Jainism (/ ˈdʒeɪnɪzəm, ˈdʒaɪnɪzəm / JAY-niz-əm, JYE-niz-əm), [1] also known as Jain Dharma, [2] is an Indian religion which teaches a path toward spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined non …

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Dec 3, 2025 · A desire to preserve their religious identity has led expatriate Jains to form trans-sectarian organizations such as the Jain Samaj, founded in Europe in 1970, and the Federation of Jain …

The Jain dictum, “Parasparopagraho Jivanam” means “Souls render service to one another.” It emphasizes the balance and harmony both among human beings, and between humanity and all …

According to Jain teachings, every soul is inherently divine and capable of achieving liberation (moksha) from the endless cycle of birth, death, and rebirth (samsara). Liberation is believed to be attained …

The Jain religion includes more than just tolerance, non-violence, and reincarnation—and Jains desperately need to hear the gospel.

Sep 21, 2020 · Jains, especially Jain monastics, will gently sweep the path before them so they do not inadvertently step on an insect and will wear face masks to prevent themselves from inhaling any so …

Young Jains of America (YJA) is a non-profit religious organization that is an entity of Federation of the Jain Associations in North America (JAINA)

Oct 31, 2023 · According to tradition, he established a large community of Jain followers: 14,000 monks and 36,000 nuns at the time of his death. Today, most followers of Jainism live in India, with …

Aug 9, 2007 · There are three fundamental principles that support Jain life and thought: nonviolence, nonattachment, and relative pluralism. We will see the role each plays in the Jain worldview.