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.... ĀTMĀ
The Self....
cycle is only of 21,000 years each. Today we live in the 2521st year (1995 A.D.) of the 5th section, of lowest diminishing bodies and life spans.
Modern science and scientists have conducted and are involved in deep research of all kinds. Recently within decades new theories are replacing old ones; more the scientific knowledge advances more the Jaina teachings will be proved.
Science and research are utilized mainly for material benefits, leading to exploitation, instruments for mass destruction of men and material and slow but sure deterioration in environment of the earth. All bodily functions, limbs, senses, etc. are directed by brain (mind). The mind is under the Soul's command. Once the soul leaves the body, all that remains is dead and useless, but medical science has proved that by transplantation of organs including that of brain in a body with Soul, they restart their respiratory functions. Soul and body are separate distinct identities, the one is immortal, only the Soul can achieve the highest Spiritual Zenith.
If they, the Scientific Researchers change their directions to the studies of Soul and body, immortality of Soul, its power, control over mind and desires and the spiritual side, it would be a magnificent gift to mankind, perhaps to all living beings in this era of hatred, violence and distrust.
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