Reading the historical and religious background of ancient India, one can clearly assume that the country was heavily influenced by three main religious teachings: Hinduism , Jainism and Buddhism. These three sects of religious thought have many similarities in that they all recognize the cycle of life and the need for liberation, they worship a central deity who was once a human who achieved enlightenment, and they all recognize the existence of the eternal soul and the afterlife. reincarnation. However, they also share many differences that mark the principles underlying their practice. I will identify the extent of the differences and similarities between these ancient religions in an attempt to understand why each attracted followers, why each was shaped in a certain way, and how they have maintained the interest of followers until 'to modern times. It is clear that there are more similarities than differences in the three ancient Eastern religions. The first point that unites the three trends is that the Brahman in Hinduism, the Buddha in Buddhism, and Vardhamana Mahavira in Jainism were all sacred figures who were once people who lived comfortable, socially privileged lives due to their born into a privileged family, but who were later recognized. the nature of the Universe, the evil of living in idleness, and began wanderings that lasted for many years until enlightenment and understanding of their true destination. After their enlightenment, they all began to teach and spread what they had learned through the insight they had gained, attracting followers of both sexes, and continued to wander and communicate a religious truth, a mode of religious life and the means to free oneself from the world. wheel of life (McKay et al., 2008) ...... middle of article ...... it should be noted that the three religions, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism, are the trends dominant and dominant religious beliefs in India for several centuries and clearly reflect the culture, history and spirituality of the country. These three religions effectively reflect believers' views on life, death, and honorable conduct. Nevertheless, despite the fact that they are closely related to each other, each has distinct characteristics that distinguish it from all others and contribute to the understanding of the religious context in India, both at the beginning of the new era of humanity than during the modern era. the contemporary period.References/works citedMcKay, J/P/, Hill, BD, Buckler, J., Ebrey, PB, Beck, RB, Crowston, CH and Wiesner-Hanks, ME (2008). A History of World Societies, Volume A: From Antiquity to 1500. New York, NY: Bedford/St. that of Martin