Comparative Study of Buddhism and Jainism.
Both Buddhism and Jainism. have many similarities and dissimilarities. As remarked be Monier Williams. “Buddhism and Jainism were not related to each other as parent or child but rather children of common parent, born at different intervals, though at about the same period of time and marked by distinct characteristics, though possession a strong family of resemblances”.
The aim of this research is to undertake a comparative survey of ethics between Jainism and Buddhism. There are three objectives of this paper: 1) to present a brief overview of Jainism, 2) to study the ethics in Jainism, and 3) to make a comparison.
Jainism, Buddhism, and Hinduism, three of the world’s most dynamic and ancient religions developed in India around the same time. Though each borrowed from, evolved because of, or came into conflict with each other: Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism are more than religions, but cross-sections of an entire culture and time period.
While there are indeed many differences between these two great faiths, there are also some similarities. Buddhism and Jainism are both eastern religions which originated in and around India: they.
Differences between Jainism and Buddhism. Despite many similarities between Jainism and Buddhism, there are also important differences betwen the life of Mahavira and the Buddha and as a consquence difference between Jainism and Buddhism. The Jains place greater emphasis on the concept of the soul and its importance.
The Seven Metaphysical Fundamentals (Tattva) Anger: conquer anger through forgiveness Pride (Ego): conquer pride through humility Deceitfulness: conquer deceitfulness through straight-forwardness Greed: conquer greed through contentment The Three Principles Ahimsa (Non-violence).
Leader of Tibetan Buddhism, diamond vehicle of Mahayana Buddhists, spirtual and political leader, red and yellow monk robes, 81 years old, happy, teaches about happiness, compassion, end of suffering, incorporates gods, lives in mountain region, active, speeches, listening and thinking, speaks many languages, studied Buddhism for whole life,, no family, supported by community money, has people.