World Religions - Chapter 05 - Jainism

The overwhelming majority of Jains live as

Jain monks and nuns live according to this many vows.

Jainism originated in this country.

The monks and nuns of this Jain sect dress in white garments.

This name means "great hero"

One who has crossed the river is called a

The monks of this Jain sect wear no clothing.

This Jain sect holds that only men can attain Kevala

According to Jain teaching, this many people in each age attain kevala.

The central, eternal law, for Jains

Mahavira was born into this caste

The most recent tirthankara lived during this century

Jains believe that the universe is currently in this type of cycle.

The Jain universe is referred to by this name.

The term Jainism is derived from a word meaning

Jain lay people live according to this many vows.

Mahavira was a contemporary of 

There are approximately this many Jains in the world today.

Mahavira died of

The Jain term for enlightenment.