Kala Dravya: 1 definition
Introduction:
Kala Dravya 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: Atma Dharma: Principles of JainismTime Substance; That which is a passive cause in the function of self-functioning substances; such as soul, matter, etc., is called the (real) time substance. For example - An iron axle in the revolving wheel of the potter.
How many kinds of time substance are there?
It is of two kinds:-
- Real Time (Nishchaya Kala)
- Conventional Time (Vyavahara Kala)
Why is the time substance not an astikaya?
The 'kalanu' real time substance has only one spatial unit, hence it is not an astikaya.
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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Partial matches: Dravya, Kala.
Full-text: Kala.
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Search found 1 books and stories containing Kala Dravya; (plurals include: Kala Dravyas). 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 5.40 - The extent of the conventional time (vyavahāra-kāla) < [Chapter 5 - The Non-living Substances]
Verse 5.22 - The functions of time (kāla) < [Chapter 5 - The Non-living Substances]