Human Values in Jainism

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 Jain Dharma is an old Indian religion. The basic idea of Jainism is non-violence and respect for all the living beings

Morality and virtues:

Jainism related to the interconnection between religion and morality. One must live a good life as well go higher to divine perfection. There are different ethical standards and values for laymen and monks. To avoid pain and loss in living beings, practice of Dharma is most essential. Ten virtues of Jainism are humility, purity, non-attachment, self-restraint, super forbearance, straight forwardness, truthfulness and complete renunciation. Thoughts, actions and speech are governed by these virtues. Dharma (religion) and morality are related to each other.

 Equality in men and women 

A book on ‘Jain system of education’ clearly states that Jains laid stress on educating all the individuals, kings, princes, princesses and even laymen. Their main aim was to provide knowledge and wisdom to all men and women to build their character by practicing some discipline in their student life. Then, they could become good human beings and will facilitate nation building. As per their philosophy women should obtain respect and honour from their fathers, brothers, husbands and even brother-in-law. Women respect means pleasing God

Mahavira stressed upon five principals which are- - Ahimsa (non-violence) - Satya(truth) - Asteya( no stealing) - Tyag (no property) - Brahmacharia (virtuous life).

As per Jain philosophy, violence is a sin which is against the dignity of human being. Human dignity means human rights. We must have ‘maitri’ or friendship with every living being. We should respect for mankind and all other living beings. We should do charity for needy people, which is called Karuna. Highest wisdom is to do generous service to mankind i.e. madhyasthya

Ten virtues of Jainism are humility, purity, non-attachment, self-restraint, super forbearance, straight forwardness, truthfulness and complete renunciation. Thoughts, actions and speech are governed by these virtues. Dharma (religion) and morality are related to each o

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