Jainism in Rajasthan

Rajasthan, a state in western India, has had a close historical connection with Jainism.

Swetambar and Digambar divisions represent divergent traditions of Jainism.

South-Western Rajasthan (Mewad, Godwad etc) has been the main center of the Swetambara Jainism. Major Digambara centers are in the northern and eastern parts of Rajasthan. The major ancient Jain centers include

• Khandela
• Srimal (Bhinmal)
• Osian (Upakesh)
• Pali, Rajasthan
• Nagaur
• Amer (Jaipur)
• Sanganer
• Kesariaji or Rishabhdeo
• Shri Mahaveerji temple
• Padampura
• Nakoda
• Mount Abu
• Jirawala
• Mungathala
• Ranakpur
• Bijoliyan
• Barmer
• Chanwaleshwarji

External links

References

• Dr. Jagdish Chandra Jain, History of Towns of Rajasthan

• Tod, James & Crooke, William. 1829. Annals & Antiquities of Rajasthan or the Central and Western Rajput States of India. 3 Vols. Reprint: Low Price Publications, Delhi. 1990. ISBN 81-85395-68-3 (set of 3 vols.)

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