In Jainism, there is a distinct Jaina Ramayana (not the Hindu Ramayana). Rama is treated as an eminent virtuous being who ultimately attains moksha. The story appears in several Jain works, with some differences across Digambar and Śvetāmbar traditions.

• Main texts and idea:

- Paumachariyam (Paumacariyu) by Vimalasuri: the earliest Jain version of Rama’s life, told in Prakrit as the Life of Padma. Rama is called Padma, a Balabhadra, and the narrative emphasizes dharma, renunciation, and spiritual progress leading to liberation. Lakshmana often plays a strong role in upholding dharma, and Ravana is part of the moral lessons rather than a divine adversary of Vishnu. Sita is depicted more in a spiritual light, with focus on inner purity and liberation. ( jainknowledge.com) - Padmapurana (Padma Purana) by Ravisena: a later Sanskrit Jain Ramayana that continues and expands the Paumacariya tradition, presenting Rama as Padma and detailing his path toward renunciation and nirvana. ( en.wikipedia.org) - Other Jain tellings (Svayambhu, Harisena’s KathāKośa, etc.) exist and vary in detail, but share Rama as a virtuous figure in the 63 Salākāpuruṣa framework and the theme of liberation through renunciation. ( nirishvaravadi.com)

• Core differences from the Hindu Ramayana:

- Rama is not an avatar of Vishnu; he is a Balabhadra (one of the 63 great beings) who follows the Jain path to moksha. - The death of Ravana and some battles are interpreted within Jain ethics, sometimes with Lakshmana taking a more prominent role in defeating evil. - Sita’s role is often presented with a focus on spiritual attainment and renunciation rather than divine heroine status. The overall arc emphasizes dharma leading to liberation rather than bhakti to a god. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Tradition-specific notes:

- Digambar and Śvetāmbar traditions may emphasize different episodes or interpret certain characters’ motives in light of Jain philosophy, but the memakai core remains Rama as Padma and the path to moksha. ( jainknowledge.com)

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