Founding and History Jainism is a religion of India concentrated largely in Gujarat and Rajasthan, in the state of Karnataka (Mysore), as well as in the larger cities of the Indian peninsula. Jainism emerged towards the end of a time of great social transformation in north India which is usually called the Vedic period. The word "Jainism" derives from the Sanskrit word 'jina ' (to conquer). It is the struggle and the subsequent victory of …showed first 75 words of 2199 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2199 total…assurance; 'do not be afraid' indicating that human being, which are suffering due to karmic bondage, do not need to be disheartened. The outline figure represents the Jain description of the shape of the universe, resembling a person standing with feet apart and arms rested on both hips. The usual greeting is Jai Jinendra meaning Honor to the Supreme Jina. Michhami Dukkadam is a request for forgiveness usually said after performing Samavantsari (annual) pratikraman ritual.