Jainism Eternal and Universal Path for Enlightenment

Author(s): Narendra Bhandari
Publisher: Research Institute of Scientific Secrets from Indian Oriental Scriptures Ahmedabad

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irrelevant now because physics deals with these problems in a different manner and is able to get to determine the nature of matter using various theoretical and experimental approaches.
Anekintvidor multifacedness describes the ultimate reality. The principle of Sy dvd states that every attribute is contextual and only partly true (Chapter 3). The uncertainty about complete understanding of the true nature of matter, is the only way to describe it and, according to this principle, the most certain statement one can make is that the true nature of things can not be described with certainty. Therefore uncertainty is the only statement which is certian. This principle can be applied to the constituents of the physical universe as well as to Self. Ignoring this fact is falsehood and falsehood binds one to several types of karmas, depending on the motive, but above all, binds to jn ?n ?varniya karma. Brahmacharya
Sexual energy is the main source of physical energy in the body. Brahmacharya implies that sexual energy is used for mental upliftment and physical betterment and requires that it is not wasted in trivial pleasures. In practice, Brahmacharya means non-misuse of sexual energy and avoiding sexual misconduct and lust, which is only one aspect. Actually the whole life style, daily routine and behavior should be consistent with preserving and enhancing the sexual energy to the extent possible. At the extreme level it is equated to celibacy. Abstinence is only the first of these steps. The desire for sex in thought and speech also depletes energy and should be minimised or avoided. Whereas continuous and intense concentration is required for attaining Mokra, any thought of sexual activities or thought acts as a distraction. The argument for observing celibacy is that one requires all the energy at his disposal to attain something as difficult as Mok-a. Brahmacharya should thus be practiced at several levels and in a broad sense all activities of mind and body which result in depletion of energy should be avoided and activities which enhance energy at physical, mental and spiritual levels are recommended.
Indulgence in sexual activities not only depletes the much required energy for attaining Moka, it binds one to Mohaniya karma. Aparigraha and Achorya
Minimising one's requirement is the prime requirement of realizing the transient nature of worldly possessions. Aparigraha and Achorya are the two sides of the