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Jain Philosophy: The Fundamentals

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What is the ultimate goal of Jainism?

  1. Moksha (liberation)

  2. Nirvana (enlightenment)

  3. Samadhi (concentration)

  4. Bhakti (devotion)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is the ultimate goal of Jainism, which is achieved through the practice of non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, non-possessiveness, and celibacy.

Who is considered the founder of Jainism?

  1. Mahavira

  2. Gautama Buddha

  3. Krishna

  4. Confucius

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahavira is considered the founder of Jainism. He was a contemporary of Gautama Buddha and lived in the 6th century BCE.

What are the three main principles of Jainism?

  1. Ahimsa (non-violence), Anekantavada (multiple perspectives), and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness)

  2. Karma (action), Samsara (reincarnation), and Moksha (liberation)

  3. Brahman (the Absolute), Atman (the Self), and Maya (illusion)

  4. Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth), and Kama (pleasure)

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Correct Option: A
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Ahimsa, Anekantavada, and Aparigraha are the three main principles of Jainism.

What is the concept of Anekantavada in Jainism?

  1. The belief in the existence of multiple perspectives and truths

  2. The belief in the unity of all things

  3. The belief in the impermanence of all things

  4. The belief in the existence of a creator god

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Anekantavada is the belief in the existence of multiple perspectives and truths. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Karma in Jainism?

  1. The law of cause and effect

  2. The belief in reincarnation

  3. The belief in the existence of a creator god

  4. The belief in the impermanence of all things

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karma is the law of cause and effect. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Moksha in Jainism?

  1. Liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth

  2. Enlightenment

  3. Union with the Absolute

  4. Salvation

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moksha is liberation from the cycle of birth and rebirth. It is the ultimate goal of Jainism.

What are the five main vows of Jainism?

  1. Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (celibacy), and Aparigraha (non-possessiveness)

  2. Karma (action), Samsara (reincarnation), Moksha (liberation)

  3. Brahman (the Absolute), Atman (the Self), Maya (illusion)

  4. Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth), Kama (pleasure)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The five main vows of Jainism are Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, and Aparigraha.

What is the concept of Jiva in Jainism?

  1. The individual soul

  2. The universal soul

  3. The creator god

  4. The material world

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jiva is the individual soul. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Pudgala in Jainism?

  1. The material world

  2. The individual soul

  3. The universal soul

  4. The creator god

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pudgala is the material world. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Dharma in Jainism?

  1. The path of righteousness

  2. The path of liberation

  3. The path of knowledge

  4. The path of devotion

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dharma is the path of righteousness. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Samsara in Jainism?

  1. The cycle of birth and rebirth

  2. The path of liberation

  3. The path of knowledge

  4. The path of devotion

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Samsara is the cycle of birth and rebirth. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Tirthankara in Jainism?

  1. A spiritual teacher who has attained liberation

  2. A god who has created the universe

  3. A prophet who has received divine revelation

  4. A saint who has performed miracles

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tirthankara is a spiritual teacher who has attained liberation. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Sthaviravali in Jainism?

  1. The lineage of spiritual teachers

  2. The collection of sacred texts

  3. The history of the Jain community

  4. The code of conduct for Jain monks and nuns

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sthaviravali is the lineage of spiritual teachers. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Sangha in Jainism?

  1. The community of Jain monks and nuns

  2. The community of Jain lay people

  3. The community of all living beings

  4. The community of gods and goddesses

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sangha is the community of Jain monks and nuns. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

What is the concept of Shravaka in Jainism?

  1. A Jain lay person who follows the teachings of the Tirthankaras

  2. A Jain monk or nun who has renounced the world

  3. A spiritual teacher who has attained liberation

  4. A god who has created the universe

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shravaka is a Jain lay person who follows the teachings of the Tirthankaras. It is a key concept in Jainism, which emphasizes the importance of non-violence and compassion.

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