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of its association with Ajiva. It follows that the grater, closer and deeper this association is, the greater is the curtailment of its inherent potency. Again, the element, which is potent must necessarily possess the knowledge to work out its potency, This aspect does supply the proof of Jiva's omniscience. This dynamic force called Jiva pervades the whole universe. It is intangible in as much as it can not be be perceived by the physical senses It can, however be perceived by reason and logic fortified by experience.
Ajivas and their Functions.
Then the next question is what is Ajiva and how it functions? Jain Philosophers have prescribed five categories of Ajiva. They are (1) Pudgal, (2) Dharma, (3) Adharma, (4) Akash (space) and (5) Kala (time). Jiva functions through these five categories of Ajiva. Jain terminology does not possess connotations, which are commonly understood by us. It is therefor ncessary to explain the meaning of each of these five catetories of Ajiva, as all of them work as medium through which Jiva prefers to make it
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