Jain literature (Sanskrit: जैन साहित्य) refers to the literature of the Jain religion. It is a vast and ancient literary tradition, which was initially transmitted orally. The oldest surviving material is …

Jun 25, 2024 · What are Jain Agamas? Jain Agamas are the primary canonical scriptures of Jainism, believed to have been directly spoken by Lord Mahavira. They form the foundational …

Sep 11, 2009 · Jain texts. The texts containing the teachings of Mahavira are called the Agamas, and are the canonical literature - the scriptures - of Svetambara Jainism.

Jan 6, 2024 · Jain Agamas, a collection of scriptures revered in Jainism, serve as guiding lights for adherents on the path to spiritual enlightenment. These texts encapsulate the teachings of …

SUMMARY OF SWETAMBAR JAIN AGAMS. Ang agams: Ang-agams are the oldest religious scriptures and the backbone of Jain literature. Acharang Sutra (Aayarang): This agam …

The Jain literature which was complied by Ganadharas and Srut-kevlis is known as Agam literature. These texts are the holy scriptures of the Jain religion. The Agam Sutras show great …

What is Jain Agamas? The Jainas refer to their sacred literature as Agamas, which is written in Prakrit, similar to the Buddhist Pitakas in Pali and the Brahmanical Vedas in Sanskrit. The …

The Place of the Agamas in Cultural History of India. Language and Literature apart from art and architecture constitute the most important records of the cultural history of a country. Hence, …

Feb 26, 2019 · Jain Agamas are the text based on the discourses of Jain Thirthankaras. The Agamas consists of 12 Angas, 12 Upangas, 10 Prakirnakas, 6 Chhedasutras, 4 Mulasutras …

Lord Mahavir’s preaching were orally compiled into many texts (scriptures) by his disciples. These scriptures are known as Jain Agam or Agam Sutras. The Agam Sutras teach great reverence …