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"Ahimsa Paramo Dharma" — Non-violence is the highest moral virtue.

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Five Pillars of Jainism

The cardinal principles guiding the path towards liberation

Ahimsa
Non-violence

Causing no harm to any living being in thought, word, or deed

Satya
Truthfulness

Speaking only what is true, beneficial, and kind to others

Asteya
Non-stealing

Taking only what is freely given with full permission

Brahmacharya
Right Conduct

Purity and continence in body, mind, and speech

Aparigraha
Non-possession

Limiting worldly attachments and releasing desires

Sacred Directories

Discover temples, pilgrimage sites, and institutions across the world

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Shri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir

The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, located opposite the Red Fort. It was built in 1656 durin...

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Shravana Belgola

One of the most important pilgrimage destinations in Jainism. The 57-feet monolithic statu...

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Palitana Temples

The Palitana temples are considered the holiest of all pilgrimage places by the Svetambara...

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Jain Vishva Bharati University

A deemed university focused on Jain studies, located in Ladnun, Rajasthan. It promotes the...

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Temple
Dilwara Temples

Famous for their breathtaking marble work, the Dilwara Temples are located near Mount Abu...

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Pilgrimage
Girnar Jain Temples

An ancient hill in Junagadh, Gujarat, considered sacred by Jains and Hindus. The Neminatha...

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Wisdom & Teachings

Articles on Jain philosophy, history, and spiritual guidance

Understanding Ahimsa: The Core Principle of Jainism

Ahimsa, or non-violence, is the foundational principle of Jainism extending beyond physica...

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The Three Jewels of Jainism: Ratnatraya

The path to liberation in Jainism is defined by the Three Jewels: Right Faith, Right Knowl...

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Mahavira: The 24th Tirthankara

Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, attained omniscience after 12 years of intense asceti...

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Parasparopagraho Jīvānām — The function of souls is to help one another.

— Tattvartha Sutra, 5.21

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Sacred Locations

Explore Jain temples and pilgrimage sites across India

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From the ancient Dilwara temples of Mount Abu to the towering Bahubali statue at Shravana Belgola — explore the geographic tapestry of Jain heritage.

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