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## Translation:
**Verse 79**
This verse explains that sound is synonymous with the pudgala dravya. It states that sound is a specific type of sound that is perceived by the ear and is characterized by its origin from the skandhas.
The skandhas are formed by the aggregation of an infinite number of paramanus (atoms). When these skandhas come into contact with each other, sound is produced. This sound is a specific type of sound that arises from the interaction of the skandhas.
There are two types of skandhas:
1. **Internal skandhas:** These are subtle and are the fundamental cause of sound. They are constantly present in the world.
2. **External skandhas:** These are gross and are the external causes of sound. Examples include the movement of the tongue and lips, the striking of a bell, the blowing of wind, and the rumbling of clouds. These skandhas are not always present, but only when the necessary conditions are met.
Sound is a specific type of sound that is produced by the interaction of the skandhas. It is not a property of space or a quality of space. If it were a quality of space, it would not be perceived by the ear because space is formless.
There are two types of sound:
1. **Pragmatic sound:** This is sound that is produced by human beings or other beings.
2. **Vaisrasik sound:** This is sound that is produced by natural phenomena, such as the wind, rain, or thunder.
Sound can also be classified as:
1. **Akshara sound:** This is sound that is made up of letters and is used in languages like Sanskrit and Prakrit.
2. **Anakshara sound:** This is sound that is not made up of letters and includes sounds like the sounds of the senses and divine sounds.
The verse concludes by stating that all of this is to be rejected, and that the true nature of the self is to be embraced.
**Anvaya:**
Sound is produced from the skandhas. The skandhas are formed by the aggregation of an infinite number of paramanus. When these skandhas come into contact with each other, sound is produced. This sound is a specific type of sound that arises from the interaction of the skandhas.
**General Meaning:**
This verse explains that sound is synonymous with the pudgala dravya. It states that sound is a specific type of sound that is perceived by the ear and is characterized by its origin from the skandhas.
**Specific Meaning:**
The verse explains that there are two types of skandhas: internal and external. Internal skandhas are subtle and are the fundamental cause of sound. External skandhas are gross and are the external causes of sound. The verse also explains that there are two types of sound: pragmatic and vaisrasik. Pragmatic sound is produced by human beings or other beings, while vaisrasik sound is produced by natural phenomena. The verse concludes by stating that all of this is to be rejected, and that the true nature of the self is to be embraced.