Are Mahavira and Buddha contemporaries?

Are Mahavira and Buddha contemporaries?

Buddhism and Jainism are two Indian religions that developed in Magadha (Bihar) and continue to thrive in the modern age. Gautama Buddha and Mahavira are generally accepted as contemporaries.

Did Buddha know about Jainism?

No, they never met. Gautam Buddha and Lord Mahavira never met. Buddha was born before Mahavira and preached “Madhyam Marg” after he could not follow the strict practices of Jainism.

Do you think the preaching of Gautam Buddha and Mahavir Swami have some similarities explain in brief?

There were many similarities in their teachings – ending caste distinctions, teaching ahimsa, meditation, reincarnation and compassion to living beings. They both spoke in the common language and taught in simple parables, downplaying Sanskrit texts. They are both pictured sitting in the lotus posture.

Who came before Buddha or Mahavira?

Mahavira was born a little before the Buddha. While the Buddha was the founder of Buddhism, Mahavira did not found Jainism. He is the 24th great teacher (Tirthankar) in the Jain tradition that was founded in the present era by Rishabh or Adinath, thousands of years before Mahavira.

Which of the following was a Buddhist genealogical text?

The correct answer is Dipa vansa. Dipa Vansa was a Buddhist genealogical text.

Who was the contemporary of Gautam Buddha and Mahavira?

Notes: Bimbisara was contemporary of both Mahavira and Buddha. The Jain texts mention that he was a disciple of Lord Mahavira. The Buddhist texts mention that he met Buddha before enlightment. Buddha promised him to visit his capital after he gets enlightment.

In which language did Mahavira preach mention any similarities between Buddhism and Jainism?

Both have accepted the theories of Karma rebirth and Moksha. Both taught in the language of the common people i.e. Prakrit and not in Sanskrit which was the language of the priests. Both of them were opposed to animal sacrifices.

What is the difference between Gautama Buddha and Mahavira?

From where I see it, there is no difference between the two. They both were enlightened Shramana masters. Jina – The Mahavira was the last and 24th Tirthankara (Ford-maker) of Shramana tradition and Gautama – The Buddha its brightest star ever because of whom this tradition is now well known across the globe.