-
extension in space).
Dharmastikaya is
formed from the two words:
Dharma &
Astikaya.
Dharma here isn't
referring to religion, but
instead its
referring to...
-
concept of dravya. The
dravya in
Jainism are
fundamental entities,
called astikaya (literally, 'collection that exists'). They are
believed to be eternal...
- (matter) and kala (time). Pudgala, like
other dravyas except kala is
called astikaya in the
sense that it
occupies space.
Pudgala is
derived from the words...
- text is
about five (panch)
āstikāya,
substances that have both characteristics, viz.
existence as well as body. The five
āstikāya mentioned in the text are :—...
-
Chart showing the
classification of
dravya and
astikaya...
- a
substance extends and
pervades entire universe, it is
known as Dharm-
astikaya. It
helps the
matter and
souls in movement. It
itself is not motion, but...
- per
verse 23, the Jiva, pudgala, dharma, adharma, and
akasa are
called astikayas, the
extensibles or conglomerates. The
second part
deals with the seven...
