7 views? (moral, reject, beliefs, followers, evolution)

[Comet]

I was reading a book and it briefly mentioned something about the 7 different aspects or views of everything in one of the Jainism branches. Can somebody explain to me what that is or give me the name of a book, etc.... to find out about this. I've been meaning to find out, but have had other things take priority lately.

Thanks

[qwert18]

i'd like to know the answer to this question too. thanks for asking.

[Comet]

Originally Posted by qwert18

i'd like to know the answer to this question too. thanks for asking.

Hey, thanks for the reminder..... indeed. Any Jains out there???????????

[Aupmanyav]

Why don't you people at least have a look at Wikipedia? I am not a Jain, but as a Hindu, respect Jain Philosophy and love Mahaveera as a revolutionary. Actually more than Jains, Hindus are true followers of Anekantavada, that is why our books say, 'Eko Sad, Vipra Bahudha Vadanti' (Truth is one, well-meaning people describe it variously). Here is what I found on Anekantavada (many views):

"Anekantavada is a basic principle of Jainism developed by Mahavira (599-527 BC) positing that reality is perceived differently from different points of view, and that no single point of view is completely true. Jain doctrine states that only Kevalis, those who have infinite knowledge, can know the true answer, and that all others would only know a part of the answer. Anekantavada is related to the Western philosophical doctrine of Subjectivism.

'Ekanta' is one-sidedness. Anekantavada is literally the doctrine of non-onesidedness; it is often translated as "non-absolutism".

Anekantvada encourages its adherents to consider others views or beliefs. They should not reject a view simply because it uses a different perspective. They should consider the fact there may be truth in others' views too.

Many proponents of Anekantvada apply the principle to religion and philosophy themselves, reminding adherents that any religion or philosophy, even Jainism, that clings too dogmatically to its own tenets is committing an error based on its limited point of view. In this application, Anekantvada resembles the Western principles of cultural and moral relativism."

[Comet]

Originally Posted by Aupmanyav

Why don't you people at least have a look at Wikipedia? I am not a Jain, but as a Hindu, respect Jain Philosophy and love Mahaveera as a revolutionary. Actually more than Jains, Hindus are true followers of Anekantavada, that is why our books say, 'Eko Sad, Vipra Bahudha Vadanti' (Truth is one, well-meaning people describe it variously). Here is what I found on Anekantavada (many views):

"Anekantavada is a basic principle of Jainism developed by Mahavira (599-527 BC) positing that reality is perceived differently from different points of view, and that no single point of view is completely true. Jain doctrine states that only Kevalis, those who have infinite knowledge, can know the true answer, and that all others would only know a part of the answer. Anekantavada is related to the Western philosophical doctrine of Subjectivism.

'Ekanta' is one-sidedness. Anekantavada is literally the doctrine of non-onesidedness; it is often translated as "non-absolutism".

Anekantvada encourages its adherents to consider others views or beliefs. They should not reject a view simply because it uses a different perspective. They should consider the fact there may be truth in others' views too.

Many proponents of Anekantvada apply the principle to religion and philosophy themselves, reminding adherents that any religion or philosophy, even Jainism, that clings too dogmatically to its own tenets is committing an error based on its limited point of view. In this application, Anekantvada resembles the Western principles of cultural and moral relativism."

I thank you for your answer, but I am looking for those that hold this to be true to the belief of Jainism to answer. I can look at any book or website, but to speak to another whose way this is....well, it can make a world of difference.

As this isn't a debate, I'll refrain from commenting further on your post. Thank you though

[Aupmanyav]

I too wish there were a few Jains around.