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  1. Jainism - Wikipedia

    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 …

  2. Jainism | Definition, Beliefs, History, Literature, & Facts | Britannica

    Dec 3, 2025 · Jainism, Indian religion teaching a path to spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa, literally “non-injury”) to all living creatures.

  3. Jainism - World History Encyclopedia

    Sep 21, 2020 · Jainism holds that all living things are animated by an immortal soul caught in the cycle of rebirth and death caused by karmic matter which has accumulated through one's past actions.

  4. Jainism - National Geographic Society

    Oct 31, 2023 · Jainism teaches that the path to enlightenment is through nonviolence and reducing harm to living things (including plants and animals) as much as possible. Like Hindus and Buddhists, Jains …

  5. About Jainism - JAINA-JainLink

    The principles enunciated by a “Jin” constitute Jainism and the followers are known as “Jains.” Jainism represents a symbiosis of the religious and scientific approaches, for better living based on the …

  6. What Is Jainism ? - Explore Jainism

    Jainism is one of the world’s oldest religions, originated in India over 2,500 years ago. Known for its profound emphasis on non-violence (ahimsa), ethical self-discipline, and spiritual liberation, Jainism …

  7. Understanding Jainism: A Comprehensive Guide - Religion24

    In this article, we will delve into the rich history, core beliefs, and unique practices of Jainism, providing a comprehensive understanding of this fascinating faith.

  8. BBC - Religions - Jainism: Jainism at a glance

    Aug 27, 2009 · Jainism is an ancient religion from India that teaches that the way to liberation and bliss is to live lives of harmlessness and renunciation. The essence of Jainism is concern for the welfare of...

  9. What Is Jainism?

    Jainism maintains that the soul is eternal, and has been undergoing transmigration during the entire beginning-less eternity of the past, on account of the karmic forces with which it is enmeshed.

  10. Smarthistory – The Jain faith, an introduction

    There is no way to historically pinpoint when it began; virtually no archaeological Jain ruins predate this time in India, but the earliest evidence there is suggests that Jainism was already a well-established …