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Ancient Indian principle of nonviolence
misplaced vowels or missing conjuncts instead of Indic text. Ahimsa (Sanskrit: अहिंसा, IAST: ahiṃsā; IPA: [ɐ́.ɦĩ.sɑː]; lit. 'nonviolence') is the ancient Indian
Ahimsa
Fundamental principle in Jainism
In Jainism, ahiṃsā (Ahimsā, alternatively spelled 'ahinsā', Sanskrit: अहिंसा IAST: ahiṃsā, Pāli: avihinsā) is a fundamental principle forming the cornerstone
Ahimsa_in_Jainism
Type of silk obtained without killing silkworms
Ahimsa silk (ahiṃsā: Sanskrit for 'nonviolence'), also known as peace silk is a method of nonviolent silk breeding and harvesting. Wild silk moths are
Ahimsa_silk
2023 Indian film
Ahimsa (transl. Nonviolence) is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language action thriller film written and directed by Teja and produced by P. Kiran, under Anandi
Ahimsa_(2023_film)
Topics referred to by the same term
up ahimsa in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Ahimsa is a term meaning literally "non-harming", i.e. "non-violence". Ahimsa may also refer to: Ahimsa in
Ahimsa_(disambiguation)
Indian religion
toward spiritual purity and enlightenment through disciplined nonviolence (ahimsa) to all living creatures. The tradition is spiritually guided by 24 tirthankaras
Jainism
Annual Jain award
The Ahimsa Award is an annual award given by the Institute of Jainology in recognition of individuals who embody and promote the principles of ahimsa (nonviolence)
Ahimsa_Award
Set of religion-based dietary rules
practiced by the followers of Jainism. Rooted in the foundational principle of ahimsa (nonviolence), it is considered one of the most rigorous dietary frameworks
Jain_vegetarianism
2017". Official Charts Company. 8 December 2017. Retrieved 28 March 2023. "Ahimsa – Single by U2 & A. R. Rahman". Apple Music. Archived from the original
U2_discography
Principle or practice of not causing harm to others
of Ahimsa in Hinduism, and literally means: Ahimsa is the highest virtue, Ahimsa is the highest self-control, Ahimsa is the greatest gift, Ahimsa is the
Nonviolence
Indian Jain monk
than the previous ones. Acharya Mahashraman had started his Tri-Nation Ahimsa Yatra to advance the cause of non-violence with the aim of promoting harmony
Mahashraman
Jain idol in Mangi-Tungi, India
The Statue of Ahimsa is located at Mangi-Tungi, in Nashik, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the tallest monolithic and tallest Jain statue in
Statue_of_Ahimsa
1981 film by I. V. Sasi
Ahimsa (transl. Non-violence) is a 1981 Malayalam-language political film directed by I. V. Sasi and written by T. Damodaran, starring Sukumaran, Mammootty
Ahimsa_(1981_film)
Train in India
The 22185/22186 Ahimsa Express is an Express train belonging to Indian Railways that runs between Ahmedabad Junction and Pune Junction in India. It is
Ahimsa_Express
1979 film directed by Chand
Ahinsa (transl. Non-Violence) is a 1979 Bollywood action film produced by Shiv Kumar and directed by Chand. The film stars Sunil Dutt and Rekha in lead
Ahinsa_(1979_film)
Guyanaian author and peace leader
Tiwari began The Living Ahimsa World Peace Tour and has traveled to several countries, leading people in taking an oath of ahimsa, which means non-harm
Maya_Tiwari
Indian actor (born 1983)
Chetan Kumar (born 24 February 1983), also known as Chetan Ahimsa, is an American actor who primarily works in Kannada cinema in India, He is also a social
Chetan_Kumar
Symbols pertaining to Jainism
mukti. The hand with a wheel on the palm symbolizes Ahimsa in Jainism. The word in the middle is "ahiṃsā" (non-violence). The wheel represents the dharmachakra
Jain_symbols
rights in Jainism, Hinduism, and Buddhism derives from the doctrine of ahimsa. In Hinduism, animals contain a soul just like humans; when sentient beings
Animal rights in Indian religions
Animal_rights_in_Indian_religions
Sri Lankan actress and politician (1947–2025)
economically successful film. Her directorial venture saw three other films: Ahimsa in 1987, Sthree in 1991 and Sanda Madala in 1994. She entered television
Malini_Fonseka
towards the promotion of a vegetarian dietary ideal based on the concept of ahimsa—non-violence and compassion towards all beings. According to a Pew Research
Vegetarianism_in_Hinduism
Heritage-listed residence in Sydney, Australia
Ahimsa is a heritage-listed residence and meditation meeting place located at 67 Cobran Road, Cheltenham, New South Wales, a suburb of Sydney in Australia
Ahimsa,_Cheltenham
Indian writer and social reformer
1961) is an Indian Jain monk, writer, and speaker whose work addresses Ahimsa (non-violence), interfaith dialogue, and social reform. Born in Pachpadra
Lokesh_Muni
Jain text authored by Āchārya Amritchandra
Puruṣārthasiddhyupāya also deals extensively with the Jain concept of ahiṃsā. Like in all Jain texts, the first verse (śloka) of Puruṣārthasiddhyupāya
Puruṣārthasiddhyupāya
Form of nonviolent resistance
satyagraha. He asked satyagrahis to follow the following principles Nonviolence (ahimsa) Truth – this includes honesty, but goes beyond it to mean living fully
Satyagraha
Ethical rules in Hinduism and Yoga
five yamas: ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya, and aparigraha. The Yoga Bhashya, a commentary on the Yoga Sutras, explains that ahimsa is the primary
Yamas
School of modern yoga
adherence to five central tenets: shastra (scripture), bhakti (devotion), ahimsā (nonviolence, non-harming), nāda (music), and dhyana (meditation). It also
Jivamukti_Yoga
Varna in Hinduism, one of four castes
Mahapataka Paramātman Prāyaścitta Punya Mind and Ethics Achourya Ahamkara Ahimsa Akrodha Ānanda Anātman Antahkarana Arishadvargas Arjava Ātman Dayā Dāna
Brahmin
2026 Indian film by H. Vinoth
States of America. York Cinemas acquired distribution rights of Canada. Ahimsa Entertainment and Boleyn Cinema will distribute the film in United Kingdom
Jana_Nayagan
Jain doctrine of many-sidedness
Anekantavada has also been interpreted to mean non-absolutism, "intellectual Ahimsa", religious pluralism, as well as a rejection of fanaticism that leads to
Anekantavada
Annual observance in November
on Ahimsa and Compassion. It is a day for global icons to share their ideologies, values and principles on how to make the Gandhian ideals of Ahimsa and
World_Compassion_Day
One of the two major schools of Jainism
is said to result in direct harm to one's personality. The principle of ahimsa (non-violence or non-injury) is a fundamental tenet of Jainism. It holds
Digambara
Indian spiritual leader and the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism
external circumstances. He also preached that the observance of the vows of ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), asteya (non-stealing), brahmacharya (chastity)
Mahavira
2023 Indian film by SG Charles
International, and the rights for the United Kingdom and Europe were acquired by Ahimsa Entertainment. The film's satellite rights were bagged by Kalaignar TV,
Soppana_Sundari
Indian fashion designer (born 1972)
"Designer Archana Kochhar to experiment with Ahimsa Silk, spearhead the revolutionary Gandhian Ahimsa to produce fine forms of Silk Costumes – Indian
Archana_Kochhar
2005 Thai film
Ahimsa: Stop to Run (Thai: อหิงสา จิ๊กโก๋ มีกรรม, romanized: Ahingsa-Jikko mee gam) is a 2005 Thai comedy-drama film written and directed by Kittikorn
Ahimsa:_Stop_to_Run
Principle stating that human life is sacred and should be protected
violated. This can be applied to humans, animals or (in the practice of Ahimsa) even micro-organisms. Sanctity of life sits at the centre of debate over
Sanctity_of_life
Annual award honoring and celebrating Wikimedia contributors
than 1.5 million followers across Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. 2023 Pax Ahimsa Gethen English Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons Gethen uploads photographs to
Wikimedian_of_the_Year
Hindu concept for inner self or essence as mere consciousness
Advaita Vedanta and Yoga versions, influenced the emergence of the theory of Ahimsa (non-violence against all creatures), culture of vegetarianism, and other
Ātman_(Hinduism)
Oldest organization of lay Jains in India
Sanrakshini Mahasabha.[citation needed] Bhagwan Mahavir Ahimsa Puraskar Bhagwan Mahavir Ahimsa Puraskar was started in 2019 with Abhinandan Varthaman becoming
Digambar_Jain_Mahasabha
Teacher of Jainism
of public meetings. Mahapragya, an apostle of nonviolence, launched the Ahimsa Yatra movement in 2001 which continued until 2009 to promote non-violence
Mahāprajña
Country in South Asia
geographical and cultural histories of its adherents. The appearance of ahimsa, or the avoidance of violence toward all forms of life in many religious
Nepal
Jain temple in Mehrauli, India
Jainism Jains History Timeline Index Food Philosophy Anekantavada Cosmology Ahimsa Karma Dharma Mokṣa Kevala Jnana Dravya Tattva Brahmacarya Aparigraha Gunasthana
Ahinsa_Sthal
Part of the ethical system prescribed by Mahatma Gandhi
Eleven vows (Ekadash vrat) were part of the ethical system prescribed by Mahatma Gandhi mainly for all those residing in the ashram. Gandhi insisted on
Eleven_vows
Approach to nonviolence
killing in human society. It traces its origin from the broader concept of ahimsa or nonviolence, one of the central tenets of Indian religions, namely, Jainism
Nonkilling
Thirteenth book of the Mahabharata
Translation: Ahimsa is the highest virtue, Ahimsa is the highest self-control; Ahimsa is the greatest gift, Ahimsa is the best suffering; Ahimsa is the highest
Anushasana_Parva
President of the United States from 1963 to 1969
Freedom)" Influences Nonviolence Padayatra Sermon on the Mount Mahatma Gandhi Ahimsa Satyagraha The Kingdom of God Is Within You Frederick Douglass W. E. B.
Lyndon_B._Johnson
Hindu god, companion of the god Rama
Jainology and Ahimsa. pp. 167–169. Chandra, K. R. (1970). A Critical Study of Paumacariyam. Research Institute of Prakrit, Jainology and Ahimsa. "Jain Rāmāyaṇas"
Hanuman
Silk from the cocoons of Samia ricini silkworms
processed without killing the silkworm. This process results in a silk called Ahimsa silk. Moths leave the cocoon and then the cocoons are harvested to be spun
Eri_silk
Suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Cheltenham has a number of heritage-listed sites, including: 67 Cobran Road: Ahimsa According to the 2021 census, there were 2,166 residents in Cheltenham.
Cheltenham,_New_South_Wales
Former First Lady of India
which required worms to be killed and instead popularized the wearing of Ahimsa silk, which does not require harming the cocoon. Her promotion of wearing
Janaki_Venkataraman
22nd Jain Tirthankara
Upanishad, who instructed Krishna in the virtues of absolute nonviolence (ahimsa). Traditional accounts mention his date of birth as the fifth day of Shravan
Neminatha
Flag for Jainism
omniscience and eternal bliss through self-realization. It also denotes peace or ahimsa (non-violence). Red – represents the siddha, souls that have attained salvation
Jain_flag
Major deity in Hinduism
Ishvara Atman Maya Karma Saṃsāra Puruṣārthas Dharma Artha Kama Moksha Niti Ahimsa Asteya Aparigraha Brahmacharya Satya Dāna Damah Dayā Akrodha Schools Āstika:
Shiva
Indian philosophical tradition within Jainism
renunciatory liberating practices with the imperative of non-violence (ahiṃsā). Jainism and its philosophical system are also notable for the belief in
Jain_philosophy
Body of ideas inspired by Mahatma Gandhi
powerful than any weapon of mass destruction." The concept of nonviolence (ahimsa) and nonviolent resistance has a long history in Indian religious thought
Gandhism
Founder of Buddhism
rebirth and that we should seek liberation from them through non-harming (ahimsa) and spiritual practices, pre-dates the Buddha and was likely taught in
The_Buddha
American actor (born 1974)
Indian religions Islam Human uses of animals Women Concepts Abolitionism Ahimsa Animal cognition Animal consciousness Animal exploitation Animal-free agriculture
Joaquin_Phoenix
Range of Indian religious traditions
including plants and non-human animals. The term ahiṃsā appears in the Upanishads, the epic Mahabharata and ahiṃsā is the first of the five Yamas (vows of self-restraint)
Hinduism
Semi-legendary Chinese philosopher, founder of Taoism
Pratyabhijna Tantra Tamil Valluvam Valluvar Other Chanakya General topics Ahimsa Atomism Atman Ātman (Hinduism) Ātman (Buddhism) Ātman (Jainism) Artha Anekantavada
Laozi
Primary antagonist in the Hindu epic Ramayana
Mahapataka Paramātman Prāyaścitta Punya Mind and Ethics Achourya Ahamkara Ahimsa Akrodha Ānanda Anātman Antahkarana Arishadvargas Arjava Ātman Dayā Dāna
Ravana
2026 Indian film by Madhan
February 2026. The overseas distribution rights of the film were acquired by Ahimsa Entertainment. The post-theatrical digital and satellite rights were acquired
With_Love_(2026_film)
Ancient Tamil composition on personal ethics and morality
including "the Tamil Veda" and "the Divine Book." Written on the ideas of ahimsa, it emphasizes non-violence and moral vegetarianism as virtues for an individual
Kural
21 days. Fasting was a tool used by Gandhi as part of his philosophy of Ahimsa (non-violence) as well as satyagraha. "National hunger strike?". Gulf Daily
List of fasts undertaken by Mahatma Gandhi
List_of_fasts_undertaken_by_Mahatma_Gandhi
Indian musician
Balasubrahmanyam. In 2019, she collaborated with the Irish band U2 on their single "Ahimsa", which emphasised the power of non-violence. She also performed the track
Khatija_Rahman
Śvetāmbara Jain temple in Kolkata, India
contemplate this. Jains believe in Ahimsa or peace and are committed to charitable deeds. Like a continually burning flame, ahimsa creates a light of peace, reconciliation
Calcutta_Jain_Temple
One of the four classes of the Hindu varna system
to the influence of Jainism and Buddhism which preaches the concept of ahimsa which forbade killing of animals for food. Bania (caste) Agrahari Lohana
Vaishya
Process of silk production
critical of silk production based on the Ahimsa philosophy "not to hurt any living thing". He also promoted "Ahimsa silk", made without boiling the pupa to
Sericulture
Indian-Canadian actor and producer
Tamil film Gajendra (2004), Kannada film Jaggu Dada (2016), and Telugu film Ahimsa (2023). In 2025, he made a Hindi cinema comeback with a role as Jaraj Saxena
Rajat_Bedi
People who practice Jainism
it to the rigorous application of core ethical principles, particularly Ahimsa (non-violence) and Aparigraha (non-attachment), in daily life. The Jain
Jain_communities
Jain temple in India
Jainism Jains History Timeline Index Food Philosophy Anekantavada Cosmology Ahimsa Karma Dharma Mokṣa Kevala Jnana Dravya Tattva Brahmacarya Aparigraha Gunasthana
Sri_Digambar_Jain_Lal_Mandir
Indian independence activist (1869–1948)
secretary noted that "The question of the consistency between his creed of 'Ahimsa' (nonviolence) and his recruiting campaign was raised not only then but
Mahatma_Gandhi
Season of television series
blackmailing the young agent into breaking them into D.E.O. headquarters. 69 4 "Ahimsa" Armen V. Kevorkian Story by : Eric Carrasco Teleplay by : Katie Rose Rogers
Supergirl_season_4
Twin-pinnacled peak in Maharashtra, India
Shantinatha caves here are in Sanskrit Language. In February 2016, The Statue of Ahimsa, a 108 ft idol carved in monolithic stone was consecrated here. It is recorded
Mangi-Tungi
Industrial family of India
Najibabad. Marwar India, Joseph Rozario, 12 May 2017 "Sahu Shital Prasad Jain". Ahimsa Foundation. Retrieved 26 March 2026. He hails from the known Sahu Digambar
Sahu_Jain_family
Hindu goddess
Komatis venerate her as Shanti Matha Vasavi, who is regarded to have promoted ahimsa for the benefit of all mankind, and averted warfare and loss of life through
Vasavi_Kanyaka_Parameshvari
Early Yoga text in Sanskrit from ancient India by Patanjali
and Kaivalyam in Yoga); and the practice of nonviolence (ahimsa), though nonviolence (ahimsa) made its first appearance in Indian philosophy-cum-religion
Yoga_Sutras_of_Patanjali
principles of Ahimsa dictate when one is faced with situations that require self-defense or self-study. The precept of "non-injury" or ahimsa has evolved
Hinduism_and_abortion
Ancient Sanskrit text
dialogue on just war theory, on when, how and why someone committed to ahimsa (non-violence) must use violence to prevent persistent violence and adharma
Anugita
Mystical beings in Hinduism and Jainism
Critical Study of Paumacariyam. Research Institute of Prakrit, Jainology and Ahimsa. Retrieved 24 April 2026. Chandra, K. R. (1970). "Summary of the Paumacariya"
Vidyadhara
Indian film production company
Abbaraju Co-Production with Soldiers Factory and Venkatadri Express 12 2023 Ahimsa Abhiram Daggubati, Geethika Tiwary, Rajat Bedi, Sadha Teja 13 2025 Champion
Anandi_Art_Creations
Basic code of ethics for Jains
strictly and therefore observe complete abstinence. These five vows are: Ahiṃsā (Non-violence) Satya (Truth) Asteya (Non-stealing) Brahmacharya (Chastity)
Five_Vows
American proponent of veganism and Jain ethics (1933–2000)
president of the American Vegan Society and the editor of its publication the Ahimsa magazine (1960–2000). H. Jay Dinshah was born in the Malaga section of Franklin
H._Jay_Dinshah
Buddhist philosophy on economics
representative of the economy. Thus, Buddhist economists advocate ahimsa or non-violence. Ahimsa prevents doing anything that directly causes suffering to oneself
Buddhist_economics
Concept in Albert Schweitzer's ethical philosophy
influenced by Indian religious thought and in particular Jain principle of ahimsa (non-violence). Albert Schweitzer has noted the contribution of Indian influence
Reverence_for_Life
Author and president of the American Vegan Society
in Malaga, New Jersey, and editor of American Vegan magazine (formerly Ahimsa). Freya Frances Vera Smith was born in Epsom, England in 1941 to Grace Smith
Freya_Dinshah
Indian religions
the Jain cosmology. The main religious premises of the Jain dharma are ahiṃsā (non-violence), anekāntavāda (many-sidedness), aparigraha (non-attachment)
Jainism_and_Sikhism
American food technology company
by Ben Pasternak and Sam Terris and was acquired by plant-based investor Ahimsa in 2024. The company's main product is NUGGS, a plant-based chicken nugget
Simulate_(company)
Selfless or desireless action in Hinduism
Ataraxia Eutrapelia Philotimo Phronesis Sophia Sophrosyne Indian Adhiṭṭhāna Ahimsa Akrodha Aparigraha Ārjava Asteya Brahmacharya Dāna Dhṛti Hrī Karuṇā Kshama
Nishkama_Karma
Social classification practised in India
to the Bharata legend. According to this legend, Bharata performed an "ahimsa-test" (test of non-violence), and during that test all those who refused
Caste_system_in_India
Ahamkara Sanskrit term for "ego". Ahimsa A religious principle of non-violence and respect for all life. Ahimsa (अहिंसा ahiṁsā) is Sanskrit for avoidance of
Glossary_of_Hinduism_terms
Syncretic religion of Mughal emperor Akbar
Roman Catholicism) but respected. The faith also adopted the principle of ahimsa, an ancient virtue of almost all Indian religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism
Din-i_Ilahi
Renounce worldly life, monastic spiritual pursuit in Hinduism
bhikkhunis of Buddhism. Sannyasa has historically been a stage of renunciation, ahimsa (non-violence), a peaceful and simple life and spiritual pursuit in Indian
Sannyasa
Indian religion
of Jainism: Jainism, also known as Jain Dharma, is an Indian religion. Ahiṃsā (Non-violence) Satya (Truth) Asteya (Non-stealing) Brahmacharya (Chastity)
Outline_of_Jainism
Diet based on foods in yogic and ayurvedic literature
clean, conscious, true, honest, wise". A sattvic diet can also exemplify ahimsa, the principle of not causing harm to other living beings. This is one reason
Sattvic_diet
Non-stealing, a virtue in Indian religions
virtue of ahimsa. One commentator notes that the virtue of ahimsa would be 'defiled' if virtues such as asteya were not cultivated. Gandhi held ahimsa as essential
Achourya
restraint, and protection from harm. In ancient India, the principle of ahimsa, non-violence toward all living beings, was central to Jainism, Buddhism
History_of_animal_rights
Secondary Hindu texts, that which is remembered
of the Dharma as follows, Rites, proper conduct, Dama (self-restraint), Ahimsa (non-violence), charity, self-study, work, realisation of Atman (Self, Soul)
Smṛti
2025 Indian Tamil film by Dhanush
acquired the overseas theatrical rights for ₹120 million (US$1.2 million). Ahimsa Entertainment and Boleyn Cinemas acquired the United Kingdom theatrical
Idli_Kadai
Monastic order of Śvetāmbara Jainism
Jainism Jains History Timeline Index Food Philosophy Anekantavada Cosmology Ahimsa Karma Dharma Mokṣa Kevala Jnana Dravya Tattva Brahmacarya Aparigraha Gunasthana
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