Interesting Facts about Jainism

Founder: Jainism is traditionally attributed to Lord Mahavira, who is considered the 24th Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of the Jain tradition. He is believed to have lived in the 6th century BCE

Ahimsa (Non-violence): Ahimsa is one of the fundamental principles of Jainism. Jains are committed to avoiding harm to all living beings, and this principle extends to thoughts, words, and actions

Tirthankaras: Jainism recognizes 24 Tirthankaras or spiritual teachers who have attained enlightenment and shown the path to liberation.

Tirthankaras: Lord Rishabhanatha is considered the first Tirthankara, and Lord Mahavira is the most recent one

Monasticism: Jain monks and nuns adhere to a strict code of conduct, including celibacy, non-possession, and non-violence

Vegetarianism: Jains follow a strict vegetarian diet as part of their commitment to non-violence. Many Jains also avoid eating root vegetables to minimize harm to living organisms in the soil

Symbol: The main symbol of Jainism is the Jain Prateek Chihna (Jain emblem). It consists of a swastika at the top, a three-dot symbol representing the Three Jewels (right belief, right knowledge, and right conduct), and a crescent below symbolizing the liberation of the soul

Concept of Karma: Jainism has a unique perspective on karma. It teaches that all actions, including thoughts and words, accumulate karma, which influences the soul's journey through the cycle of birth and death