is this true or false: a person asking the five holy beings for support and shelter
In Jainism, it is considered appropriate and true that a person may seek support and shelter (refuge) from the five holy beings. These five are collectively known as the "Panch Parameshti":
- Arihant (perfected beings)
- Siddha (liberated souls)
- Acharya (spiritual leaders)
- Upadhyaya (spiritual teachers)
- Sadhu (monks)
Jains recite the sacred prayer, the Namokar Mantra (Navkar Mantra), which bows to these five holy beings and seeks their blessings and guidance. Therefore, the statement is true according to Jain teachings.