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Can I become a Jain or do I have to born into it?

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Yes, you can become a Jain.

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How do I cultivate or sense Jiva?

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Ask a Jain monk or nun. There's no harm in asking. I'm sure they are more then happy to answer any questions you might have.

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Does Jainism accept converts?

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Of course!

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Does the Jain death fast actually free Jains from repeated rebirth?

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The Jain belief is that is it does. It's believed Jains who die this way will no longer reincarnate.

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Why are there no converts to Jainism?

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Jainism is said to be be very strict. It might be very picky about the people who want to convert to it.

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Can I change my caste if I converted from Hinduism to Jainism?

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No, as this is not related to the caste system. You also don't need to change your caste to become a Jain.

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Can I became Jain from Brahmin?

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Yes, you just have to follow the life principles of a Jain.

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Can I be a Jain if I am a Marathi female?

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Of course. Jainism does not discriminate between any caste. Whoever wants to become a Jain can do so if they believe in themselves.

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Does Jainism not believe that plants have life in them too? If so, then why do they eat vegetables only, which are not only alive but also give life?

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First they believe that all creatures have life, secondly they do not eat green or leafy vegetables and if they do, then there is a time to use, like only 2 days for this vegetables or only 1 day.

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What is the procedure of becoming Jain?

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There is no procedure to follow Jain religion because Jain = peace and they do not discriminate for caste, just be sure to be vegetarian. And always visit the temple. The article sets out what is needed.

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If I am a Marathi girl, can I convert to a Jain?

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Of course. Jainism does not discriminate between any caste. Whoever wants to become a Jain can do so if they believe in themselves.

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