Jainism arose as a systematic response to human and animal violence by positing a radical alternative-the path of ahimsa or non-violence.
Jainism raises a most pregnant question for all of us: how big is our circle of compassion? Can we extend its circumference beyond our selves and.
If we can lessen the pain and suffering of those around us why not choose that option instead of needlessly perpetuating the never-ending cycle of violent retribution.
Their argument is a simple but profound one.
Jainism arose as a systematic response to human and animal violence by positing a radical alternative-the path of ahimsa or non-violence