Jain Temple

Hutheesing Jain Temple

Outline Of Jainism

Outline Of Jainism The following outline (Outline of Jainism) is provided as an overview of and topical guide to Jainism. Jainism traditionally known as Jain Dharma, is an ancient Indian religion. Followers of Jainism are called “Jains“, a word derived from the Sanskrit word jina, meaning “victor”. Jains trace their spiritual ideas and...

Gommateshwara statue ಗೊಮ್ಮಟೇಶ್ವರ

Tirtha In Jainism

Tirtha In Jainism Tirtha in Jainism (तीर्थ “ford, a shallow part of a body of water that may be easily crossed”) is used to refer both to pilgrimage sites as well as to the four sections of the sangha. A tirtha provides the inspiration to enable one to cross over from worldly engagement to the...

Vasai Jain Temple, Kutch, Gujarat

Jain Temple

Jain Temple A Jain temple or Derasar is the place of worship for Jains, the followers of Jainism. Jain architecture is essentially restricted to temples and monasteries, and secular Jain buildings generally reflect the prevailing style of the place and time they were built. The Jain temple architecture is generally close to Hindu temple architecture and in...