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The Jain Path Multiple-Choice Quiz
Jeffery D. Long
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Long's primary goal in this chapter is to
argue that the Jain path is the morally best path.
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explain the central beliefs and practices of the Jain religion.
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make sure you never forget that Jain monks and nuns wear masks.
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contrast Jainism with Buddhism and Hinduism.
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According to Long, Jains believe in reincarnation because
it is the only way to square their belief in karma with the apparent injustice of the world.
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the founder of Jainism claimed to be able to recall his past lives.
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Jainism is an offshoot of Hinduism, and Hindus believe in reincarnation.
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they believe that reaching eternal happiness requires great effort over many lives.
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According to Long, the Jain practice of self-starvation is typically understood as
a form of ritual suicide to be undertaken by Jains who have performed very violent acts.
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the noblest form of nonviolent protest, to be used only against severe social injustices.
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a big step toward nirvÄna when performed in order to avoid harming other creatures.
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the way that Jains skip ahead to the next life after performing some great deed.
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