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ahimsa

 

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Noun ahimsa has 1 sense
  1. ahimsa - a Buddhist and Hindu and especially Jainist doctrine holding that all forms of life are sacred and urging the avoidance of violence
    --1 is a kind of
    religious doctrine, church doctrine, gospel, creed

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Ahimsa:

Definition:

Ahimsa is a philosophical concept from Indian religions, particularly Jainism and Hinduism, which refers to the practice of non-violence and compassionate behavior towards all living beings.

Part of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses:

  1. Non-violence or non-injury towards all living beings.

Usages:

  • Ahimsa is considered one of the fundamental principles in Jainism, guiding the behavior and actions of its followers.
  • Gandhi extensively advocated for the practice of ahimsa as a means to achieving social and political change.

Sample Sentences:

  1. Ahimsa is the cornerstone of Jain philosophy and is practiced by its followers in their everyday lives.
  2. By practicing ahimsa, we can foster harmony, compassion, and respect towards all living beings.
  3. Gandhi's commitment to ahimsa influenced many to embrace passive resistance and peaceful protests.

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