Articles on Ahimsa Concept
Jainism's Core Principle: Uncompromising Non-Violence and Universal Compassion
Jain Avenue, 2023
The article discusses the core principles of Jainism, emphasizing non-violence (ahimsa) as its foundational value. Jainism is rooted in five vows: non-violence, truth, non-stealing, celibacy, and non-possession, with ahimsa being the most central. Unlike…
Ahimsa: The Life Force of Jainism or Just a Word?
By Sulekh Jain · Jain Avenue, 2022
The article explores the principle of Ahimsa (non-violence) in Jainism through a poem by 10-year-old Rutvi Shah, who expresses a deep desire to embody Jain values such as compassion, honesty, and respect for all life. The poem highlights themes of…
Jain Philosophy of Nonviolence and Vegetarianism
By Dilip V. Shah, Jitendra B. Shah · Jain Avenue, 2020
Vegetarianism in Jainism stems from the principle of Ahimsa (nonviolence), central to its ethics and practices for over 2,500 years. Rooted in the belief that all life—including water, trees, and animals—possesses consciousness and energy, Jainism emphasizes…
Jain Philosophy of Nonviolence and Vegetarianism
By Dilip V. Shah, Jitendra B. Shah · Jain Avenue, 2020
Vegetarianism in Jainism stems from the principle of Ahimsa (nonviolence), central to its ethics and practices for over 2,500 years. Rooted in the belief that all life—including water, trees, and animals—possesses consciousness and energy, Jainism emphasizes…