Crossword-Solution: JAINISM
Dictionary
| Word | Word Type | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Jainism | n. | The heterodox Hindoo religion, of which the most striking features are the exaltation of saints or holy mortals, called jins, above the ordinary Hindoo gods, and the denial of the divine origin and infallibility of the Vedas. It is intermediate between Brahmanism and Buddhism, having some things in common with each. |
We have 5 clues for the answer “JAINISM”
| Clue | Answers |
|---|---|
| Faith that preaches nonviolence to all living beings | 1 answer |
| Faith that preaches nonviolence to all living creatures | 1 answer |
| Religion of India | 1 answer |
| denies existence of a perfect or supreme being | 1 answer |
| religion founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism | 1 answer |
✏️ Suggest another clue
Know another question for crossword solution "JAINISM"? Please add your clue to the biggest crossword databank now!
Kind of apple
?
E
?
A
?
T
?
E
?
R
Hint 1 meaning
One who, or that which, eats.
Hint 2 anagram
EERAT
Hint 3 another clue
greedy person
7 +1
New Suggestion for "JAINISM"
Related word tools
Sentences with JAINISM (5)
Jainas boast that Buddhism is nothing more than a mere heresy of Jainism, Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, having been a disciple and follower of one of the Jaina Gurus.
They had some success during a considerable period, for Buddhism, Jainism and other sects all had their origin in the military aristocracy and had it remained purely Hindu, it would perhaps have continued the contest.
The teaching contained in these works is habitually presented as something secret[170] or esoteric and does not, like Buddhism or Jainism, profess to be a gospel for all.
His doctrine was closely allied to Jainism, especially the Digambara sect, but was probably more extravagant and anti-social.
Many of their doctrines, especially their disregard not only of priests but of gods, which seems to us so strange in any system which can be called a religion, are closely analogous to Buddhism and from one point of view Jainism is part of the Buddhist movement.
Quotes with JAINISM (1)
Homelessness is the fundamental idea of salvation in Jainism. It means the breaking off of all earthly relations, and therefore, above all, indifference to general impressions and avoidance of all worldly motives, the ceasing to act, to hope, to desire.
Where this answer appears
Appears in: Newsday, NYT.
Used 3 times in crossword archives (2015–2022).