and eventually achieve spiritual liberation.

    In conclusion, Jainism is a rich and complex religion that emphasizes non-violence, compassion, and self-discipline as the means to attain spiritual liberation. The Tirthankaras are the spiritual teachers and leaders who guide humanity towards salvation, and karma is the principle of cause and effect that determines the future of the individual.

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