Uttama-charitra-kathanaka, Uttama-charitra-kathānaka: 1 definition

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Uttama-charitra-kathanaka 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.

In Jainism

General definition (in Jainism)

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Source: Google Books: Ancient India

Uttama-charitra-kathānaka—(Jaina epic story) A story containing episodes full of remarkable adventures.

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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.

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