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Q: I only speak English and Spanish. Do I need to learn other languages to be a jain?
AnswerNo. You do not need to learn any other language to be a Jain.You can understand and practice Jain Dharma through English or Spanish, as long as you learn the core principles correctly and live by them sincerely.ExplanationJain Dharma is not dependent on speaking a particular language. Its esse... Read More: I Only Speak English And Spanish Do I Need To Learn Other Languages To Be A Jain
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Q: Any other jain muni who did sadhana for 700 years
AnswerWithin commonly accepted Jain tradition, there is no widely established or clearly verified account of “another Jain Muni” doing sadhana specifically for 700 years.Jain scriptures and traditional histories do describe extremely long lifespans and very long periods of tapasya or sadhana, especi... Read More: Any Other Jain Muni Who Did Sadhana For 700 Years
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Q: Jain muni who did sadhana for 700 years
AnswerIn Jain tradition, the Jain muni associated with 700 years of sādhanā is generally understood to be Muni Nandishen.ExplanationMuni Nandishen is remembered in Jain tradition for his extraordinary spiritual discipline, deep devotion, and long period of austerity and practice. His life is often c... Read More: Jain Muni Who Did Sadhana For 700 Years
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Q: Can someone of non-Indian descent become a jain?
AnswerYes. A person of non-Indian descent can become Jain.Jain Dharma is not limited by race, ethnicity, nationality, caste, or family background. Anyone who sincerely accepts and practices Jain principles can follow Jain Dharma.ExplanationJainism is based on spiritual values such as: Ahimsa — non-v... Read More: Can Someone Of Non Indian Descent Become A Jain
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Q: What does Jainism think of Buddhism?
AnswerJainism generally views Buddhism as another śramaṇa tradition that arose in ancient India, sharing some concerns with Jain Dharma, such as renunciation, karma, liberation, meditation, and non-attachment. However, Jainism does not accept Buddhist philosophy as fully correct because Jain Dharma ... Read More: What Does Jainism Think Of Buddhism