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reality as permanence in the midst of appearance and disappearance. The Jain definition of substance as possessing both qualities and modes is significant. The modifications refer to the various forms that a substance can take. The function of philosophy is to reconcile the contradictory aspects of reality.
6. Universe is governed by its own laws. It is remarkable that laws of Quantum mechanics are not deterministic laws. They lead to probabilistic description of nature. This view has philosophical implications.
7. It has been rightly observed that 'Quantum and relativity theories have extended the applicability of Jain relativism from philosophical to physical phenomena. Perhaps Jain concepts can throw new light on the problem of wave particle duality. The problem can be solved by saying that light can be wave or particle or both and its true nature can never be understood completely unless we take in to account all its aspects. Jainism does not go against empirical data. It is through experience that we can discover relation between an object and its modes. This is perhaps the most interesting aspect of Jain-approach.
The multi dimensional vision of Jain theory is in accordance with the rational perspectives of modern science Jain metaphysics give widest possible indulgence to every conceivable theory. Our conclusion requires us to bring together Jainism and Quantum mechanics. It is to the credit of Jainism that it has given to the world the science of Anekantavada which has greatly enriched philosophy. There is deep wisdom in each and every aspect of Jaina philosophy which must be observed. Further researches of Jain metaphysics in the light of modern science may prove to be illuminating. In my opinion, relation between Jain Syadvada conditional dialectic and principle of . complementarity may be further explored by scholars to study real world in its completeness which may prove to be fruitful. Philosophers and scientists both are concerned with attainment of truth. Possibly the mysteries of the universe can be unlocked by bridging the gulf between science and religion. Jain philosophy is related to physics but it goes beyond physics. Further research needs to be done in this field.
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Heisenberg; 'Physics ad Philosophy', p. 161. Quoted from Micro cosmology Introduction by J. Zaveri, Jain Vishva Bharati Institute, Ladnun, 1982, p. 61.
Kundakunda 'Panastikayasara, introduction', p. ixxiv Chakravarti and Upadhyaya, Bhartiya Jnanpeeth, 2007.
'Uttaradhyayana Sutra', xxvii 6, 7, Tr. By Jacobi.
"Tattvarth Sutra', 5-22.
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S. Mukherji, 'Jaina Philosophy of non-Absolutism'.
