Practicing Success
Which of the following statement (s) is/are true in respect of Jainism? |
The basic philosophy of the Jains was already in existence in north India before the birth of Mahavira. According to Jaina tradition, Mahavira was preceded by 23 other teachers or Tirthankaras. Tirthankaras meant teachers who guide men and women across the river of existence. All of the above. |
All of the above. |
The fundamental philosophy of the Jains predates the birth of Vardhamana, renowned as Mahavira, in the sixth century BCE. Within the Jaina tradition, Mahavira is acknowledged as the 24th tirthankara, which translates to "those who guide men and women across the river of existence." This recognition indicates the existence of 23 preceding teachers who also played crucial roles in expounding the timeless wisdom of the Jain philosophy in ancient North India. |