Question

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word to complete the sentence.
The teachings of Mahavira were written down for the first time about _______ years ago.

Answer 1

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Mahavira's teachings were compiled by Indrabhuti Gautama as the Jain Agamas. The texts, transmitted orally by Jain monks, are believed to have been largely lost by about the 1st century.