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100 1 _aBühler, Georg,
_d1837-1898
245 1 0 _aOn the Indian Sect of the Jainas
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-04-01
508 _aProduced by Ben Courtney, Laura Sabel Bauer and PG Distributed Proofreaders HTML file revised by David Widger
520 _a"On the Indian Sect of the Jainas" by Georg Bühler is a scholarly work published in the early 20th century that explores the Jaina religion and its historical significance in India. The book delves into the doctrines, customs, and community structures of the Jaina sect, drawing parallels to Buddhism while also highlighting its distinct features and rich cultural heritage. Bühler's analysis aims to shed light on a religious society that, despite its importance, remains relatively less understood or accessible, particularly among educated Indians who may not be familiar with European languages. The opening of the work serves as a preface outlining the author's intention and the translation's significance to both European scholars and educated Indians. It discusses the historical context of the Jaina sect, emphasizing its foundation during the same period as Buddhism and its divergence from Brahmanism. Bühler introduces key concepts such as the two major divisions within Jainism - the Digambara and Śvetāmbara sects, along with their respective practices and beliefs. The detailed exploration of Jaina mythology and the emphasis on the sect’s unique principles sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Jainism as a rich philosophical and ethical framework rooted in the quest for spiritual liberation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJaina sects
653 _aJainism
700 1 _aBurgess, James,
_d1832-1916
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11897
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