Karnapula, Karṇapūla: 1 definition
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Karnapula means something in Jainism, Prakrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: Shodhganga: A cultural study on the jain western Indian illustrated manuscriptsKarṇapūla (कर्णपूल).—Karṇapūla (large circular panel earrings) were worn both by man and woman. In the 14th century however women wore two rings, one in a lobe and the others on top of the ear.
Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.
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