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Jain

Jain

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Relating to the religion Jainism that teaches non-violence
  • adjective
  • /dʒeɪn/
: jainista
  • Traditional Jain dietary rules prohibit eating root vegetables.

Examples

  • The temple features intricate carvings typical of Jain architecture.

  • Many Jain festivals focus on non-violence and spiritual development.

  • The Jain community celebrates many festivals throughout the year.

  • Many Jain temples are known for their intricate architecture.

  • The temple features intricate carvings typical of Jain architecture.

  • Many Jain festivals focus on non-violence and spiritual development.

  • Traditional Jain dietary rules prohibit eating root vegetables.

Synonyms

Jainist
vsJain
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About Jainism, an Indian religion that teaches non-violence

is the other adjective form with the same religious meaning

Surface Forms

Jain positive

Etymology

Jain comes from an old Indian word Jina, which means 'conqueror' or 'victor'. That idea of 'conquering' is winning over your own desires by non-violence and strict self-control, so Jain describes things related to that religion and its way of life.