Jain Philosophy and Modern Science

SR No.: 011010
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Nagrajmuni
Publisher: Anuvrat Samiti
Publication Year: 1959
Total Pages: 234
Language: English
Classification: Book_English
File Size: 8 MB

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ESSENCE OF SOUL
On the basis of the above mentioned observations it can be said without doubt, that in its progressive development on the point of existence of soul, philosophy and science are coming nearer to each other Science is getting inclined towards philosophy This union of science and philosophy opens a new era in the history of the world Where on the one hand in the social set up, there is an indifference towards the spiritual aspects of life, on the other hand the belief regarding rebirth is reaffirmed so much that, it will get its proper place in any type of set up. Just in the same manner in which it had been recognised by Indian culture and traditions from time immemorial. Indian philosophers have proved that the ultimate aim of life is to achieve truth, goodness, beauty and salvation Whether one is a monk or a laymen, his manner of life should be such that it may lead him to the attainment of that goal. With the incorporation of such a decision within science, tre Marxist school of thought, which supports only the worldly side of life automatically crumbles down This does not mean, that the slogan of equality etc come to an end in this world; or that the economical aspects of life disappear altogether It only means that man cannot pin up his faith to violence to reach his goal of equality. In the same way, modern poltics, modern social organisations and all the other modern isms and counter-isms will necessarily undergo a basic change when they will be measured by the new scales of modern science
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