Name That Vow
Rina sees a spider in her room. Instead of killing it, she gently traps it in a cup and releases it outside.
Ahimsa (Non-Violence)
Ahimsa only means not harming animals.
False – Ahimsa applies to all living beings, including insects, animals, and plants.
Jains avoid harming even tiny insects because they believe all living beings have this, which should be respected.
What is a soul
Dev will get a higher grade if he lies to the teacher. He refuses, even though it means a lower grade.
Satya (Truthfulness)
Donating to charity while still being emotionally attached to your possessions fulfills the vow of Aparigraha.
False – Aparigraha is not just about giving things away; it’s about letting go of attachment, even mentally and emotionally.
True or False - Anekantvada is one of the Five Great Vows
False
Priya forgets her wallet at home and sees unattended fruit at a market stall. She waits for the seller instead of taking one.
Asteya (Non-Stealing)
Taking office supplies from work for personal use violates the vow of Asteya.
True – Even small, unauthorized taking is considered stealing.
To follow this vow, Jains must not take anything that has not been given to them without permission.
What is Asteya
After years of collecting art and expensive gadgets, Arjun gives away most of his possessions and adopts a minimalist lifestyle.
Aparigraha (Non-Attachment/Non-Possesiveness)
Thinking violent thoughts about someone is not a violation of Ahimsa as long as no physical harm is done.
False - Violent thoughts generates negative karma and violates the vow of Ahimsa, even if no physical act is committed.
In Jainism, breaking any of the Five Great Vows creates this, which binds the soul and delays liberation.
What is Karma
During a group project, Meera finds a well-written paragraph online that perfectly fits their topic. Instead of copying it without credit, she rewrites it in her own words and cites the original source.
Asteya (Non-Stealing)
Telling a lie to protect someone’s feelings is allowed under the vow of Satya.
False – Satya requires full truthfulness
A layperson follows these smaller versions of the Five Great Vows to live ethically without full renunciation.
What are Anuvratas