Jainism Compendium - Study Notes

Shweta Daftary.

Harsh and Bhavisha Shroff, Mukesh Doshi.

Megha Doshi.

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<p>The inner core of religion is faith in our own existence and true nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Religion teaches us about the soul's true nature, which helps prevent identification with the physical body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Knowing one soul equates to knowing all because the essence of the soul connects us to everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Vatthu Sahävo Dhammo' signifies that religion represents the real nature of all things, including the soul.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The true nature of consciousness is to be aware without attachment or aversion to situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The passage suggests that pursuing happiness through external circumstances is futile and ultimately illusive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Equanimity is defined as the mental state that should be cultivated for spiritual balance and understanding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It claims that individuals seldom explore their true nature because they are often entangled in delusions about themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It signifies respect and reverence to all Arihants, the liberated souls in Jainism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Arihant, Siddha, Ächärya, Upädhyäy, and Sädhu/Sädhvi.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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<p>Mangal refers to auspiciousness or a blessed state that brings good fortune.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Arihants, Siddhas, Sädhus, and the religion explained by the omniscient.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It identifies Arihants, Siddhas, and Sädhus as supreme entities in the universe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It implies that the religion explained by the omniscient is auspicious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is believed to bring the highest spiritual benefits and purify the devotee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It symbolizes respect for teachers or mentors who guide students in spiritual learning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ultimate goal is spiritual liberation and enlightenment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The prayer focuses on offering gratitude to the Lord for destroying the miseries of the three worlds and liberating souls from the cycle of transmigration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Timira' refers to the darkness of ignorance that obscures one's understanding and vision of true knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The prayer encourages seven cardinal virtues: compassion, peace, equanimity, forgiveness, truthfulness, renunciation, and non-attachment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The prayer expresses appreciation to the Master for removing layers of ignorance and enabling the seeker to see rightly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Nétram unmilitam' signifies the opening of inner eyes, indicating a realization and understanding of true knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non-attachment is crucial as it helps seekers remain vigilant and focused on spiritual growth rather than worldly distractions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Kashäy-ni upashänta-tä' implies the importance of overcoming base emotions and desires to achieve liberation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ultimate aspiration of a 'mumukshu' is to achieve moksha, or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.</p> Signup and view all the answers