In Jainism, the fundamental purpose of human life is to attain liberation (moksha) from the endless cycle of birth and death (samsara). This happens by purifying the soul from the bondage of karma and realizing its true, pure nature.

Key points:

• Path to liberation: practice the three jewels of Jainism—Samyak Darshan (right belief), Samyak Jnana (right knowledge), and Samyak Charitra (right conduct). Together they form the Ratnatraya (the three gems).
• Ethical code: follow non-violence (ahimsa), truth (satya), non-stealing (asteya), celibacy or proper conduct (brahmacharya), and non-attachment (aparigraha). These help shed karmic burden.
• Goal for the soul: cleanse karma, awaken spiritual awareness, and realize kevala jnana (omniscient knowledge) leading to nirvana, where the soul is free from all bondage and suffering.
• Practical meaning: in daily life, this means living with compassion, self-discipline, detachment from greed and ego, and steady spiritual practice—whether one is a layperson or a monk/nun.

Notes on tradition:

• Both Digambar and Śvetāmbara traditions affirm moksha as the ultimate aim. They may differ in some doctrinal details about practices or interpretations, but the core purpose remains the same: liberation of the soul.

If you’d like, I can share a concise, authentic Jain mantra or verse that expresses this aim, or explain how the Ratnatraya is practiced in daily life.