Laghudandaka, Laghudaṇḍaka, Laghu-dandaka: 1 definition
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Laghudandaka means something in Jainism, Prakrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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General definition (in Jainism)
Source: University of Cambridge: JainismLaghudaṇḍaka (लघुदण्डक) is a Gujarati explanation of the [twenty-four daṇḍakas] in the wording found in the Jīvābhigama, one of the Upāṅgas of the Śvetāmbara canon, along with quotations of Prakrit verses.
Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Laghu, Dandaka.
Full-text: Dandaka.
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