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Teachings of Mahāvira
scale of virtues, by which he destroys the karmans resulting from delusion.
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7. Repenting of one's sins before the Guru (Garhā)
By this act, the soul obtains humbleness. He will leave off all blamable occupations and apply himself only to the praiseworthy ones.
8. Moral and intellectual purity of the soul (Samāyika)
This purity enables the soul to refrain from all sinful occupations.
9. Adoration of the twenty-four Finas (Caturviṁśatistava) Through this adoration the soul arrives at the purity of
faith.
10. Paying reverence to the Guru (Vandanā)
It enables the soul to destroy such Karma as leads to birth in low families. He wins the affection of the people and brings about general good-will.
11. Expiation of sins (Pratikramaṇa)
Through expiation of sins the soul obviates transgressions of the vows and thus stops the Asravas or sins.
12. A particular position of the body (Kayotsarga)
Kayotsarga helps the soul get rid of the past and present transgressions which require prayaśchitta (expiatory rites).
13. Self-denial (Pratyākhyāna)
Self-denial enables the soul to close the door against Asravas and to prevent desires from arising in him.
14. Praises and hymns (Stavastutimangala)
Through praises and hymns he obtains wisdom consisting in knowledge, faith, and conduct.
15. Keeping the right time (Kālasya pratzupekshaṇā)
By keeping the right time, he destroys Karma which obstructs right knowledge.
16. Practising penance (Prāyaścittakarana)
By practising penance, he gets rid of sins and commits no transgressions.
17. Begging forgiveness (Kshamapaṇā)
By begging forgiveness, he obtains happiness of mind. 18. Study (Sadhyaya)
