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1. Classification of empirical selves as the basis of socio
spiritual principle of Ahiṁsā and the dissemination of the doctrine of Aparigraha. Inclusion of the notion of Paryāya (modification or change) in the definition of Substance and its spiritual
implication. 3. Theory of Metaphysico-axiological Anekānta along
with the doctrine of Naya (view-point). Device of Syādvāda as the key to the pointed communicability of knowledge. Doctrine of Karma as an explanation of the cognitive, conative and affective differences existing in the world at large. Mystical journey of the self from darkness to light, from slumberness to perfect spiritual awakening. Composite Sādhanā of Tri-ratna (Samyagdarśana, Samyagjñāna and Samyakcāritra) leading to
emancipation (Mokșa). 8. According religious freedom to women and down
trodden people. 9. Propounding the philosophy of vegetarianism and the
philosophy of fighting defensive wars. 10. Accepting Sallekhanā as the spiritual welcome to death
without any fear and perturbation.
1. Classification of Jīvas (empirical selves) as the basis of socio-spiritual principle of Ahimsā and the dissemination of the doctrine of Aparigraha.
The doctrine of Ahiṁsā is the be-all and end-all of the Jinist way of life and living. The oldest Jaina Āgama Āyāro
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