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Old 03-11-2003, 01:52 AM   #3
Arledrian
Egyptian Goddess of the Dead
 

Join Date: July 12, 2001
Location: South Carolina
Age: 40
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Jainism originated in India in (I think) the sixth century. I just know that it deals with cosmic principles, and it's centered around non-violence to all living things. It's seen as pretty democratic in its nature. There is no one single creator or divine being, but there are kind of semi-Gods that rule over certain elements of existance. It reminds me a bit of animism really, probably because it's a real spiritual faith. That's about all I know, I'm sorry it's a bit vague.
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