The principle of ahimsa (non-injury or non-violence) runs through all Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and, especially, Jainism. It is rooted in the Atman-Brahman doctrine, which ...

The most recognized Jain symbol is a raised hand with, on it, a dharmachakra (wheel of dharma), and within the dharmachakra, the word ‘ahimsa.’ Even eating honey is seen as violence to the ...

Jain scripture says, “Do not hurt, abuse, oppress, enslave, insult, torment, torture or kill any living being inclusive of plants." While Mahatma Gandhi was a Hindu, he was greatly influenced by ...

Jain scripture says, “Do not hurt, abuse, oppress, enslave, insult, torment, torture or kill any living being inclusive of plants." While Mahatma Gandhi was a Hindu, he was greatly influenced by ...