{"id":3524,"date":"2025-11-04T11:58:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T06:28:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vardhmanvacations.com\/blog\/?p=3524"},"modified":"2025-11-04T14:35:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T09:05:37","slug":"jainism-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vardhmanvacations.com\/blog\/jainism-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"Jainism Around the World \u2013 Countries with Jain Communities Outside India"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As ancient as Hinduism and Buddhism, Jainism<\/strong>\u2014also known as Jain Dharma<\/strong>\u2014is one of India\u2019s oldest religions. All three faiths share the belief in reincarnation<\/strong>, and Jains follow the path shown by the 24 Tirthankaras (spiritual teachers)<\/strong>, especially the last one, Lord Vardhamana Mahavira<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The foundation of Jainism rests on two guiding principles: Ahimsa (non-violence)<\/strong> and respect for all living beings<\/strong>, including plants and animals. Because of this, followers of Jainism are strict vegetarians<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Jain community is mainly divided into two sects\u2014\u015av\u0113t\u0101mbara and Digambara<\/strong>. While both uphold the same fundamental beliefs and vows, their practices and interpretations differ in certain aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rather than diving deep into the philosophy, this article focuses on something different\u2014the global presence of Jains<\/strong>. I was curious to learn about the Jain population outside India, and my research revealed some fascinating insights that I\u2019m excited to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within India, Jain communities thrive across major states and cities such as Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka<\/strong>, among others. But the good news is that Jainism is no longer confined to India\u2014it has spread its roots worldwide through migration and cultural exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a look at some of the countries where Jainism has found a home beyond India<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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