What is the difference between Jainism and Hinduism?

Here comes another talk about religion and this time, two of the most ancient system of beliefs in the Indian culture, which are Jainism and Hinduism, will be in the hot seat. At first look, these two may seem very much alike but in reality they are quite opposite from each other. read more

Jainism has its founder in Vardhamana Mahavira, whereas Hinduism has no founder for that matter. It is said to believe in the principles of universal acceptance, and hence it is called by the name Sanatana Dharma. read more

Some major similarities between the two religions are: Jainism and Hinduism both believe in the existence of atma (soul) which is immortal and never ever dies. It is the body that dies and not the spirit soul, that is occupying the body. read more

Here comes another talk about religion and this time, two of the most ancient system of beliefs in the Indian culture, which are Jainism and Hinduism, will be in the hot seat. read more