Jainism Holds That the Universe Has

question 18

Multiple Choice

Jainism holds that the universe has

• A) an almost limitless number of atoms, forever distinct from one another.
• B) eight basic categories of nonliving entities.
• C) twelve realms inhabited by human beings, gods, and goddesses.
• D) an infinite number of jivas, or souls.

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Definitions:

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Life Sentence

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Superpredator

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