Ahisma

This website discusses the importance of ahimsa in various religious traditions with a focus on Jainism. There is a brief discussion on the origins of ahimsa; but it is very limited as the actual origins are unknown. The first reference to ahimsa in the texts of the early Vedic religion is mentioned. The website goes on to explain the lengths that Jains go to in order to adhere to ahimsa and it also discusses various religious figures who promote the notion of ahimsa. This website is written from an objective standpoint.

URL
http://www.kheper.net/topics/sentientism/ahimsa.html

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39764

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Student Resource
Pages: 71, 72

Teacher Resource
Pages: 36

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