Are jains and parsis same
No. Jains and Parsis are two distinct communities with different beliefs and practices.
- Jains: Followers of Jainism, an ancient Indian religion that teaches non-violence (ahimsa), truth (satya), non-possession (aparigraha), and many spiritual practices aimed at liberation (moksha). Key scriptures and teachings come from Jain Tirthankaras and canonical texts, and Jain communities are primarily in India and some other countries.
- Parsis: Followers of Zoroastrianism (specifically the faith brought to India by Persian refugees). Parsis practice endogamy, fire temples, and a different set of religious rituals and scriptures centered on the teachings of Zoroaster (Ahura Mazda) and the Avesta.
While both communities emphasize ethical living and have historic ties to the Indian subcontinent, they are not the same religion or tradition.