The word Jainism is commonly traced to the Sanskrit word for "conquer." This conquering refers to the:
a. conflict Jains face when deciding which sect of Jainism they wish to follow.
b. battle Jains wage within themselves to gain the full knowledge that leads to enlightenment.
c. war between the gods and the demons before the earth was created.
d. disagreements over monastic doctrine and practice.
b. battle Jains wage within themselves to gain the full knowledge that leads to enlightenment.
a, c & d. Incorrect. All who follow the religion of Jainism are called Jains, "Followers of the Conquerors."
b. Correct. Jainism is commonly traced to the Sanskrit word for "conquer." This conquering refers to the battle Jains wage within themselves to gain the full knowledge that leads to enlightenment.
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