In Jainism, such statements are understood with a lot of karuṇā (compassion), because they usually come from hurt, disappointment, or seeing hypocrisy.

A few simple points from a Jain view:

1. Difference between “Dharma” and “Dharma-organisation”

- Dharma = eternal principles of truth, non-violence, non-attachment, karma, soul, etc. - Temples, sects, committees, gurus, organisations = human systems. Humans can lie, do politics, and do marketing. This is their weakness, not the fault of the core principles.

1. Jainism and science “alignment”

Jain scriptures are very clear: - Truth is to be known through pratyakṣa (direct experience) and anumāna (logical inference). - Jainism accepts that our understanding is often partial (anekāntavād – many-sidedness). So when modern science discovers something, it’s natural for a Jain thinker to say: - “If this is proven by logic and evidence, we accept it.” That is not lying or changing; it is intellectual honesty and humility that our earlier understanding might be limited.

1. Are religious people doing “marketing”?

- Yes, many do use fear, emotion, or promise of miracles to attract followers. - From a Jain angle, this is a form of mithyātva (wrong belief) and māyā (deceit), which bind heavy karma. - A true sadhu/sadhvi is expected to avoid: - false claims, - showmanship, - business-like religion. If they indulge in it, they are going against Jain dharma, not representing its ideal.

1. What Jain dharma really emphasises

Jainism does not ask you to believe blindly. It repeatedly teaches: - “Samyak darshan jñān chāritrāṇi mokṣamārgah” – Right faith, right knowledge, right conduct – this is the path to liberation. - “Right knowledge” means tested, understood, and reasoned knowledge, not blind faith or emotionally sold ideas.

1. Your doubt is valid in Jain terms

Jain acharyas themselves warn: - Beware of gurus who want fame, money, or followers. - Truth does not need aggressive selling; it needs sincere practice. So, your criticism of “marketing and sales” religion is in line with Jain warnings about kashāyas (anger, pride, deceit, greed) entering spiritual life.

1. Anekānt perspective on your statement

From Jain anekāntavād (many-sided truth): - In one sense, you are right: Many religious institutions lie, adjust their claims, and use marketing tactics. - In another sense, not all spiritual seekers and saints are like that; some genuinely live lives of honesty, non-possessiveness, and simplicity. Both sides can be true from different viewpoints.

1. Practical Jain approach for you

- Don’t trust labels (“religion”, “science”, “guru”) blindly. - Check: - Is there non-violence? - Is there honesty? - Is there simplicity and non-greed? - Is there openness to questioning and logic? If yes, Jainism would consider that closer to satya (truth). If no, even if it’s called “religion”, it is spiritually harmful.

In summary, Jain dharma does not ask you to respect lies or marketing in the name of God. It asks you to seek truth with vivek (discernment), accept what is proven and logical, and reject hypocrisy—even if it wears a religious robe.