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## The Characteristics of the Jain Virtues:
**1. Nishkankshit (Desireless)**
The characteristic of a desireless person is that they are:
* **Dependent on karma:** Their existence is governed by their past actions.
* **Finite:** They have a beginning and an end.
* **Intermittent suffering:** They experience periods of suffering interspersed with periods of happiness.
* **Cause of sin:** Their actions lead to the accumulation of negative karma.
Therefore, a desireless person is one who does not crave worldly pleasures, recognizing their impermanence and the suffering they ultimately lead to.
**2. Nirvichikitst (Doubtless)**
The characteristic of a doubtless person is that they:
* **Naturally impure:** Their body is inherently impure.
* **Purified by the three jewels:** They have been cleansed by the three jewels of right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct.
* **Free from disgust:** They do not feel repulsed by their own body.
* **Delighted in virtues:** They find joy in practicing virtuous actions.
Therefore, a doubtless person is one who has overcome the negativity associated with their physical body and finds joy in the pursuit of virtue.
**3. Amudhadristi (Unconfused Vision)**
The characteristic of a person with unconfused vision is that they:
* **Do not agree with false beliefs:** They reject false doctrines and their proponents.
* **Do not associate with false believers:** They avoid contact with those who hold false views.
* **Do not praise false beliefs:** They do not speak favorably of false doctrines.
Therefore, a person with unconfused vision is one who has a clear understanding of truth and avoids all forms of falsehood.
**4. Upgrihun (Rebuking)**
The characteristic of rebuking is:
* **Addressing the shortcomings of the ignorant:** It involves correcting the mistakes and misconceptions of those who are not fully knowledgeable about Jainism and its practices.
Therefore, rebuking is a form of guidance and correction aimed at helping others understand and follow the true path.
**5. Sthitikaran (Stabilization)**
The characteristic of stabilization is:
* **Restoring those who have deviated from the path:** It involves guiding those who have strayed from the principles of right faith and right conduct back to the path of righteousness.
Therefore, stabilization is a process of supporting and encouraging individuals to return to the true path of Jainism.
**6. Vatsalya (Affection)**
The characteristic of affection is:
* **Showing compassion to those who are suffering:** It involves extending kindness and support to those who are struggling, especially those who are devoted to Jainism.
Therefore, affection is a manifestation of love and care for all beings, particularly those who are striving for spiritual liberation.