BBC - Religions - Jainism: Monks, nuns and temple worship
Sep 14, 2009 · Each of the two main Jain sects has their own monks and nuns. Svetambara monks wear thin white robes while the Digambara monks reject any form of clothing whatsoever and live naked, or 'sky clad...
Gorgeous clothes: Significance and symbolism - Wisdom Library
In Jainism, the term "gorgeous clothes" signifies the elaborate attire worn by Indian children during festive events. These clothes are compared to valuable pitchers, emphasizing their beauty and significance during celebrations. This cultural practice highlights the importance of special garments in marking joyous occasions and reflects the ...
Jainism - Wikipedia
Jainism is considered an eternal dharma with the tirthankaras guiding every time cycle of the cosmology. Central to understanding Jain philosophy is the concept of bhedvigyān, or the clear distinction in the nature of the soul and non-soul entities.
Jain Renouncers: Sky Clad and White Clad - Pluralism
Two major branches of Jain monasticism emerged in the early centuries BCE. The Digambara (“sky-clad”) tradition renounces everything, even clothing. The Shvetambara (“white-clad”) tradition also renounces, but they wear two pieces of white cloth.
Jain Monks and Nuns - Jainworld
Clothing: They always wear un-stitched or minimally stitched white clothes. Some Jain sadhus do not wear the clothes. A loin cloth which reaches up to the shins is called a Cholapattak. Another cloth to cover the upper part of the body is called Pangarani (Uttariya Vastra).
Divine garments: Significance and symbolism - Wisdom Library
The Divine garment in Jainism symbolizes spiritual purity and transformation, representing celestial attire worn by divine figures. It signifies grace and heightened status, reflecting the sacred nature of spiritual journeys and divine purpose.
Is Jainism the World's Most Peaceful Religion? - HowStuffWorks
In its strictest form, Jainism is practiced by ascetic monks and nuns in India, some of whom renounce all worldly possessions (including clothing in one tradition), cover their mouths with a white cloth to avoid causing unnecessary harm with their breath and saliva, and carry a soft brush or feather duster while walking to gently sweep away any ...
Jainism - Rituals, Monks, Ahimsa | Britannica
Oct 5, 2024 · Jainism - Rituals, Monks, Ahimsa: Shvetambara monks are allowed to retain a few possessions such as a robe, an alms bowl, a whisk broom, and a mukhavastrika (a piece of cloth held over the mouth to protect against the ingestion of small insects), which are presented by a senior monk at the time of initiation.
Jain Wedding - Pre & Post Wedding Rituals, Customs, Dress
Wedding Attire. In Jain traditions, the groom wears a Kurta Pajama, which is now mostly replaced by a Sherwani and Pajama. Sherwanis are intricately designed long silk garments with a stiff collar and ornate buttons. He typically wears some jewelry around the neck like a long string of pearls and gold chains.
MASK: An Age-Old Tradition in Jainism | by Dr Achyutanand Jha
May 1, 2020 · The white coloured mouth mask is a mandatory part of the attire. However, just opposite to it’s one sect of Jainism does not wear any cloth. Both are surviving happily. Photo from Open...