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What is the name of the place where Mahavir gave his sermon?
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Who is the 24th Tirthankar in Jainism?
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Mahavira
- 24th Tirthankara of Jainism
- Born in 527 BCE in Rajgriha, India
- Wrote a book called "Ka" (also known as "Gina")
- Preached non-violence and self-control
- Established Jainism as a distinct religion
- Considered a key figure in Indian philosophy and spirituality
Gautama Buddha
- Born in 563 BCE in Lumbini, India
- Founded Buddhism
- Preached the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path
- Emphasized the importance of meditation and mindfulness
- Considered a key figure in Indian philosophy and spirituality
Other Jain Monks
- Sudharma Swami: a Jain monk who lived during the time of Mahavira
- Bhadrabahu: a Jain monk who lived during the time of Chandragupta Maurya
- Kharavela: a Jain monk who lived during the time of Ashoka
Indian History
- Indian National Congress: founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume
- Indian Independence Movement: began in the early 20th century
- Mahatma Gandhi: a key leader in the Indian Independence Movement
- Gandhi's Non-Cooperation Movement: began in 1920
- Salt March: a protest march led by Gandhi in 1930 to protest the salt tax
Jain Philosophy
- Jainism emphasizes non-violence and self-control
- Jains believe in the concept of ahimsa (non-violence)
- Jains believe in the concept of karma and reincarnation
- Jains have a monastic tradition, with monks and nuns living a simple life and following a strict code of conduct
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