Significance of Six Substances

Six Substances in Jainism represents both a philosophical framework and a classification of fundamental materials. It includes six essential elements: soul (jiva), matter (pudgala), medium of motion (dharma), medium of rest (adharma), space (akasha), and time (kala). This concept emphasizes that soul and worldly elements are eternal and can coexist without losing their distinct characteristics. Additionally, the term relates to elements perceived in rituals, symbolizing various spiritual truths within Jain teachings.

Synonyms: Six elements, Six components

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