In this religion, there are no gods or any spiritual beings who will help human beings. The three guiding principles followed by Jainism are called the 'three jewels', which are —. Right Belief. Right Knowledge. Right Conduct. Also, the supreme principle of the Jain religion is following non-violence or ahimsa. Mahavira is often regarded as the founder of Jainism, but the Jains believe that the 23 previous Tirthankaras also embraced the religion. Parshvanatha was born years before Mahavira was born.
Parshvanatha is a Tirthankara whom the modern Western historians considered to be a historical figure, who lived in about the 8th century BCE. Buddhism religion's founder is Buddha, who is considered an extraordinary man, but he is not a god.
He believed that the path to enlightenment is attained by utilizing morality, meditation, and gaining wisdom. Buddha's most important teachings are known as The Four Noble Truths, which are essential to understand this religion. One should always speak the truth. Control over self is very important. There is no logic in accumulating a lot of wealth that cannot be spent. Be honest with everybody. Following the path of non-violence. Be compassionate towards all living beings. Belief in the Soul and Karma.
Follow Nirvana. Both of them reject the authority of the Vedas and the Vedic priests; Both repudiate the efficacy of ceremonies and rituals; both bitterly condemn animal sacrifices; and both ignore God.
Jainism even emphatically denies any Supreme deity or creator, as man is his own architect. To both distinctions based on birth have no meaning; both subscribe to ahimsa, both believe in transmigration and bith hold that karma experts a definite impact on the future.
Both stress on service. Strangely enough, despite their strong regional orientation, both have accommodated many popular beliefs and superstitions. Attaining nirvana is the only way to escape suffering permanently. Until liberation is achieved, circle of rebirths and deaths continue due to Karma via incarnations in any life form on earth, as also heavenly and hellish life forms.
The sangha is supported by lay Buddhists. Monks, nuns. Literal Meaning Buddhists are those who follow the teachings of the Buddha. In the Buddhist texts, it is seen that when Gautama, after his awakening, was asked whether he was a normal human being, he replied, "No". Human suffering is due to negative effects of bad karma and excessive attachment to material aspects of world.
View of the Buddha The highest teacher and the founder of Buddhism, the all-transcending sage. Buddha is considered as contemporary of Mahavir Followers Buddhists Jains. Place of worship Buddhist monasteries, temples, shrines.
Temple Original Language s Pali Theravada tradition and Sanskrit Mahayana and Vajrayana tradition Ancient texts were written in various languages, predominantly in Magadhi, language prevalent at time of Mahavir and Buddha. Goal is to unshackle the soul from bondages of karma which results in misery due to many rebirths and deaths. Once soul is freed from these bondages, it achieves Nirvana and becomes perfect soul free from all attachments, in an eternal blissful state View of other Dharmic religions Since the word Dharma means doctrine, law, way, teaching, or discipline, other Dharmas are rejected.
Comradeship with other Dharmic religions. Goal of religion To attain enlightenment and be released from the cycle of rebirth and death, thus attaining Nirvana. To gain liberation and be released from cycle of rebirths, adopt a path of non-violence towards all living beings. Status of women No distinctions between men and women. Women are equal to men, and men are equal to women in the Sangha.
The Buddha gave Men and Women equal rights and a major part in the Sangha. Women can become nuns. Paryushan festival Scriptures Tripitaka - a vast canon composed of 3 sections: the Discourses, the Discipline and the Commentaries, and some early scriptures, such as the Gandhara texts.
Religious scriptures called Agamas. Many other canonical texts. Principle This life is suffering, and the only way to escape from this suffering is to dispel one's cravings and ignorance by realizing the Four Noble Truths and practicing the Eightfold Path.
Respect all living things. Attain liberation by avoiding and shedding of bad karma which is the cause of rebirths and all sufferings. Five vows and three jewels. Time of origin 2, years ago, circa B. Before Common Era Very ancient. One of the oldest religions as origin of 1st Tirthankar is too ancient and obscure. Mahavir 24th Tirthankar born in B. Can atheists partake in this religion's practices? Yes Population million million Views on Other Religions Being a practical philosophy, Buddhism is neutral against other religions.
Belief in pluralism and respect other religious view points and try to accomodate them. Religion which atheists may still be adherents of Yes. Jains do not believe in the idea of a Creator God. The laws revolve around Karma.
Good Karma lead to spiritual elevation and bad Karma and bad deeds to decline. Goal of Philosophy To eliminate mental suffering. Jainism is a way of life, adhere to teachings of Tirthankars, respect all life forms and end goal is to achieve Nirvana.
They are cultural figures and are independent of the doctrinal basis of Buddhism. According to some interpretations, there are beings in heaven realms but they are also bound by "samsara".
They may have less suffering but have not yet achieved salvation nibbana Numerous deities known as Tirthenkaras. But Jains do not worship them in literal sense of idol worship to ask favors. Rather, these Tirthankars are venerated as ideal Men and teachers whose teachings should be followed. Symbols The conch, endless knot, fish, lotus, parasol, vase, dharmachakra Wheel of Dharma , and victory banner.
Swastika used it long before it became a symbol for antisemitism. Other small minorities exist in other countries. Mainly in India, lower Asian subcontinent throughout, and America.
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