Bhajyani, Bhājyāni: 1 definition
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Bhajyani 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: Encyclopedia of Jainism: Tattvartha SutraBhājyāni (भाज्यानि).—What is the meaning of bhājyāni? It means an entity which is divisible in parts. according to the 2nd-century Tattvārthasūtra 1.30, “From one up to four kinds (bhājyāni) of knowledge can be possessed simultaneously by a single soul”.
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.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Bhajyani, Bhājyāni; (plurals include: Bhajyanis, Bhājyānis). You can also click to the full overview containing English textual excerpts. Below are direct links for the most relevant articles:
Tattvartha Sutra (with commentary) (by Vijay K. Jain)
Verse 2.43 - Four bodies can be attained simultaneously < [Chapter 2 - Category of the Living]
Verse 1.30 - Knowledge arising from their respective instrumental causes < [Chapter 1 - Right Faith and Knowledge]