As a bridge between northern and southern India, Maharashtra has played a crucial role in the spread of Jainism from the north to the south. Jain missionaries from the north traveled through Maharashtra to reach the southern regions. The earliest known migration occurred in the 3rd century BCE, when Acharya Bhadrabahu and thousands of Jain monks journeyed from North India to Karnataka, passing through Maharashtra.
Jainism, with its rich history and profound teachings, has found a new home in the United States. The Jain community, though small in number, has made significant contributions to American society, from business and academia to philanthropy and interfaith dialogue. As they navigate the challenges of maintaining their religious and cultural identity in a diverse and dynamic society, Jains in the U.S. are poised to continue their tradition of spiritual and ethical leadership.
Bhagwan Mahaveer was born in 599 BC in Kundgram, near Vaishali in Bihar, India. He vehemently opposed the practice of animal sacrifices, drawing followers from all strata of society, including royalty, scholars, and the common folk.
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How to Become a Jain?
There is no Baptism like the process of becoming a Jain. You can become a Jain on your own, by studying basic philosophy and adopting the Jain way of life. Knowledge is the base and when you acquire knowledge, it automatically changes your conduct. According to Jainism, conduct without knowledge is useless.
Jain philosophy is deeply rooted in the concept of anekantavada, which emphasizes the multifaceted nature of reality. According to this doctrine, truth is perceived differently from various perspectives, and no single viewpoint can encapsulate the entirety of reality.
