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## Trivarnika Achar: Four Stages of Meditation
**Trivarnika Achar** describes four stages of meditation that lead to liberation (moksha). These stages are:
1. **Pruthaktva Vitarka Vichar:** This stage involves contemplation of different scriptures and their meanings. It is characterized by a constant flow of thoughts and ideas.
2. **Ekatva Vitarka Avichar:** This stage involves a single, unwavering focus on a specific scripture or concept. The mind remains steady and free from distractions.
3. **Sookshma Kriya Pratipati:** This stage involves focusing on subtle actions of the mind, speech, and body. It is achieved by gradually refining these actions until they become extremely subtle. This stage is associated with the 13th Gunasthan (stage of spiritual development) and is practiced by those who are nearing liberation.
4. **Vyuparat Kriya Nivritti:** This stage involves complete cessation of all actions, both physical and mental. It is achieved by a complete detachment from all attachments and desires. This stage is associated with the 14th Gunasthan and is the final stage before liberation.
The meaning of these stages is clear from their names.
**Note:** The terms "Gunasthan," "Aasrav," and "Avyuparat" are specific to Jainism and refer to stages of spiritual development, karmic attachments, and the state of being free from karmic attachments, respectively.