New Questions and Ideas — Social Studies STD 6 — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6Social StudiesNew Questions and Ideas5 Marks
Question
Discuss Jainism in brief.
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Answer
The word Jaina comes from the term Jina, meaning conqueror. Followers of Vardhamana Mahavira, who were known as Jainas, had to lead very simple lives, begging for food. They had to be absolutely truthful and honest. They were especially asked not to steal.
The followers of Mahavira had to observe celibacy. And men preachers had to give up everything, including their clothes.
Mahavira taught a simple doctrine: men and women who wished to know the truth must leave their homes. They must follow rules of ahimsa which means not hurting or killing living beings, very strictly.
The Jain Munnies had to cover their mouth and nose with a piece of cloth, ensuring that they did not breathe to kill small insects.
“All beings” said Mahavira, “long to live. To all creatures life is dear”. Ordinary people could understand the teachings of Mahavira and his followers because they used Prakrit.
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