Jainism, traditionally known as Jain Dharma, is an ancient Indian religion. It is one of the oldest Indian religions. The three main pillars of Jainism are ahiṃsā, anekāntavāda, and aparigraha. Jains take five main vows: ahiṃsā, satya, asteya, brahmacharya, and aparigraha.

What does Jainism literally mean?

The name Jainism derives from the Sanskrit verb ji, “to conquer.” It refers to the ascetic battle that, it is believed, Jain renunciants (monks and nuns) must fight against the passions and bodily senses to gain enlightenment, or omniscience and purity of soul.

What is the meaning of word Jainism?

: a religion of India originating in the sixth century b.c. and teaching liberation of the soul by right knowledge, right faith, and right conduct.