Similarities between Jainism and Buddhism

Buddhism

Buddhism was founded by Gautam Buddha at around 500 B.C. Many of the beliefs and practices of Buddhism revolve around the concept of suffering and its causes. Buddhism has historically been most prominent in East and Southeast Asia, but its influence is growing throughout the West. Many Buddhist ideas and philosophies overlap with those of other faiths. Believers of Buddhism are called Buddhists. Buddhist ethics are based on the principles of non-violence and self-control. There were total of six Buddhist councils were held for spreading the knowledge of Buddha through teaching and sermons. In the 3rd century B.C., Ashoka the Great, the Mauryan Indian emperor, made Buddhism the state religion of India. Buddhist monasteries were built, and missionary work was encouraged....

Jainism

Mahavira was considered as real founder of Jainism. Mahavira also known as Vardhamana, was the 24th tirthankara (supreme preacher) of Jainism. A Jain Tirthankar is the teaching god or ‘Ford Maker’ in Jainism. 24 Tirthankaras were produced from each cosmic age in Jainism according to religious faith. One will be punished and rewarded according to his karma. Mahavira who is considered as real founder of Jainism rejected Vedic principles. Initially women were not allowed to follow Jain religion. The meaning of word Jaina is the follower of ‘Jina,’ which means ‘Victor’ (Someone who has attained infinite knowledge and who teaches others how to attain moksha)....

Difference Between Buddhism and Jainism

Buddhism Jainism Buddhism was founded by Gautam Buddha and consist of teachings of Lord Buddha Jainism was founded by Lord Mahavira and consist of teaching of Mahavira. Animal and human both have same rights. Human have no right to eat fleece of another animal or to hurt them. Buddhism was divided into different sects. Jainism was also divided into several sects. The two major Yanas in Buddhism are Mahayana and Vajrayana. The two main sect in Jainism are Svetambara and Digambara. The follower of Buddhism does not believe in Karma. The follower of Jainism believe in Karma. Buddhism does not believe in reincarnation of souls. Jainism believed in reincarnation of souls. Four main Buddhist councils were held in Rajgriha, Vaishali, Magadha and kashmir. Two main Jainism councils were held in Patliputra and Vallabhi. There is no restriction for women. Women were not allowed to follow the Jainism initially. Buddhism has more followers than Jainism. Jainism has less number of followers than Buddhism....

Similarities between Jainism and Buddhism

There are many similarities between Jainism and Buddhism. Some of them are listed below :...

Conclusion

The origin of both Buddhism and Jainism were caused due to suppression of lower class by upper class by following Vedas principle written in ancient time. When followers of other religions started dispute among them and tries to define their religion as superior, both these religion become more popular and followers of these religion started to increase at exponential rates. Both religion believe in principle of non-violence and teaches their followers to leave materialistic things, if they want peace....

FAQs on Buddhism vs Jainism

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