________________ Jain Fundamental Beliefs Soul and Karma exist from Eternity. (Universe and all its substances are eternal) Soul is in Mithyatva (Delusion or ignorance and wrong belief) from Eternity Karma is attached to the Soul from Eternity Our Mithyatva (Delusion or Illusion), Kashaya and the intention behind our actions of body, mind, and speech continue to bind us with new Karma. Principle governing the successions of life cycles (Birth, Life, and Death) is Karma. Ultimate goal of life is Liberation from Mithyatva and Kashaya (Vices) which in turn removes all Karma.