Five Yamas of Patanjali and Five vows of Jainism

Q.  The five Yamas (ethical rules in Hinduism) found in Patanjali’s work of Yoga Sutras prominently feature in which other religion/s?
- Published on 22 Jun 16

a. Islam
b. Buddhism
c. Jainism
d. Tribal Religions

ANSWER: Jainism
 
  • Yamas are ethical rules in Hinduism and can be thought of as moral imperatives. The five yamas listed by Patanjali in Yogasutra are – Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, Aparihara.
  • Jainism encourages spiritual development through cultivation of personal wisdom and self-control through five main vows. These are very similar to what Patanjali proposes - Ahimsa, Satya, Asteya, Brahmacharya, Aparihara.

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