Here is a simple 15‑day beginner‑friendly curriculum to learn the basics of Jainism. (You can follow it at your own pace; 15 “sessions” if not daily.)

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Day 1 – What is Jainism?

Goal: Get an overview.

• Learn:

- Jainism is an eternal (śāśvata) dharma. - Main focus: Ahimsa (non‑violence) and purification of the soul. - Understand words: Jina, Jain, Dharma, Saṃsāra, Moksha.

• Activity:

- Write in 3–4 sentences: “What do I think Jainism is about?” (before and after reading).

• Optional reading: Introduction to Jainism

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Day 2 – Soul (Ātmā) and Karma

Goal: Understand basic Jain view of the soul.

• Learn:

- Soul is conscious, eternal, full of knowledge and bliss. - Karmas are very fine particles that bind to soul due to passions and activities. - Difference between jīva (living) and ajīva (non‑living).

• Activity:

- Make 2 columns: “Jīva” and “Ajīva” and list at least 5 examples each.

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Day 3 – Seven Tattvas (Fundamental Truths)

Goal: Get a simple map of Jain philosophy.

• Learn the 7 tattvas (basic elements of reality / spiritual truths):

1. Jīva – soul 2. Ajīva – non‑soul 3. Āsrava – inflow of karma 4. Bandha – bondage of karma 5. Saṃvara – stopping inflow 6. Nirjarā – shedding of karma 7. Moksha – liberation

• Activity:

- In 1 line each, explain these in your own words.

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Day 4 – Three Jewels (Ratnatraya)

Goal: Learn the path to liberation in Jainism.

• Learn:

- Samyak Darshan – Right Faith / Right View - Samyak Jñān – Right Knowledge - Samyak Chāritra – Right Conduct - Liberation is possible only when all three are present.

• Activity:

- Write one practical example for each: - How can I improve Right View in daily life? - How can I improve Right Knowledge? - How can I improve Conduct?

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Day 5 – Five Great Vows (Panch Mahāvrata)

Goal: Know the main moral foundation.

• Learn the 5 vows:

1. Ahimsa – Non‑violence 2. Satya – Truth 3. Asteya – Non‑stealing 4. Brahmacharya – Celibacy / control of sensuality 5. Aparigraha – Non‑possessiveness

• Note:

- For monks: Mahāvrata (absolute form). - For householders: Aṇuvrata (small / limited form).

• Activity:

- Choose 1 vow (e.g., Ahimsa) and write 5 ways you can apply it in daily life.

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Day 6 – Ahimsa in Detail

Goal: Deepen understanding of non‑violence.

• Learn:

- Types of violence: by doing, by asking others, by approving. - Himsa in thought, speech, and body. - Importance of vegetarian / vegan living, carefulness in walking, speaking, and eating.

• Activity:

- For one full day, be very mindful: - Speak softly, avoid harsh words. - Check your plate before eating (no insects, no waste). - In the evening, note where you were able to reduce himsa.

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Day 7 – Lord Mahavir and Tirthankaras

Goal: Learn about the spiritual teachers of Jainism.

• Learn:

- Who is a Tirthankara? - There are 24 Tirthankaras in this time‑cycle; last is Bhagwan Mahavir. - Very brief life of Mahavir: birth, renunciation, keval‑jñān, preaching, nirvāṇa.

• Activity:

- Memorize names of at least the 1st (Rishabhdev), 23rd (Parshvanath) and 24th (Mahavir). - Note 3 qualities of Mahavir you find inspiring.

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Day 8 – Two Main Sects: Śvetāmbara & Digambara

Goal: Understand basic differences without criticism.

• Learn:

- Common foundation: same Tirthankaras, karma theory, moksha path. - Visible differences: dress of monks, some scriptures, some rituals, image style. - Both aim at same liberation; respect is important.

• Activity:

- Make a simple comparison table: “Similarities” vs “Differences” (5–5 points).

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Day 9 – Scriptures and Important Texts

Goal: Know where Jain teachings are preserved.

• Learn (in simple form):

- Śvetāmbara: Agamas tradition. - Digambara: Siddhānta texts; Tattvārth Sūtra respected by both. - Famous works: Tattvārth Sutra, Samay-sār, Pravachansār, etc.

• Activity:

- Note down 3–5 names of major texts and one line about each (e.g., “Tattvārth Sūtra – summary of Jain philosophy”).

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Day 10 – Navkār Mantra

Goal: Learn and understand the most important Jain mantra.

• Learn:

- Recite Navkār Mantra (at least in one language/script you know). - Meaning in simple terms: bowing to Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyaya, and all Sādhus. - It gives respect to qualities, not to any particular person.

• Activity:

- Recite Navkār 9 or 27 times slowly, focusing on its meaning, not just sound.

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Day 11 – Daily Practices of a Jain Shravak (Householder)

Goal: See how teachings become daily life.

• Learn common practices:

- Morning dev‑darshan, prarthanā. - Samayik (short meditation / equanimity practice). - Pratikraman (review and repentance of faults). - Limiting night‑eating, some level of fasting, charity, and service.

• Activity:

- Try a short 10–15 min “samayik‑like” sitting: - Sit quietly, focus on breathing and peace, avoid phone and talking.

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Day 12 – Festivals and Special Days

Goal: Know why Jain festivals are celebrated.

• Learn:

- Paryushan / Das Lakshan - Mahavir Jayanti - Diwali (as day of Mahavir’s nirvāṇa and Gautam Gandhar’s keval‑jñān)

• Activity:

- Choose one festival and write: - What is the main spiritual message of this festival? - How can I live that message in ordinary days?

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Day 13 – Ethics in Food and Lifestyle

Goal: Apply Jain values to eating and living.

• Learn:

- Why Jains avoid meat, eggs, alcohol, honey, roots (some traditions), and fermented foods. - Concept of jīvan in food and carefulness while cooking, eating, and discarding food.

• Activity:

- Try one full day of strictly vegetarian / more careful Jain‑style eating (no onion‑garlic if you wish). - Notice how it feels physically and mentally.

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Day 14 – Internal Enemies: Anger, Pride, Deceit, Greed

Goal: Connect philosophy with inner purification.

• Learn:

- Four main kaṣāyas (passions): - Krodh – anger - Māna – pride / ego - Māyā – deceit - Lobha – greed - These cause heavy karma‑bandha and disturb peace.

• Activity:

- Pick one passion you struggle with most. - For 1 day, watch it carefully: when it rises, how it feels, how you could respond more calmly.

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Day 15 – Putting It All Together & Personal Plan

Goal: Summarize learning and make a simple ongoing routine.

• Review:

- 7 Tattvas - 3 Jewels - 5 Vows - Role of Ahimsa, Karma, Tirthankaras, Navkār Mantra.

• Activity (very important):

- Write your own “Jain Practice Plan” for the next 1–3 months. For example: - Daily: - Recite Navkār Mantra 9 times. - 10 minutes of quiet sitting / reflection. - Weekly: - Read or listen to Jain teachings for 30–60 minutes. - Monthly: - Do one small fast or extra‑simple meal with more spiritual focus.

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If you follow this 15‑day curriculum sincerely, you will have a clear, simple foundation of Jainism and a small daily practice to continue growing.