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How many people on earth believes in Jainism?
About four million people follow Jainism
Do jainism have holy books?
Yes jainism have many holy books.One of them is Kalpa Sutra
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.
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
Does jainism have one or many gods?
Like Buddhists, Jains do not worship a Creator God, but, believe in various non-creator deities.
How many stages of enlightenment therein jainism?
4
What jainism belief do many hindus also practice?
Hinduism is closely related to jainism. Hindus practice Non Violence & Peace.
Who is the founderof jainism?
The founder of Jainism is Mahavira. He is considered to be the last Tirthenkara or teacher of Jainism.
How does Jainism differ from Hinduism?
Jainism differs from Hinduism in so many ways. According to Jainism every individual can get rid of his karma and become God. Unlike Hinduism which has monopolized God who reappear in every dark times.
Who believes in Jainism?
Jains believe in Jainism.
What civilization founded jainism?
The Indian civilization founded Jainism. Jainism is a breakaway religion from Hinduism.
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.
