Jainism

[Fact 1]: They run numerous schools, colleges and hospitals and are important patrons of the Somapuras, the traditional temple architects in Gujarat.

[Fact 2]: The two sects also differ on the origin of Mata Trishala, Mahavira's mother.

[Fact 3]: Manish Modi.

[Fact 4]: They can eat only twice in every alternate days, but in between during some special calendar events, they may have to fast longer periodsParshvanatha, the twenty-third Tirthankar, is the earliest Jain leader who can be reliably dated.

[Fact 5]: By Jaykumar Jalaj.

[Fact 6]: The discovery of Jain manuscripts has added significantly to retracing Jain history.

[Fact 7]: Jainism emphasizes the equality of all life, advocating harmlessness towards all, whether the creatures are great or small.

[Fact 8]: People meditate and offer prayers.

Diwali, Avani Avittam(renewal of sacred thread called 'poonool') similar to most Tamils.Jains are strict vegetarians.

[Fact 9]: At the conclusion of the festivities, a lookback is encouraged, and Pratikraman is done for repentance of faults and forgiveness is given and asked for from all.

Mahavir Jayanti, The birthday of Mahavir, the last Thirthankar is celebrated on the thirteenth day of the fortnight of the waxing moon, in the month of Chaitra.

[Fact 10]: Leaders with their powerful armies, scientists with their latest advances in technology cannot provide the protection from the eventual decay and death.

[Fact 11]: However Murtipujak and Digamabar sects allow praying before idol so as to assist in stimulating and focusing thoughts while praying.In Digambar tradition idols of Thirthankars are worshipped.

[Fact 12]: Nonetheless relative truth is undoubtedly useful as it is a stepping stone to the ultimate realization and understanding of reality.