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Doesn't the Tirtha Sutra state that beings such as worms, insects, etc., do not attempt to attain the desired and abandon the undesired?
- Yes, it does.
Then why is there no recognition of the innate condition and mind in them?
- Beings such as worms, etc., do possess a very subtle mind, and thus they are inclined towards the desired and retreat from the undesired; however, their actions are only beneficial for the journey of the body, hence they are not superior. Here, a more developed mind is discussed, which, upon gaining a suitable impetus, can contemplate beyond the journey of the body as well. In essence, the ability to remember past lives is termed as "innate condition." Beings possessing this condition are deities, beings in hell, those in the womb, humans, and also those in lower forms. That is why they are regarded as innate beings here. [23-25] - Now, for more specific information regarding the path of introspection, does the text describe five aspects including yoga?
- Indeed.
Please refer to "Jñānabindu Chapter" (Chhavivijaya Jain Granthamala) 50 144.
To further clarify this topic, see the Hindi Karm Granth, Chouth, p. 143, specifically on the term "Anāhārakaśabda."