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Q: What is the number of great vows in jainism?
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What is the ultimate goal of janism?

The goal of Jainism is to attain moksha (enlightenment). This is done by observing the five 'Great Vows': non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, celibacy, and non-materialism.


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