shankra charya


FeatureShankara's ObjectionJain Monk Argument
Anekantavada (Many-sided Reality)Contradictory attributes cannot logically exist in the same object simultaneously.Epistemological Humility/Pluralism: Embraces complexity and multiple truths, promoting tolerance and reducing conflict by avoiding absolutism.
Syadvāda (Conditioned Predication)Leads to indefiniteness and doubt, making reliable knowledge difficult.Offers a framework to navigate complex truths, allowing for a more nuanced understanding of reality without falling into nihilism.
Role of KarmaQuestioned the practical implications of karma when reality is indeterminate.Self-Responsibility and Free Will: Emphasizes personal responsibility for liberation, placing the effort for transformation on the individual.
Practicality of DoctrineThe absence of a divine administrator (God) makes the system "atheistic" and less coherent.Action-oriented Ethics: Provides clear ethical guidelines (mahavratas) for non-violence and non-attachment, addressing real-world suffering and conflict.
Purposeful Action in DoctrineQuestioned how followers could act purposefully with an indeterminate doctrine.Promotes clear ethical actions that focus on compassion, non-violence (ahimsa), and self-discipline as the means to achieve liberation.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Why do we use "Muni Sree 108" "Shree 1008 Mahavira" in Jainism

1008 denotes : * 1008 shubh (auspicious) marks on the divine body of a Tirthankar. such as sun, moon, srivatsa, lotus etc * Tirthankar is said to have 1008 names (Veetaraag, Devaadhidev, Jineshwar, Kewali etc). Belief is that Indra worshiped Tirthankaras by 1008 names (Like in Hinduism Shiva, Lakshmi, Ganesh and Vishnu ar e said to have 1008 names each based on SahasraPuranas) * There are 1008 petals in the lotus erected by Devendra in the Samavasaran of a Tirthankar. * Tirthankars have 1008 good attributes such as infinite power, infinite knowledge etc. * In 1008, number 1 represents pure soul , 8 represents the eight karamas and 00 in between represent an infinite distance between the two (pure soul and karamas). * 1008 represents symbol of respect. When they say "Tirthankar Shree 1008 Mahavria" - it means Sree-sree-sree 1008 times vandana. 108 denotes: * The total number of ways of Karma influx (Aasrav). 4 Kashays (anger, pride, conceit, greed) x 3 karanas (mind, speech, b...
Read more

Similarities in Baylon Sumerian and Jain Cosmology (Nebu & Adinath Tirthankar)

Image
Adinath (Rishab deva) is first tirthankara’s of Jains. He is refered in Riga Vedas (~1500BC) Aryan Hindu Vedas. One could derive hints of Adinath’s father in Sumerian/ Bablyon’s texts that is dated 3150BCE-2686BCE. There are several similarities that could be established in Babylon gods & goddesses to Jain Cosmology as well. Its important to note that Sumerian inscriptions may reflect that he was worshiped in 3150BCE, validating that Adinath (Rishab deva) was born much long ago in ancient times. Sumerian Jainism Notes Nabi/ Nabu/nebo & Marduc - parent  were & worshiped as gods, Nabhi was father of first tirthankar Adinath. Mother name was marudevi. Adinath set the foundation of Ikshvaku vansh in India Nabu crescent moon god, Nabu the warrior Nabu was son of Marduk, was oracle, taught writing, God Nabu/ Nabi arrived to that region, created humans in a lab Nabhi was not...
Read more

Hunas gupta empire, and ashoka impalements of ajivikas

Buddha texts describe ashoka implement of ajivikas to protect buddhist karma theory & ajivikas spreading niyati  theory that karma has no effect. The influence of Hun (or Huna ) warriors on India, particularly on the Jains , is an interesting aspect of early medieval Indian history. Here's a concise summary focusing on how the arrival and actions of the Huns affected the Jain community and Jainism as a whole: ⚔️ Who Were the Hunas? The Hun warriors , often referred to as the Hunas in Indian sources, were Central Asian nomadic tribes who invaded northern India around the 5th to 6th centuries CE . Their most notorious leader was Toramana and his son Mihirakula , both of whom had significant impact on the Indian subcontinent, especially during the decline of the Gupta Empire . 🛕 Influence on India (General) The Hunas disrupted the Gupta Empire , which had been a strong patron of both Hinduism and Jainism . Their invasions led to widespread d...
Read more