Highlights of Indian scriptures Full info on jain dharma

1. Highlights of Indian
Scriptures
Major Incidents & Terms from Jain
Scriptures
Presented by: DEV SHARMA
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2. Introduction to Jain Scriptures
• Jainism is one of the oldest religions in
India.
• Core scriptures: Agamas (canonical
texts), Tattvartha Sutra (philosophy), and
Kalpa S tra (biographies).
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• Key themes: Ahimsa (non-violence),
Anekantavada (multiplicity of views), and
Karma theory.

3. Life of Mahavira
• Born as Vardhamana in 599 BCE in
Kundagrama.
• Renounced worldly life at 30, attained
Kevala Jnana (omniscience) after 12 years
of penance.
• Founded Jain Sangha (monastic order),
preached non-violence and truth.

4. Tirthankaras and Their Role
• 24 Tirthankaras (spiritual teachers) in
Jainism.
• Rishabhanatha – First Tirthankara, credited
with establishing society.
• Mahavira – Last Tirthankara, revived Jain
teachings.

5. Key Jain Terms & Concepts
• Ahimsa: Absolute non-violence towards all
living beings.
• Aparigraha: Non-attachment to material
possessions.
• Syadvada: Doctrine of relativity; truth
depends on perspective.

6. Jain Cosmology & Universe
Structure
• Universe is eternal, without a creator.
• Divided into Urdhva Loka (heavenly
realms), Madhya Loka (human world), and
Adho Loka (hellish realms).
• Tirthankaras are born in Madhya Loka to
guide beings to liberation.

7. Conclusion & Jain Influence on
Indian Thought
• Jain principles influenced Hinduism, Buddhism,
and Gandhian philosophy.
• Emphasis on peace, vegetarianism, and
environmental conservation.
• Jainism’s message: Spiritual liberation through
ethical living.

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