In Jainism, the purpose of this life on earth is to attain moksha (liberation) from the endless cycle of birth and death (samsara). This happens by purifying the soul (jiva) of the karmic bonds that cloud it.

Key points:

• The human birth is precious because it gives us the right opportunity to burn off karma and rise to liberation.
• The path to moksha is through three guiding truths: samyak darshan (right Faith/Right Perception), samyak gnana (right Knowledge), and samyak charitra (right Conduct). Together they form the Jain code of conduct and understanding.
• Practicing ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), asteya (non-stealing), brahmacharya (chastity), and aparigraha (non-attachment/renunciation) helps shed karmic bonds and purify the soul.
• When all karmic impurities are burnt away, the soul remains in its pure, infinite bliss state (kevala jnana) and achieves moksha.

Notes on differences:

• Digambara and Śvetāmbara traditions agree that liberation is the ultimate goal, but they differ on certain details about path and conditions for liberation, including certain gender-related examples. The core idea—freedom from karma and cycle of rebirth—remains central in both.

If you’d like, I can provide a brief meditation or daily practice plan aligned with these Jain principles.