Definitions for "Jina"
Conqueror, a title given to the five main manifestations of the Buddha- wisdom, but also used collectively for all Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, etc. Reclining Buddha, Shwedagon Pagota, Yongon, Burma BACK~~ BODIMAGES #33~~ NEXT
A being who has attained the state of supreme knowledge in the Jain religion. Also referred to as Tithankara.
A "conquerer" or victor; one who has attained enlightenment or infinite insight. This word is the root from which the word Jainism is derived. It may also be used as a synonym for tirthankara.
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