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The shape of the universe according to Jain Scriptures is shown here. The middle vertical "tube" is the abode for main life-forms.
The bottom part consists of seven hells. The middle world has all the planets, including the Earth. The top part is the abode of all dev-loka (semi-Gods).
In the centre of the middle world there is a big mountain called Mount Meru surrounded by Jambudwip. Our earth is one of the planets in this Jambudwip and is called Bharat-Kshetra.
There are 8 black holes in the universe which are capable of swallowing everything.
Another interesting point is that Jain books state that there are different time-scales on other planets. The uppermost part (half-moon) is liberated souls.
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1 R= 145 x 10 LIGHT YEARS
8 BLACK HOLES
ALL FLANETS INCLUDING OUR EARTH
Jain astronomy
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