Chapter 25 – Anekäntaväda II – Pramäna, Naya and Syädväda Introduction Logic broadly means the study of the structure and principles of reasoning or of sound arguments. In the west, it also includes certain other meanings all related to different meanings of a Greek word “logos”. Logic is of prime…
Jain Philosophy (2) 24 – Anekäntaväda I – Theory of Multiplicity
Chapter 24 – Anekäntaväda I – Theory of Multiplicity Introduction Modern day logic is defined as the study of principles and method of argumentation. An argument in the system of logic is a set of statements. Jain logic is ancient. Its roots can be traced to the Holy Scriptures in…
Jain Philosophy (2) 23 – Fourteen Gunasthäna (Stages of Spiritual Development)
Chapter 23 – Fourteen Gunasthäna (Stages of Spiritual Development) Introduction In the book “Outlines of Jainism” Shri J. L. Jaini defines that: “In Jainism fourteen stages are indicated through which the soul progresses from an impure state to the final pure state of liberation (Siddha). The psychical condition of the soul…
Jain Philosophy (2) 22 – Shad Sthänaka (Six Fundamental Truths)
Chapter 22 – Shad Sthänaka (Six Fundamental Truths) Introduction: A true religion helps to liberate the Soul from the worldly cycle of birth and death. The entire Jain philosophy revolves around Right Faith (Samyag_darshan, Samyaktva, Samyag_drashti, Samakit). Right faith is in fact its basis. Without right faith, efforts to attain Moksha…
Jain Philosophy (2) 21- Punya and Päp (Virtuous Karma and Non_virtuous Karma)
Chapter 21- Punya and Päp (Virtuous Karma and Non_virtuous Karma) Introduction There are three types of inner aspects (Bhäva) – pure (Shuddha), virtuous (Shubha) and non_virtuous (Ashubha). The most desirable Bhäva is the pure one, which is devoid of any attachments or desire of accomplishment. This Shuddha Bhäva can exist…
Jain Philosophy (2) 20 – Theory of Karma
Jain Philosophy (2) 20 – Theory of Karma Introduction The Doctrine of Karma is a direct outcome of the extension of the age_old and well_established principle “as you sow, so you reap” to the spiritual sphere. In other words, this doctrine is nothing but an extension of the physical phenomenon…
Jain Philosophy (2) 19 – Nirjarä and Moksha (Eradication and Liberation)
Jain Philosophy (2) 19 – Nirjarä and Moksha (Eradication and Liberation) Nirjarä (Eradication of Karma) Every worldly soul happens to be confined (not free). The imprisonment is due to the bondage of Karma (Bandha). To be free, Jiva has to eradicate the Karma by which he is bound. The process…
Jain Philosophy (2) 18 – Samvar (Prevention)
Jain Philosophy (2) 18 – Samvar (Prevention) Samvar (Prevention of Karma) The process of stopping the influx of Karma is called Samvar. Pure(Highly spiritual) internal state of the soul causes the restraint of the mental, vocal and bodily activities which in turn inhibits the inflow of karmic matter(Samvar). The higher…
Jain Philosophy (2) 17 – Bandha (Bondage of Karma)
Jain Philosophy (2) 17 – Bandha (Bondage of Karma) Bandha (Bondage of Karma) Process of Bondage Karma particles attracted to the soul by Ashrav and then they get attached (bonded) to the soul. This process is called bondage of Karma. The main reason for the bondage is Mithyatva (ignorance), Kashäya…
Jain Philosophy (2) 16 – Äsrava (Influx of Karma)
Jain Philosophy (2) 16 – Äsrava (Influx of Karma) Äsrava (Inflow of Karma) Inflow of Karma towards soul is called Äsrava. Äsrava and Bandha are the causes for the cycle of birth and death; while Samvar and Nirjarä are the means of liberation. The entire universe is full of karmic…
Jain Philosophy (2) 15 – Nava_tattva (Nine Fundamentals)
Jain Philosophy (2) 15 – Nava_tattva (Nine Fundamentals) Nava_tattva: Nava_tattva or nine fundamentals are the essence of Jain philosophy. People, who have understood Jainism correctly, reflect it in their conduct, behavior, thinking and day to day activities. Once we understand and follow Jainism, we will see a positive transformation in…
Jain Philosophy (2) 14 – Shad Dravya (Six Universal Substances)
Jain Philosophy (2) 14 – Shad Dravya (Six Universal Substances) Shad Dravya (Six Universal Substances) Since the dawn of civilization, men in different times have tried to solve the riddle of the Universe. They have tried to find out what the Universe was, what was its origin and destiny, its…
