Answer

In Jain Dharma, we should not say “Jainism is better” or “Buddhism is worse.” Anekāntavāda teaches us to understand different viewpoints respectfully.

If you are asking from a Jain perspective, Jain Dharma places special emphasis on:

• Ahimsa — non-violence in thought, speech, and action
• Aparigraha — non-attachment and limiting possessions
• Anekāntavāda — respecting many-sided truth
• Karma theory — each soul is responsible for its own bondage and liberation
• Moksha — liberation of the soul from karma

Explanation

Jainism and Buddhism both originated in ancient India and both teach discipline, compassion, self-control, and freedom from suffering. But they differ in key beliefs:

• Jainism accepts the eternal existence of the soul — jīva.
• Buddhism generally teaches anattā, meaning no permanent soul.
• Jainism gives the highest importance to non-violence in a very strict and detailed way.
• Jainism teaches that liberation comes by removing karmic bondage through right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.

Spiritual Understanding

A Jain approach would be: instead of judging which religion is “better,” ask which path helps you reduce anger, ego, greed, attachment, and violence.

According to Jain Dharma, the path of the Jinas is the path of self-purification, non-violence, restraint, and liberation.

Takeaway

From a Jain viewpoint, Jain Dharma is a complete path to moksha through ahimsa, self-discipline, and purification of the soul. But we should speak about Buddhism with respect, not criticism.