Āgamas are the canonical scriptures of Jainism, containing Mahavira’s teachings as handed down by his disciples. They form the core of Jain Dharma, especially for Śvetāmbara Jains. The Śvetāmbara tradition traditionally recognizes 45 Agamas, divided into Anga Agamas, Upanga Agamas, and other sub-categories. The Digambara tradition, however, does not accept the Śvetāmbara Agamas as authentic and holds a different set of scriptures. This difference in canon is a common point of reference between the two sects. ( jainknowledge.com)

What the Agamas generally teach (in brief)

• The path to liberation through right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.
• The nature of reality (tattva) and the workings of karma, bondage, and release.
• Ethical conduct, ascetic rules, and monastic discipline for those seeking moksha.
• Stories, biographies, and doctrinal discussions that illuminate Jain ethics and cosmology.
• Foundational doctrines such as ahimsa (non-violence), anekantavada (many-sided truth), and syadvada (truth in a conditional, pluralistic sense).

Key points you might find in standard Jain discussions

• The Tattvartha-sutra (That Which Is) is widely acknowledged as an authoritative text by both Śvetāmbara and Digambara traditions, summarizing Jain philosophy and the three jewels: samyag darśana (right faith), samyag jnana (right knowledge), and samyag cāritra (right conduct). ( wisdomlib.org)
• The canonical Śvetāmbara list organizes the Agamas into groups (11 Anga Agamas, 12 Upanga Agamas, etc.), though traditions differ on which texts remain available today. ( britannica.com)
• For more detail on which Agamas exist in Śvetāmbara tradition and how many are traditionally recognized, you can explore the “How many aagam” and “List of aagam” pages. ( jainknowledge.com)

If you want, I can point you to a specific JainKnowledge page that gives a simple overview of the Agamas and their differences between Śvetāmbara and Digambara traditions.