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Question
What are the five important rules of conduct in Jainism?
Solution
Mahavira asked his followers to live a virtuous life. In order to live a life filled with sound morals, he preached five major principles to follow. They are:
- Ahimsa – not to injure any living beings
- Satya – to speak truth
- Asteya – not to steal
- Aparigraha – not to own property
- Brahmacharya – Celibacy
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