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Why did Jainism and Buddhism rise in the 6th century BCE?
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Jainism and Buddhism rose because people were unhappy with ritualism, corruption in religion, and the rigid caste system. Sanskrit was difficult for many people, so simple teachings in common language…
What is a tirthankara in Jainism?
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A tirthankara is a saint who guides men and women across the river of existence. Tirthankaras lead people towards liberation through teaching and discipline. Mahavira was the last of the 24 tirthankar…
Who was Vardhamana Mahavira?
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Vardhamana Mahavira was the 24th and last tirthankara of Jainism. He made Jainism popular and systematic, so he is considered its founder. He was born in Kundagrama near Vaishali in Bihar in the secon…
Why was Mahavira married to Yashoda?
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Mahavira was married to Yashoda to divert him from asceticism. Even after marriage, he remained deeply interested in spiritual life. This shows that worldly pleasures did not attract him for long.
What happened when Mahavira renounced the world?
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Mahavira renounced the world at the age of thirty after the death of his parents. He practised severe penance for 12 years and endured hardships silently. After attaining supreme knowledge, he became …
Where did Mahavira give his first sermon, and where did he attain salvation?
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Mahavira gave his first sermon at Mount Vipul in Rajgriha, the capital of Magadha. He attained salvation at Pavapuri in Bihar at the age of 72. At that time, he had about 14,000 followers.
What are the five vows of Jainism?
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The five vows are Ahimsa, Achaurya or Asteya, Satya, Aparigraha, and Brahmacharya. They mean non-violence, not stealing, not telling a lie, not possessing property, and practising chastity. Only the f…
What are the Nine Truths of Jain philosophy?
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The Nine Truths are Jiva, Ajiva, Punya, Pap, Ashrav, Sanvar, Bandha, Nirjara, and Moksha. They explain living and non-living things, karma, bondage, destruction of karma, and salvation. These ideas fo…
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