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What is the primary principle of Jainism that guides the Jains' way of life?
Nonviolence, or ahimsa
What is unique about the vegetarian diet of Jains?
They do not eat root vegetables, but only eat vegetables that grow above the ground
What is the ultimate goal of following the principles of Jainism?
Enlightenment
What is the significance of reincarnation in Jainism?
It is determined by one's karma, and the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth continues until one achieves enlightenment
Why do Jains believe that harming living things leads to bad karma?
Because it causes harm to the souls that are present in all living things
What are the four additional vows that guide Jain believers, in addition to nonviolence?
Always speaking the truth, not stealing, showing sexual restraint, and not becoming attached to worldly things
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