Early Asceticism in India

By rediscovering, reconstructing, and examining the ¿j¿vikism doctrine, its art, origins and development, this book provides new insight into ¿j¿vikism, and discusses how this information enables us to better understand its impact on Jainism and its role in the development of Indian religion and philosophy. Offering clearer perspectives on the origins of Jainism the book will be an invaluable contribution to Jaina Studies, Asian Religion and Religious History.