Punya and Paap Karma

Author(s): Pravin K Shah
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee

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Jain Karma Theory
Both Dravya Karma and No-karma are Nimitta causes (catalytic agents) of Bhava Karma
Bhava Karma is the nimitta cause of new Dravya Karma which attach to the soul.
In this process No-karma are not being affected. They are just present in their own state.
Both Dravya Karma and Bhava Karma follow Nimitta Naimittic Relationship