What Is the Main Purpose of Jaina Practice

question 41

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of Jaina practice?

• A) To constantly accumulate as much good karma as possible
• B) To gain the favour of the gods
• C) To withdraw from society completely to avoid pollution
• D) To memorize as much as possible the scriptures
• E) To purify the soul by impeding the accumulation of new karma and burning off old karma

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