Jainism arose around the same time as Buddhism in India. It was effectively constructed around 500 B. C. by Mahavira. Mahavira, the same as Buddha, was a warrior caste member. Mahavira was known as ‘Jina,' which means ‘great winner,' and the namesake of the faith was taken from this moniker. Jainism is comparable to Buddhism in several ways. Both arose out of a disagreement with the prevalent Brahmanic thought in north-east of the country at the time. Both believe in reincarnation that culminates in emancipation in the end. In terms of ascetic principles, Jainism differs from Buddhism. Nonviolence is emphasized in both of these religions, although nonviolence is the basic core in Jainism. Like Buddha, Mahavira was not the first preacher of his faith. Reincarnation is a concept in Jainism, as it is in Buddhism that leads to nirvana. The religious philosophy of none of these systems revolves upon worship. However, Jainism differs from Buddhism in terms of austere beliefs. Both religions emphasise nonviolence, although nonviolence is at the heart of Jainism. Jain saints believe that just about everything possesses life, including rocks, sand, plants, and everything else. The notion that trees breathe was first discovered in the twentieth century by scientists. Mahavira, who realized that everything has vitality and then also engaged in non-violence, nearly refused to eat, starving himself to death. Mahavira was likewise a severe ascetic who wandered around entirely naked as a result of his life renunciation. He acquired nirvana following years of suffering and meditation; he then propagated Jainism for almost 30 years before dying in 527 BC at Pava. You can listen to Pulak sagarji, if you are interested in Jainism.
