what were the main teachings of the Mahavira ?
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Mahavira taught that observance of the vows of ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), asteya (non-stealing), brahmacharya (chastity), and aparigraha (non-attachment) are necessary for spiritual liberation. He taught the principles of Anekantavada (many-sided reality): syadvada and nayavada.
Venerated in: Jainism
Born: c. 599 BCE c. 540 BCE(historical); Kundagrama, Vaishali,Vajji (present-day V...
Died: c. 527 BCE (aged 71–72) c. 468 BCE (historical); Pawapuri, Magadha (presen...
Age: 72 years
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The main teachings of the Mahavira are:
1. He taught a simple doctrine, men and women who wished to know the truth must leave their homes.
2. They must follow rules of ahimsa, which means not hurting or killing living beings, very strictly. For example, they had to cover their mouth and nose with cloth. This was to ensure that they do not (kill by mistake) kill small insects by hot steam of breathing. “All beings” said Mahavira, “long to live. To all things life is dear”.
3. Lead a simple and pure life.
4. Do not steal and lead a simple life.
5. Mahavira was against caste system. He questioned the superiority of brahmins.
6. He laid stress on Triratna or three jewels of life-
• Right Conduct
• Right Belief and
• Right Knowledge.