Primer of Jain Principles

Author(s): Kirit Gosalia
Publisher: Kirit Gosalia

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100. When does perception (Darshan) occur?
The soul obtains knowledge of an object. Prior to the knowledge, the perception occurs in the soul. In mundane soul the knowledge (Gnan) does not occur without perception. (Darshan). To the omniscient lord, the perception and knowledge occur together.
101. What is vision perception (Chakshu darshan)?
In cognitive knowledge involving the eyes (Netra janya mati gnan), the perception occurring - ordinary impression, which occurs prior to the knowledge, is called vision perception (Chakshu darshan).
102. What is the non-vision perception (Achakshu darshan)?
There are five senses plus mind. Non-vision encompasses all the senses and mind except for eyes. The perception - the ordinary impression- occuring in these senses, prior to the knowledge is called non-vision perception (achakshu darshan).
103.
What is the clairvoyance perception (Avadhi darshan)?
In clairvoyance, the ordinary perception - ordinary impression- which occurs prior to the knowledge, is called clairvoyance perception (Avadhi darshan).
104. What is the omniscience perception (Keval darshan)?
In the omniscience, the perception occurring with knowledge is called omniscience perception (keval darshan).
105.
What is the right belief' attribute of the soul (Shradhdha guna)?
The pure attribute of the soul in which one now has conviction (Yatharth pratiti) of the perfect soul (Sudhdha atma) is called the right belief attribute (Shradhdha guna) of the soul.
106.
What is a 'right conduct' attribute (Charitra guna) of the soul?
When the cessation of external and internal impure activities of the soul occurs, then the soul becomes purified. The reason for this purity is the right conduct attribute of the soul.