Jain scriptures
- 1. Jain Scriptures Presented by- Kajal Kumari Mohan
- 2. INDEX INTRODUCTION 3 MAIN PRINCIPL ES OF J AINISM 4 J AIN BEL IEF 5 AGAMAS 6 THE ANGAS 7 THE UPANGAS 8
- 3. Back to Agen da Jainism is an ancient religion that originated in India around the 6th century BCE. Jain scriptures, known as the Agamas, are the primary source of Jain doctrine and philosophy. These scriptures were transmitted orally from generation to generation before they were finally written down around 500 CE. INTRODUCTION
- 4. There are specific principles of Jainism which mention many of the teachings and actions connecting to liberation and salvation. All the principles relate to specify the facts and clear the confusion of what is Jainism. Some of the basic principles of Jainism, which mention the path to Nirvana and eternal salvation: Ahimsa (Non-violence) Satya (Truthfulness) Acharya (Non-stealing) Aparigraha (non-possessiveness) Celibacy MAIN PRINCIPLES OF JAINISM Back to Agen
- 5. The fundamental aim of the Jain faith is to perfect the soul, which can be done only by following the teachings of the Jinas. Jains believe that the 24 Jinas revealed the essential truths of the universe and provided guidance to reaching liberation from the cycle of rebirth. The teachings of the most recent Jina, Mahāvīra, were set down in the scriptures, which state the principal concepts Jains should believe and by which they should live. Over the centuries teachers and thinkers have written extensively on Jain beliefs and the rules of living that support them. Living according to these rules, whether mendicant or lay, puts religious principles into practice and helps Jains develop spiritually and eventually gain emancipation. JAINS BELIEF: Back to Agen
- 6. Lord Mahavir's preaching was methodically compiled by his followers into many texts. These texts are collectively known as Agams, the sacred books of the Jain religion.The Agamas are classified into two main categories: 1. The Angas 2. The Upangas The Angas are the primary texts and comprise 12 separate books that cover topics such as Jain philosophy, ethics, cosmology, and rituals. The Upangas are secondary texts that cover topics such as Jain history, mythology, and meditation practices. AGAMAS: Back to Agen
- 7. THE ANGAS: The Angas are considered to be the most important texts in Jainism. They are believed to have been taught by Lord Mahavira, the last of the 24 Tirthankaras, or spiritual leaders, of Jainism. The 12 Angas are: Acharanga Sutra Sutrakritanga Sutra Sthananga Sutra Samavayanga Sutra Vyakhya Prajnapti Jnatrdharmakathanga Sutra Upasakadasanga Sutra Antakriddaaashanga Sutra Anuttarova Vaiyavachcha Sutra Prajnapana Sutra Vipaka Sutra Drishtivada Sutra Back to Agen
- 8. Back to Agen The Upangas are secondary texts that cover topics not covered by the Angas. There are 12 Upangas in total, and some of the most important ones are: Aupapatika Sutra Prajna Prakriti Jambudvipa Prajnapti Prajnapana Sutra Chaturvishati Tattva Sutra THE UPANGAS:
- 9. Back to Agen Jainism is an Indian religion that teaches disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa, literally "non-injury") to all living creatures as a road to spiritual purity and enlightenment. Jainism is one of the three oldest Indian religious traditions still in existence, alongside Hinduism and Buddhism, and is an important aspect of South Asian religious belief and practice. CONCLUSION
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