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1. To trace the historical development of Jainism from the period of Indus
Valley Civilization to the modern times and to discover the values it
stands for in the modern context.
2. Distinguish the basic philosophies and practices among the various
schools of Indian thought as a prelude to Jaina Studies.
3. Appreciate the essentials of various schools of Indian Philosophy.
Adopt the various theories of knowledge and terminologies of
Jainology.
4. Describe the ontological theories of Jainology.
5. Practice the Jain rituals and festivals in accordance with the liturgical
prescriptions.
6. Explain the contents of various Jain scriptures, canons and
commentaries thereon and disseminate the knowledge for the larger
good of mankind.
7. Understand Jain imagery, images and aesthetics of the Jain temples.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
1. To trace the historical development of Jainism from the period of Indus
Valley Civilization to the modern times and to discover the values it
stands for in the modern context.
2. Distinguish the basic philosophies and practices among the various
schools of Indian thought as a prelude to Jaina Studies.
3. Appreciate the essentials of various schools of Indian Philosophy.
Adopt the various theories of knowledge and terminologies of
Jainology.
4. Describe the ontological theories of Jainology.
5. Practice the Jain rituals and festivals in accordance with the liturgical
prescriptions.
6. Explain the contents of various Jain scriptures, canons and
commentaries thereon and disseminate the knowledge for the larger
good of mankind.
7. Understand Jain imagery, images and aesthetics of the Jain temples.
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Jaina Studies
Chennai, IN, Chennai, India
Theology, Divinity and Religious StudiesMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
1. To trace the historical development of Jainism from the period of Indus Valley Civilization to the modern times and to discover the values it stands for in the modern context.
2. Distinguish the basic philosophies and practices among the various schools of Indian thought as a prelude to Jaina Studies.
3. Appreciate the essentials of various schools of Indian Philosophy. Adopt the various theories of knowledge and terminologies of Jainology.
4. Describe the ontological theories of Jainology.
5. Practice the Jain rituals and festivals in accordance with the liturgical prescriptions.
6. Explain the contents of various Jain scriptures, canons and commentaries thereon and disseminate the knowledge for the larger good of mankind.
7. Understand Jain imagery, images and aesthetics of the Jain temples.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
1. To trace the historical development of Jainism from the period of Indus Valley Civilization to the modern times and to discover the values it stands for in the modern context.
2. Distinguish the basic philosophies and practices among the various schools of Indian thought as a prelude to Jaina Studies.
3. Appreciate the essentials of various schools of Indian Philosophy. Adopt the various theories of knowledge and terminologies of Jainology.
4. Describe the ontological theories of Jainology.
5. Practice the Jain rituals and festivals in accordance with the liturgical prescriptions.
6. Explain the contents of various Jain scriptures, canons and commentaries thereon and disseminate the knowledge for the larger good of mankind.
7. Understand Jain imagery, images and aesthetics of the Jain temples.
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