Key Point 1: Overview of Jainism

Jainism focuses on the teachings of the Jainas and the concept of Jina, meaning victorious beings who have conquered their passions. The tirthoncara in Jainism, specifically Mahavira, is considered the 24th and last tirthoncara. Central to Jainism is the belief in permanent souls, known as Atman or Jiva, that undergo cycles of embodiment in various forms. Religious practices in Jainism aim to disentangle the soul from karmic matter, specifically focusing on overcoming the embodiment of the soul.