Vows of Ascetics and Laypeople

Author(s): Pravin K Shah
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee

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Spiritual Practiceners and Teachers
Renounce the world
Ascetics (Monks and Nuns):
•No earthly possessions
No family relationship Beg for food
•Wear no cloth or white cloth
•Walk on bare feet (no vehicles)
Practice self-control
Follow strictly Five Great Vows (maha-vrats)
By Mind, Speech, and Action
Not to do, not to ask others to do, not to approve such actions
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