Jainism

noun

Jain·​ism ˈjī-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce Jainism (audio)
ˈjā-
: a religion of India originating in the sixth century b.c. and teaching liberation of the soul by right knowledge, right faith, and right conduct

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From the commemoration of King Rama’s return to his kingdom after defeating Ravana to the reverence of Lakshmi, the goddess of abundance and prosperity, various sects of Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism commune in ceremony. Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024 The five-day-long celebration is observed by multiple faiths including Hindu, Sikhism, and Jainism and signifies the end of the year according to the Hindu calendar. Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 31 Oct. 2024 Although Sri-Lakshmi’s association with the lotus is most obvious, the religious traditions of Jainism and Buddhism also integrate the bloom. Archana Venkatesan, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2024

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First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Jainism was in 1858

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“Jainism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Jainism. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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