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JAIN HISTORY LITERATURE and SECTS
E01 - History of Jain Traditions and Sects
popular level, knowledge of Jainism and the Jains is very slowly filtering into the Western consciousness. Within the Jain community, there is a desire to make the principles of Jainism
known to a wider world. 08 Jain Contributions to Indian Culture Jains have made remarkable contributions to Indian culture in the areas of languages and literature, arts and architecture (temples, temple cities, cave temples, Stups, Mäna-Sthambhas, towers, Sculptures, and paintings), philosophy (multiplicity of views-Anekantaväda), ethical codes, business, political progress, religious, social and educational equality to women, and urging of self-reliance. Their greatest contribution is an emphasis on non-violence to the smallest level, including mental and verbal nonviolence. Jains also have always been known for their honesty. There is no doubt that now, in the 219 century, Jainism is in a healthy state. Jainism continues to spread beyond the bounds of India and the ideas it carries can change the world by making it an everlasting peaceful place to live.
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