Atmapradesha, Ātmapradeśa, Atma-pradesha: 1 definition
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Atmapradesha 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 Ātmapradeśa can be transliterated into English as Atmapradesa or Atmapradesha, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Jainism
General definition (in Jainism)
Source: Encyclopedia of Jainism: Tattvartha SutraĀtmapradeśa (आत्मप्रदेश, “soul-points”).—What is meant by space-points of soul? The space occupied by the soul is called its space-points (ātma-pradeśa).
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: Pradesha, Atman.
Full-text: Ahsrava.
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