This year is when the Digambara and Shvetambara sects split.
When is 350 BCE?
100
The American Actress who starred in Looking for Comedy in the Muslim World? (Jainism)
Who is Sheetal Sheth?
100
This sect means "clothed in sky" (Jainism)
Who are the Digambaras
100
This group believes in one God or creator that everyone has access to.
Who are Sikhs?
200
The founder of Sikhism who grew up in a Hindu family and is recognized as the first of the line of ten Sikh gurus.
Who is Nanak?
200
American dhol player who is a leading voice of South Asian American Jazz Musicians. (Jainism)
Who is Sunny Jain?
200
This sect means "clothed in white" (Jainism)
Who are the Shvetambaras?
200
One of The Five K's that stands for uncut hair and beard. Sometimes used to refer to the turban that is used to cover hair.
What is Kesa?
200
The ultimate goal of Jainism that is also referred to as liberation
What is moksha?
300
Between 599-527 BCE this 24th tirthankara was born
Who is Mahavira?
300
The primary book of Sikh scripture that is divided into three parts.
What is the Adi Granth?
300
This sect emerged from the Shvetambaras and opposed veneration of the tirthankaras (Jainism)
Who are the Shtanakavasis?
300
A gesture of deep respect towards those that are more spiritually advanced
What is Namokara?
300
One of the five ethical beliefs that stands for complete celibacy or sexual fidelity in marriage
What is Chastity?
400
This city is where Nanak was born
Where is Punjab?
400
The texts that contain the teachings of Mahavira
What are Agamas?
400
This sect is the newest branch and has a supreme Guru, Acharya, to oversee operations. It is also mostly responsible for spreading Jainism outside of India
Who are the Terapanthis?
400
One of the six duties that Jains follow which is practicing serenity
What is Samyika?
400
Jainism teaches that this is impossible to find or express because everyone sees situations from a different point of view
What is "Absolute Truth"?
500
23rd tirthankara who lived between 850 and 800 BCE
Who is Parshva?
500
This text states that "A Sikh must not take hemp, opium, liquor, tobacco, or any intoxicant."