Multiple choice

According to Janinsm, one of the ‘Great Vows’ that help attain enlightenment is Asteya. What does Asteya mean?

  1. To observe detachment from people, places and material things

  2. To exercise control over senses

  3. To cause "no harm" to living beings

  4. Not to take into possession of anything that is not willingly offered
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Explanation

Jains believe that to attain enlightenment and ultimately liberation from all karmic bonding, one must practice the following ethical principles not only in thought, but also in words (speech) and action. Such a practice through lifelong work towards oneself is called observing the Mahavrata ("Great Vows"). These vows are: Ahimsa (Non-violence): To cause "no harm" to living beings Satya (Truthfulness): To always speak truth such that no harm is caused to others Asteya (Non-stealing): Not to take into possession anything that is not willingly offered Brahmacharya (Celibacy): To exercise control over senses (including mind) from indulgence Aparigraha (Non-possession, non-materialism): To observe detachment from people, places and material things

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