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The
Jain Temple in
Chennai is contrary to all other temples built in South. Most
of the temples in south are built with rocks where as the
Jain Temple has been built with the lime-and-soapstone and
marble, which has given it a sparkling appearance. This is a
significant temple among the modern style of architecture.
The temple also includes some beautiful sculptures of Lord Mahavira, other tirinthkaras and Lord Shantinath to whom the
temple is dedicated.
History of Jainism
The founder of Jain sect lord Mahavira was born at Trishila
in Bihar. At the age of 30 he left the materialistic life and
became a Jain monk. He attained "Kaval Gyan" at the
age of 42, which means "omniscience". He was a
preacher of non-violence. There are three main principles of
Jainism popularly known as "teentatavas" which
includes Heya (imbibe), Gyeya (comprehend, and Upadeya
(seek). The teachings of Jainism stated that we should always
do well for others and control sin. They should not have any
attachment to the materialistic world. Jainism also says that
in order to attain moksha (salvation) one should follow the
path of Nirjara or freedom from sin.
The temple is open to all, but only those who bathe in the
temple premises may enter the sanctum.
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