ASIAN 101 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Impermanence, Vedas, Medina
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Jains: jainism is a philosophy/religion that places equal value on all souls. An ancient indian religion that practiced nonviolence toward all living things. There are also soul classification based on how many senses the being has. Just like humans, gods are subjected to rebirth. Asceticism is the fastest way to liberation. Ahimsa: principle of nonviolence toward all living things. (walk without stepping on any living thing; sweep the path w/ a soft broom to clear path; don"t eat raw food/accept only leftover food; strain water before drinking). Jiva: one of the two categories of jainism. An immortal essence of a living being that survives physical death. Ajiva: one of the two categories of jainism. Because it has no life, it does not accumulate karma and therefore, cannot die. Alexander the great: alexander (iii) of macedon. It was the first unified indian empire after the overthrowing of magadha rulers.