A follower of Jainism, an ancient Indian religion emphasizing non-violence, asceticism, and the pursuit of spiritual perfection; relating to this religion.
From Sanskrit 'jina' (victor or conqueror), referring to enlightened beings in the faith. The religion originated in India around the 6th century BCE, making it one of the world's oldest major religions.
Jains practice such strict non-violence that they sweep the ground before walking to avoid stepping on insects—some wear masks to avoid inhaling tiny creatures. This philosophy is so old that it predates Buddhism and shows how seriously some traditions take the principle that all life matters equally.
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