Term Papers: Describe how the experiences of his youth inspired Siddartha Guatama (Buddha) to seek out the truth about human suffering. How do his experiences witnessing sickness and aging affect his philosophy? (See the PBS documentary video clip for help.)
Based on about Jainism, explain how the bird hospital is a representation of Jain ethics.
Who was the spiritual founder of Jainism, and why was he given the title “Jina”?
Finally, in your own words, describe the five basic vows of Jainism.
Describe how the experiences of his youth inspired Siddartha Guatama (Buddha) to seek out the truth about human suffering.
How do his experiences witnessing sickness and aging affect his philosophy? (See the PBS documentary video clip for help.)