Do Jains use antibiotics?

MEDICATION – Most Jains who are fasting would take essential medication. Some may prefer not to take antibiotics because of the prohibition against harming any form of life. If antibiotics are essential they would probably be accepted, but with regret.

Is alcohol not allowed in Jainism?

No alcohol, no meat, filtered water… no, it’s not the latest set of dietary recommendations from Gwyneth Paltrow, but Jain vegetarianism, which has one of the most restrictive dietary rulebooks of any religion. Jainism is one of the ancient religions of India. At its heart is the principle of nonviolence ‘Ahisma’.

Can Jain eat yeast?

Mushrooms, fungi and yeasts are forbidden because they grow in unhygienic environments and may harbour other life forms. Honey is forbidden, as its collection would amount to violence against the bees. Jain texts declare that a śrāvaka (householder) should not cook or eat at night.

Why do Jain monks cover their mouth with a fine cloth?

Let’s find some answers. Here it is to be noted that Jain monks wear the Muhapatti to avoid unwittingly kill the insects or living beings through the process of breathing. A muhapatti is used to cover the mouth.

What is the Jainism view on cannabis?

Jainism does not specifically say whether cannabis should be taken or not. However, going by the principles and spirit of Jainism anything that is intoxicating, pollutes the mind and disrupts normal brain functioning should not be taken. Cannabis falls in that category. There is medicinal value of cannabis too.

Does Jainism allow the usage of antibiotics?

No, Jainism doesn’t allow the usage of antibiotics as it contains alcohol, amino acids or proteins extracted from animals , eggs etc for Jain Digamber Sadhus and followers. But some follower take them due to their less self strength. Deliver better patient care with this online program.

What is the Jain view on drinking alcohol?

Jain teachings says that drinking alcohol is a type of violence to your body. Non-violence, is preached in Jainism, hence violence against yourself is a big no. So a Jain person whose vision and mission is to achieve moksha. Their daily actions would match to their vision and mission.