Jainism is an Indian religion that follows the idea of a path of nonviolence towards all living beings. The name of a person who practices Jainism is a Jain. Jains are the most literate in people in India and have spread the religion as far as America, Western Europe, and Australia among with other countries in the Far East.
There is no country which follow Jainism as the religion of nation. However, one may found people of Jain religion in every country on the Earth.
There are at least three: Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism.
The main problem of jainism is the extremity of the principles.
Jainism was a distinct religious tradition that emerged in ancient India around the same time as Hinduism. While its teachings and practices share some similarities with Hinduism, Jainism developed as a separate path with unique beliefs, principles, and practices that differ in significant ways from Hinduism. Jainism emphasizes non-violence, self-discipline, and non-attachment as core values in striving for spiritual liberation.
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Yes, Jainism has holy cities. One of them is Calcutta.
Like Buddhists, Jains do not worship a Creator God, but, believe in various non-creator deities.
The "prophets" of Jainism were teachers known as 'tirthenkaras.' They taught how to overcome one's own temptations & weaknesses.
the name is derived from jians called the conqurers
The founder of Jainism is Mahavira. He is considered to be the last Tirthenkara or teacher of Jainism.
Jainism yoga refers to the spiritual practices and disciplines within Jainism aimed at achieving liberation (moksha) from the cycle of birth and death (samsara). It emphasizes the importance of non-violence (ahimsa), truth, and asceticism, encouraging practitioners to purify their souls through meditation, self-discipline, and ethical living. Jain yoga integrates physical and mental practices to foster spiritual growth and promote inner peace, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of the self and the universe.
As per Indian constitution Jainism is a religion. Also it is clear from supreme court's decision: Jainism is "indisputably is not a part of Hindu Religion" One can get more details here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_status_of_Jainism_as_a_distinct_religion_in_India