What was the Buddha trying to teach the sorrowing mother?

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What were the main teachings of the Mahavira?

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Why do you think Anagha's mother wanted her to know the story of the Buddha?

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Find out more about men and women who renounce the world today. Where do they live, what kinds of clothes do they wear, what do they eat? Why do they renounce the world?

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What is Upanishad? Name some important thinkers of Upanishad.

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At what age did Mahavira leave his home?

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Explain the terms atman and brahman.

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Write a short note on Panini, the grammarian.

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You want to go to listen one of the preachers who lived about 2500 years ago. Describe your conversation with your parents as you try to persuade them to let you go.

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Who was Satyakama Jabala?

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Why was it difficult for farmers to follow Jainism?

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Who could join the Sanghas?

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Who were Bhikshus? What were their functions?

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Who was Mahavira?

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What are the varnas mentioned here? Were all four varnas allowed to participate in the system of ashramas?

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