Answer

The sacred books of Jainism are called Agams or Jain Agamas.

They contain the teachings of the Tirthankars, especially the teachings of Bhagwan Mahavir, as preserved and explained by Jain Acharyas and Ganadhars.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, scriptures are not usually referred to as one single “holy book.” Instead, Jainism has a collection of sacred texts.

Major categories include:

• Agams – canonical scriptures accepted especially in the Shvetambar tradition
• Angas – important divisions of the Agamic scriptures
• Upangas – supplementary scriptures
• Ched Sutras, Mool Sutras, and Prakirnak Sutras – texts related to conduct, discipline, and spiritual practice

The Digambar tradition holds that the original Agams were gradually lost, and it gives great importance to texts such as Shatkhandagama, Kasayapahuda, and later works by great Acharyas.

Takeaway

So, the sacred scriptures of Jainism are generally known as the Agams, but Jain Dharma has a rich scriptural tradition rather than only one sacred book.