Mantrashala, Mantraśālā, Mantra-shala: 1 definition
Introduction:
Mantrashala means something in Jainism, Prakrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
The Sanskrit term Mantraśālā can be transliterated into English as Mantrasala or Mantrashala, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Jainism
General definition (in Jainism)
Source: Wisdom Library: JainismMantraśālā (मन्त्रशाला) refers to a type of apartment found in the mansions of the cities of the Mahoraga class of vyantara Gods (devas), according to Jain cosmological texts, such as the Tiloyapannatti.
Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Shala, Mantra, Cala.
Full-text: Mahoraga.
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