Thursday 25 August 2011

Documentary: Jainism


This is a documentary about Jainism. Jainism is an Indian religion that prescribes a path of non-violence towards all living beings. Its philosophy and practice emphasize the necessity of self-effort to move the soul towards divine consciousness and liberation. Any soul that has conquered its own inner enemies and achieved the state of supreme being is called Jina "Conqueror, Victor". Jainism is also referred to as Shramana "self-reliant" Dharma or the religion of Nirgrantha "those without ties" by ancient texts.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

02:44 "... Expounding to their followers, the teachings of Mahavir, the founder of Jainism". Unlike a popular belief, Mahavir was not the Founder of Jainism. He was just a teacher like the 23 others who preceded him. He can be called the most profound teacher/guru but not the founder.