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JAIN THEORY OF FORMAL LOGIC. the logical terms in question are in contravention to the too common acceptation and uses of the same. But common is the common place and being too common would not diminish the weight and gravity of our philosophy. We walk straight along the lines of Riju-sutra (ऋजु सूत्र) and interpret and explain things both as they are and appear instead of wrangling and beating about the bush. In our empirical life and thought, we indeed admit Perception as the direct and In ference as the indirect means of knowledge. But, however, to meet you on your grounds;First,-You hold that direct Perception
Summary of ( 921a ) in the common acceptation of the
the Hypoterm is the one and only means of knowledge and that the so-called In ference (agaia) being not possible according to your view is not to be recognised as valid knowledge.
Now, do you or do you not adduce any proof in support of your contention? If you The Chardo not, your assertions would be but ipse Dilemma. dixit and none will care to listen to you. On the other hand, if you adduce proof, yours would be a suicidal procedure making yourself
thesis.
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