Jainism

/ˌdʒeɪˈnɪzəm/
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Definitions of Jainism
  1. noun
    religion founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism; emphasizes asceticism and immortality and transmigration of the soul; denies existence of a perfect or supreme being
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    type of:
    faith, religion, religious belief
    a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
  2. noun
    sect founded in the 6th century BC as a revolt against Hinduism
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    type of:
    religious order, religious sect, sect
    a subdivision of a larger religious group
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