jainism

Noun
  1. Sect founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism (synset 108115158)
    is a type of: religious order, religious sect, sect - a subdivision of a larger religious group
    member holonym: jainist - a believer in Jainism
  2. Religion founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism;
    Emphasizes asceticism and immortality and transmigration of the soul;
    Denies existence of a perfect or supreme being (synset 106249785)
    associated with: ahimsa - a Buddhist and Hindu and especially Jainist doctrine holding that all forms of life are sacred and urging the avoidance of violence
    is a type of: faith, religion, religious belief - a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

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