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How ahimsa is lived out among Jains?
Jains are vegan. Some do not travel, to avoid crushing insects or killing them via a car windshield, etc.
How nonviolence affected the daily lives of Jains in ancient India?
The Jains' emphasis on nonviolence comes from their belief that everything is alive and part of the cycle of rebirth. Jains are very serious about not injuring or killing any creature-humans, animals, insects, or even plants. They do not believe in animal sacrifice, like the ones the ancient Brahmins performed. Because they don't want to hurt living creatures, Jains are vegetarians. They do not eat any food that comes from animals. Hope this helps :).
What is the concept of ahimsa?
It is the Jainist belief of nonviolence. "A" negates "himsa", the Sanskrit world for violence. The concept behind ahimsa is the motive to stop reincarnation. By living a nonviolent lifestyle, Jains hope to escape the cycle and reach nirvana. To follow ahimsa, Jains are vegan and avoid harming all forms of life. Some Jains will not travel, for fear of crushing insects while walking.
What do Jains call their god?
Jains call their god Tirthankar.
What are jainism people called?
They're called Jains.
Do jains believe in god?
Jains have different deities, the most important ones, being tirthankaras.
Is digamber jains Buddhists?
Digamber Jains are not Buddhists. Digamber is a sect of Jainism.
Why jains does not brinjal?
jains avoid eating brinjal at it is considered jimikand or underground food
Who do Jains follow?
Jains have many Gods like in Hinduism however, their main God is Lord Mahavir.
How do nonviolence affected the daily lives of Jains in ancient India?
The Jains' emphasis on nonviolence comes from their belief that everything is alive and part of the cycle of rebirth. Jains are very serious about not injuring or killing any creature-humans, animals, insects, or even plants. They do not believe in animal sacrifice, like the ones the ancient Brahmins performed. Because they don't want to hurt living creatures, Jains are vegetarians. They do not eat any food that comes from animals. Hope this helps :).
An insects antennae are located between the what?
An insects antenna protrude from the front of its head near the top.
Do jains drink milk?
Jains consume milk. Even most milk products are also consumed by Jains. Jainagams do not find any defect in consuming milk and most milk products.
