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________________ Basics of JAINISM Essence OF JAINISM Ahimsa NON-VIOLENCE 1. Ahimsa (Non-Violence) Reverence for all living beings. himsa, or non-violence, is a very broad subject. Jains believe that all life forms have a soul, and all souls are basically equal and should be treated with respect. This teaches us universal love and compassion towards all living beings. Violence can be committed in three ways - thoughts, words and actions. 2. Anekantavada (Non absolutism) Respect for the views of others leading to mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence. BASICS OF JAINISM · Violent actions are obviously harmful to both, the doer and the receiver. 3. Aparigraha (Non-possessiveness) Respect for the environment leading to voluntary limits to desires and ethical living Violent words leave permanent scars in the heart and the mind of the other person.
SR No.006991
Book TitleJainism For Beginners Level 02
Original Sutra AuthorN/A
AuthorSayampurnashreeji
PublisherSayampurnashreeji
Publication Year2015
Total Pages124
LanguageEnglish
ClassificationBook_English
File Size18 MB
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