a religion founded in the 6th century B.C. as a revolt against the then prevelent Hinduism and emphasising the perfectibility of human nature and liberation of the soul, esp. through asceticism and non-violence toward all living creatures; Jainism.

a religion of India originating in the 6th century B.C. and teaching liberation of the soul by right knowledge, right faith, and right conduct which includes practice of austerity, non-violence and reverence to all living beings; Jainism.