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प्रश्न
What were the main teachings of the Mahavira?
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उत्तर
The main teachings of the Mahavira are:
- He 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. For example, they had to cover their mouth and nose with a cloth. This was to ensure that they do not (kill by mistake) kill small insects by hot steam of breathing. “All beings,” said Mahavira, “long to live. To all things life is dear”.
- Lead a simple and pure life.
- Do not steal and lead a simple life.
- Mahavira was against the caste system. He questioned the superiority of brahmins.
- He laid stress on Triratna or three jewels of life-
- Right Conduct
- Right Belief and
- Right, Knowledge.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Choose the correct option to complete the statement given below:
Mahavira was the prince of the ________
Fill in the blank:
The teachings of Mahavira were written down for the first time about _______ years ago.
Very Short Answer Type Question:
State two basic rules of Jainism
Consider the following statements regarding the causes of the origin of Jainism and Buddhism.
I. Sacrificial ceremonies were expensive.
II. Supertitious beliefs and practices confused the common man.
Which of the above statement (s) is/are correct?
Make a Venn diagram to indicate similarities and dis-similarities of Jainism and Buddhism.
Who is the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism?
Vardhamana was born in ______.
Match the following:
| 1. | Rishaba | a. | Not to own property |
| 2. | Tri Rathna | b. | Karuvur |
| 3. | Aparigraha | c. | Samath |
| 4. | Vanchi | d. | Tirthankara |
| 5. | Deer Park | e. | Three Jewels |
Why Is Vardhamana called Kevala?
Mention the causes for the spread of Jainism in India.
