The Digambara–Shvetambara Schism in Jainism (c. 300 BCE)
300 BCE · Hindistan · cultural
After the death of Mahavira, Jainism divided into two branches, the 'clothed' (Shvetambara) and the 'sky-clad/naked' (Digambara); both continued to uphold the principle of ahimsa (non-violence).
What was The Digambara–Shvetambara Schism in Jainism (c. 300 BCE)?
After the death of Mahavira, Jainism divided into two branches, the 'clothed' (Shvetambara) and the 'sky-clad/naked' (Digambara); both continued to uphold the principle of ahimsa (non-violence).
When did The Digambara–Shvetambara Schism in Jainism (c. 300 BCE) happen?
300 BCE
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