Jainism

A major characteristic of Jain belief is the emphasis on the consequences of physical and mental behavior.^[6] Because Jains believe that everything is alive, in some sense, and that many beings possess a soul, great care and awareness is required in going about one's business in the world. Jainism is a religious tradition in which all life is considered worthy of respect and it emphasises this equality of all life, advocating the protection of the smallest creatures. Jainism encourages spiritual independence (in the sense of relying on and cultivating one's own personal wisdom) and self-control (व्रत, vratae)considered vital for spiritual development. The goal, as with other Indian religions, is moksha: realization of the soul's true nature, a condition of omniscience (Kevala Jnana or Keval Gyana). By ancient and contemporary usage, and dictionary definitions, a follower of Jain Dharma, or Jainism, is called a Jain.

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Jainism is based around the principles of asceticism, of shedding material possessions and dependencies, and ahimsa- non-violence towards all living beings.  Most Jains are vegetarians or vegans.