Question

Give a brief account of the life of Lord Mahavira. With reference to his teachings explains: The doctrine of Salvation.

Answer 1

With reference to the teachings mentioned above a brief account of the life of Lord Mahavira is explained as under:

The doctrine of Salvation: Mahavira accepted the current theories of Karma and rebirth. His main aim in life had been to attain salvation. He exhorted that man could be liberated from the cycle of birth and rebirth by following the Triratna (3 gems) right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct. Mahavira stressed the fact that right conduct is possible through making five vows—not to injure anything Ahimsa), not to tell lies (Satya), not to steal, not to have any possession, and to observe celibacy Brahmacharya).