HISTORY
JAINISM
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Question
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Both were agnostic and rejected the Vedic thoughts
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Both had equal faith in Ahinsa
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Both accepted followers without any casts distinction
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Both believed in the Law of Doctrine of Karma
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Detailed explanation-1: -Both Buddhism and Jainism give importance to the principles of Karma, Ahimsa and Atheism. But unlike Jainism, Buddhism was more lenient in matters related to observance of Asceticism for attaining Moksha.
Detailed explanation-2: -Main difference between Buddhism and Jainism is that Buddhism is largely focused on Gautama Buddha’s life and teachings, whereas Jainism is centered on Mahavira’s life and teachings. Adding to that, Buddhism is a polytheistic religion with the primary objective of achieving enlightenment.
Detailed explanation-3: -Buddhism and Hinduism agree on karma, dharma, moksha and reincarnation. They are different in that Buddhism rejects the priests of Hinduism, the formal rituals, and the caste system.