________________
Conclusion
The women in Jainism are like no other. They are able to do most anything that a man can. They influence everyone around them. Women in the past in Jain religion have created a bright mark that we all look up to and are inspirational to all of
References:
•
us. "Behind every successful man, there is a great woman." This has proven to be true in the Jain religion. I, as a young girl growing in the USA, am greatly influenced by the women around me. However, there are some things that women can't do. We don't know if we will ever be able to do them. However, as a progressive religion we should continuously indulge in our traditions. At the same time, we should continue pushing the boundaries, while also keeping our fundamentals clear. But the most important thing to remember is that Jainism goes beyond gender. Jainism believes in a pure soul. It doesn't matter if the non-living body holding it is a male or female.
http://www.jainsamaj.org/rpg_site/literature2.php?id=548&cat=42
http://www.rise-of-womanhood.org/women-in-jainism.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/jainism/beliefs/women.shtml
http://www.studymode.com/subjects/women-and-religion-page1.html
http://tattvagyan.com/jain-stories/sulsa/
http://www.shripalras.com/about.html
My elders, family and friends
Jainism: The Global Impact
251
