University of Phoenix Material
Jainism vs. Sikhism
Part I
Read the assigned chapters for the week and complete the following table. Be as specific as possible when identifying practices, beliefs, rituals, and historical elements. Cite sources in APA formatting.
Core Beliefs
Jainism
Sikhism
1. Nonviolence towards all living things, even small bugs are respected. The Jains are very strict vegetarians and will not use products that come from animals.
1.There is only one God ( the same God for all people and religions)
2. Non stealing
2. Rejects the practice of rituals and ceremonies. Rituals can take the focus away from God.
Chastity is expected. Celibacy is required for monks and nuns, remaining faithful to the spouse is expected.
3. All people no matter what race, religion, gender, etc. are equal.
4. Nonattachment is very important. The Jains believe that humans can become too attached to material possessions and even family. These attachments can influence spiritual progress.
4. Reincarnation is a core belief for Sikhism. The belief is that humans are both physical and spiritual and seek the spiritual divine. This process may take several lifetimes.
5. Non lying is a core belief in Jainism. The Jains are very mindful of their speech, even in humor as it could cause hurt. Even exaggeration is discouraged.
5. God is a part of every individual and may be approached by the individual.
Part 2
Respond to the following questions in 150 to 200 words:
1. What do you think is the most important similarity and which is the most important difference? Use specifics to support your answer.
The most important similarity when comparing Jainism and Sikhism is that they both believe in reincarnation and the importance of living things. The Jains believe in nonviolence and work very hard to uphold that belief. As stated in the reading of Chapter 5, even little bugs are worthy of protection and should not be harmed...