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How many tirthankaras are there?
24 Tirthankaras
What are the 3 A's of Jainism?
Ahimsa, Anekantvad, Aparigraha
What animal bit Mahavir Bhagwan?
A snake
What does Mahavir mean?
"Great Hero"
What is Anekantvad?
Accepting multiple points of views
What are the two main sects of Jainism?
Digambara and Svetambara
Name at least 2 inherent qualities of the soul.
Infinite knowledge, infinite perception, infinite bliss, and infinite energy
What is a common translation of Samyak Darshan, Gnan, Charitra?
right faith, right knowledge and right conduct
What is the moral law of cause and effect?
Karma
What’s your favorite Bollywood Movie?
Answers vary.
What is ultimate bliss called?
Moksha
What is Kevalgnan?
Ultimate knowledge
What is an axiom (fundamental principle) of Jainism?
Any of the ones below:
1. Soul exists
2. Soul is eternal and independent
3. Soul is responsible for it’s actions and bears consequences of it’s actions
4. Soul is capable of attaining liberation
5. There is a path to liberation.
Name 3 of the 14 dreams.
1. Elephant
2. Bull
3. Lion
4. Goddess Laxmi
5. Garland of Flowers
6. Full Moon
7. Sun
8. Large Flag
9. Silver Urn
10. Lotus-Lake
11. Milky-Sea
12. Celestial Air-plane
13. Heap of Gems
14. Smokeless Fire
What is Asceticism /Monkhood /Diksha?
The strenuous practice of Ahimsa through a lifestyle of rigorous self-denial
Mallinatha
Why do Jains celebrate Diwali?
It was the day that Mahavir Bhagwan achieved moksha.
What is the endless cycle of birth and death?
Samsara
What is the long cycle of rebirth called?
Samsara
What type of vegetables don’t Jains typically eat?
Root vegetables
Name at least 2 of the four kasaya.
Krodha (Anger), Lobha (Greed), Mana (Ego) and Maya (Deceit)
Who was Rishabhdev?
First tirthankar
What is an enlightened, perfect soul?
Kevali
What is a a five sensed living being called?
Panchindriya
What is the color worn by Jain monks?
White