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What do you call someone who believes in the spirit of nature?
A pagan or wiccan religion believes in the power of the earth and "mother nature" is one of their godesses. But many people believe in nature but dont believe that theyre pagan.
How many people practice Jainism?
jainism is basically practised in India. There are approx. 80 lac followers of jainism i.e. 8 millions
Do jainism have holy books?
Yes jainism have many holy books.One of them is Kalpa Sutra
Buddhism and Hinduism were originally branches of Jainism?
Some people believe that Jainism even existed much before Hinduism and Buddhism. Jains believe that Jainism is an eternal religion. Recent researches by some historians even show that Jainism might have even existed 5 lakh years back. If this is believed to be true, then it is quite possible that both Buddhism and Jainism were actually branches of Jainism, where Buddhism is quite similar to Jainism in many respects. Moreover, Hinduism might have been a mixture of local and some Jain beliefs.
What religion believes that all life is sacred?
One religion that believes all life is sacred is Jainism. Jains follow the principle of ahimsa, or non-violence, towards all living beings, believing that every form of life has a soul and deserves respect and compassion. This belief extends to animals, plants, and even microscopic organisms.
In the age of mahavira jainism was known as?
In the age of Mahavir, Jainism was known as "Jin Sashan" which would roughly translate to "Jainism" itself, because 23 other Tirthankaras had preceded Mahavir and spread the principles of Jainism. In the age of Mahavir, his parents and many others were already following Jainism propagated by Parshwanath, the 23rd Tirthankar of Jainism.
What is an intresting fact about Hinduism?
Hinduism is a tolerant way of life that believes in dignity and welfare of humans. Hinduism has evolved through the Vedic ages and the root of many divergent religions like Jainism,Buddhism,Sikkism etc.
Does jainism have one or many gods?
Like Buddhists, Jains do not worship a Creator God, but, believe in various non-creator deities.
Who is influenced by Jainism?
Influence of Jainism on Indian culture has been on many aspects. Language and Literature, architecture, temples, sculpture, painting, philosophy have all been influenced by Jainism. the practice of the jainism is very much in evry area of india
Are they any religions that dont believe in god creating the universe?
Yes, there are several. Deism is a Western religion, which attitude is that there is a God, but did not create the universe and does not govern it. Jainism is an Eastern religion that believes in many gods, but rejects the idea of creationism.
Why does Frederick Douglass not approve of the underground railroad?
because he believes, that to many people know of it. and it isn't underground. if it was, it might be a little safer.
How many stages of enlightenment therein jainism?
4
