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Journey into Jainism
Rupees: Indian currency Saadhaka : Spiritual practitioner Sadhvi : Nun Samaayik : A 48-minute period of concentration for the
attainment of equanimity, for the abandon
ment of all sinful acts or thoughts Samavasaran: A place where Lord Mahavir delivered
lectures Santhaaraa: Life-long fast (fast unto death) Shraavak/shraavikaa: Lay followers of the Jain order, both
male and female, observe 12 vows prescribed
as a code of conduct for Jain householders Siddha : A liberated soul who has overcome the
passions and is complately free from the
bondage of karma Tapasya: Fast for a period longer than the usual 36 hour
fast Tirth: Order, which is four-fold, consisting of monks,
nuns and lay followers Vairagya: Detachment Vandanaa : A gesture by lay followers to pay homage to
Jain monks and nuns. It is done sitting on the toes with the knees on the ground, putting the palms together, and bowing down.
