Anuttarasura: 1 definition
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Anuttarasura 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.
In Jainism
General definition (in Jainism)
Source: Wisdom Library: JainismAnuttarasura (अनुत्तरसुर) refers to a subclass of the Kalpātīta gods, according to Jain cosmological texts in both the Śvetāmbara and Digambara tradition. The Kalpātīta (those born beyond heavens) represent a sub-species of the Vaimānika gods, which in turn represents the fourth main classification of devas (gods).
The Graiveyakas are further divided into nine different species:
- Vijaya,
- Vaijayanta,
- Jayanta,
- Aparājita,
- Sarvārthasiddha (or, Sarvarthasiddhi).
All these five species have true belief. They are only on the 4th guṇasthāna and bind karman only possible on that stage.
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)
Full-text: Sarvarthasiddha, Vaijayanta, Jayanta, Aparajita, Kalpatita, Vijaya.
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