Articles on Jaina Sangha Evolution
Evolution of Jaina Sangha
By J. C. Sikdar · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1979
J. C. Sikdar’s “Evolution of Jaina Sangha” continues his study of how Jain monastic orders (Sanghas, Ganas and Gacchas) adapted to changing environments, socio‑economic conditions and doctrinal needs. The article argues that since the time after Mahavira,…
Evolution of Jaina Sangha
By J. C. Sikdar · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1978
In this continuation of a previous study, J.C. Sikdar examines the historical evolution of the Jain monastic community (Sangha) from the times of the twenty-third and twenty‑fourth Tīrthaṅkaras, Pārśvanātha and Mahāvīra, to the later post‑Mahāvīra period. The…
Evolution of Jaina Sangha
By J. C. Sikdar · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1977
J. C. Sikdar’s article “Evolution of Jaina Sangha (Part II)” continues his exploration of how Jain monastic orders evolved over time. He argues that the diversity of contemporary monastic units—ganas, gacchas, kulas and sakhas—reflects evolutionary…