Jain Agamas (Digambara) Jain Agamas (Digambara) Agamas are texts of Digambara Jainism based on the discourses of the "tirthankara". The originals are all lost, and the extant versions were written in the 1st millennium CE. They are believed by Digambaras to be Mahavira's discourses in a samavasarana (divine preaching hall). They are called "Śhrut Jnāna" and comprises twelve "angas" and fourteen "purvas". This forms the basis of the Jaina "Agamas" or canons. These are believed by Jains to have originated from Rishabhanatha, the first "tirthankara" who lived millions of years ago. The earliest versions of Jain Agamas known were composed in Ardhamagadhi Prakrit.
Freedom of religion in Indonesia Freedom of religion in Indonesia The Indonesian constitution provides for freedom of religion. The government generally respects religious freedom for the six officially recognized religions: Islam, Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. However, ongoing restrictions, particularly on religions not sanctioned by the government and sects of the recognized religions considered deviant, are exceptions. Questioning any of the six above can lead to five years in prison for "insulting a major religion" and six more years if the Internet is used. According to Christian Solidarity Worldwide religious intolerance is increasing and spreading nationwide, even between Muslim groups. According to the 2010