Jainism and Hinduism
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Jainism and Hinduism are very ancient practices which began in India. Is is thought by many Hindus and even many Jains themselves that Jainism is a part of Hinduism (Sanatan Dharma.)
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[edit] Similarities
[edit] Moksha
[edit] Nirvana
[edit] Arya Sangh
The Arya Sangh is a concept discussed in the Vaishanvate text the Srimad Bhagavatam (SB 3.29.18/SB 4.20.26.) and several Jain texts as well. It is an association of noble (Arya) people either meditating together or discussing spiritual topics.
[edit] Worship
Probably half of the Jain population in th world is atheistic although the other half worships Hindu gods as incarnations of God Almightly Himself/Herself. There are many Jain temples dedicated to Hindu gods such as Krishna, and other gods.
[edit] Differences
[edit] Atma
[edit] Nirvana
The atheistic Jains believe that Nirvana means being one with everything and has nothing to do with a superior force or Brahman while Hindus believe the Nirvana is actually "Brahma-Nirvana"- that it has to do with God.
