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In this article, we will explore the foundational principles of Jainism known as the Three Jewels. These principles provide a comprehensive framework for spiritual growth and the attainment of liberation. Throughout this journey, we will delve deeper into each jewel, discovering their significance and the role they play in guiding Jains towards a life of […]
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The Twelve-Limbed Basket, or Dwadasha-Anga, is a collection of twelve canonical texts that form the basis of Jain scripture and provide guidance on the Jain path to spiritual liberation. These sacred writings have shaped the beliefs, practices, and identity of Jains throughout history. They continue to provide a source of inspiration and guidance for those
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Karma is a fundamental concept in Hinduism, Buddhism, and even Jainism, that refers to the law of cause and effect. It is believed that the consequences of a person’s actions, good or bad, will eventually come back to them. This creates a cycle of good and bad karma that, depending on a person’s actions, will
Introduction Buddhism is an ancient religion and philosophy that originated in India around the 5th century B.C. During the seventh century B.C., many ‘renouncers’ of Vedic tradition emerged—Jainism and Buddhism being the main ones. They sought to break the emphasis of religious practices from external rituals of the Brahmans to internal change, centered on its renunciation
Jainism originated in north India from the Vedic culture, around the fifth century B.C. It is a branch out of Hinduism, tracing back to the Indus Valley civilization which flourished in the region from around 2500 BCE to 1900 BC. Historic Overview of Jainism The Vedic culture mainly centered on rituals which preserved the health
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Introduction Hinduism is one of the oldest organized religions in the world. It has its origins as early as 1500 B.C., possibly predating Zoroastrianism which began either second millennium or in 600 B.C. Judaism had its roots starting with the call to Abraham in 1921 B.C. This was during a time when many kinds of gods