Jainism: A religion of compassion and non-violence

Tyagi, Kirti (2023) Jainism: A religion of compassion and non-violence. In: Religious and Spiritual Practices in India : A Positive Psychological Perspective. Springer, Singapore, pp. 197-222. ISBN 9789819923991

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Abstract

Jainism is the sixth-largest religion in India and is referred to as the religion of non-violence. The present chapter focuses on understanding the application of Jain practices and principles in the context of positive psychology, mental health, and other psychological outcomes. First, we begin by briefly discussing Jain philosophy, its historical roots, divisional sects, and the demographic distribution of the community. Then we highlight some fundamental teachings and principles of Jainism and their contribution to spirituality, well-being, virtues, and perspective-taking. We then proceed to describe primary practices and principles of Jainism that contribute to positive psychology, emphasizing specifically on virtues and character strengths; and on well-being, peace education, pro-environmental attitudes, positive interpersonal relationships, positive mental health, and empirical evidence for Jain prekshā meditation. The chapter concludes by discussing the implications and significance of Jain practices and principles and the need for more empirical research.

Item Type: Book Section
Keywords: Jainism | Philosophy and Practices | Jain Customs and Rituals | Physical and Mental Health | Prekshā Meditation
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Social Sciences (General)
JGU School/Centre: Jindal School of Psychology & Counselling
Depositing User: Amees Mohammad
Date Deposited: 09 Sep 2023 06:19
Last Modified: 09 Sep 2023 06:19
Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2397-7_9
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/6610

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