Word
Jainism
How many syllables?
2 Syllables
How it's divided?
jain-ism
Definition
- 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.
- noun - Religion founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism; emphasizes asceticism and immortality and transmigration of the soul; denies existence of a perfect or supreme being
- noun - Sect founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism
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