jainism versus taoism

Amanda Raymond
Comparative religion

The purpose of this report is to relate the similarities and differences between

Jainism and Taoism. East India reveals the faith of Jainism whereas China holds the

secrets to Taoism. Even though these two religions are in different countries, could

there be similarities among their practices?

The history of these two religions both started around the same period. Jainism

began around 550 B.C. whereas Taoism started its roots around 575 B.C. Both of these

religions have a person or mythical character they considered the founder of the religion.

Taoism’ founder was Lao-Tse. He was constantly searching for a way that would avoid

the constant feudal warfare and other conflicts. In the religion of Jainism, there is a mild

difference in what they considered the founder. The religion consists of 24 Jinas, who

overcome or conqueror life. They are the teachers who have the highest knowledge and

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