Book Title: ISJS Jainism Study Notes E5 Vol 04
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of aura. The cause and effect relation between leshyas and colors is reciprocal. In other words, just as any change in lesyas would result in the change in the color of aura, the change in the aura by the influence of the colors of the external environment would also bring about a change in the lesya. This principle has been utilized in leshya-dhyana employing the "perception of the psychic colors" to transform the malevolent leshya into benevolent ones.
In view of its implications for behavior modification, the cause and effect relation between leshyas and colors of the aura is a subject needing further research.
5. Conclusions
Leshya mediates between the psychic and physical domains of the living beings and constitutes an important determinant of their behavior. Transformation of Leshya from inauspicious (black, blue and grey) to auspicious (red, yellow and white) ones can be brought about by practices directed towards self-realization and soul purification as recommended in the Jain philosophy and way of life. In particular, regular study of scriptures, contemplations on the natural attributes of the pure soul, practice of virtuous meditation, daily introspection of one's activities and repentance of wrong doings are very helpful in bringing out the innate goodness in human behavior. These methods will enhance development of emotional control, self-restraint, tolerance, equanimity, non-violence and compassion as natural personality traits and could be effective in meeting the present challenges. In view of the great relevance of applications of leshya transmutation for enhancing personal and social well being, comprehensive and systematic research to study the correlations between the behavioral, spiritual and scientific aspects of leshya are warranted.
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