Soul of Jainism (Philosophy and Teachings of Jain Religion)

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Jainism is an off-shoot of Hinduism. But it has its own specific attributes and qualities. This book contains the sum total of the teachings and preachings of 24 Tirthankers and a successive chain of Jain Acharyas. The book will expose you to the concepts of liberation of soul, non-violence, truth or compassion. It is indispensable to those who are intersted in the growth of Indian culture and ethos.

Jainism and Buddhism are the two contemporary Wigions which have their roots deeply seated in Hinduism. Hence, when we discuss Jain and Buddhist philosophies, we cannot segregate them from Hindu philosophy as most of the tenets and preachings of both the religions are off-shoots of Hinduism. Jainism existed in a veiled form, before it was introduced to the world as a religion. It has its own specific attributes and qualities which were taught, preached and propagated by Bhagwan Mahavir, (599 BC.-527 B.C.) who was the 24th Thirthankara. Hence 23 Thirthankaras had preceeded Mahavir - it was a successive chain of Jain Acharyas who contributed a lot to modern Jainism. While explaining the philosophy and teachings of Jainism, one has to take into account the teachings of all the Acharyas who laid much stress on liberation of soul, non-violence, truth, Asteya- Brahmacharya, Aparigraha, compassion etc.

I have tried to discuss and lay open threadbare all the tenets of Jainism. But, where ever I have ventured to critically review any aspect of Jainism, I have taken a positive view. When we compare Jainism with other religions, there are many common and uncommon points which I have highlighted, so as to impress upon the discerning readers, where Jainism lacked and where it took precedence over other religions.