Table of Contents
What is moksha and why is it important?
Moksha is the end of the death and rebirth cycle and is classed as the fourth and ultimate artha (goal). It is the transcendence of all arthas. It is achieved by overcoming ignorance and desires. It is a paradox in the sense that overcoming desires also includes overcoming the desire for moksha itself.
What is the idea of moksha?
moksha, also spelled mokṣa, also called mukti, in Indian philosophy and religion, liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth (samsara). This concept of liberation or release is shared by a wide spectrum of religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
How the moksha is explained in Jaina philosophy?
In Jainism, moksha is the highest and the noblest objective that a soul should strive to achieve. In fact, it is the only objective that a person should have; other objectives are contrary to the true nature of soul. With the right view, knowledge and efforts all souls can attain this state.
What is moksha (mokkha)?
Moksha or mokkha (as it is called in Prakrit, the language of Jain texts) is the ultimate aim of human life. In fact, as per Jainism, it is the only aim of human life worth having. All other aims are subservient to it. Once the soul achieves nirvana (salvation), it attains its true and pristine nature of bliss.
What is the relationship between death and moksha?
Death is a key part of this cycle and is treated with specific importance. Death is the last samsara (cycle of life) referred to as the ‘last sacrifice’. Moksha is the end of the death and rebirth cycle and is classed as the fourth and ultimate artha (goal). It is the transcendence of all arthas.
What is more important moksha or Purushartha?
Each is equally important. But moksha is the ultimate ideal of human life (purushartha). If one attains Moksha, one is set free from the eternal cycle of birth and rebirth. It is therefore imperative for all human beings to try and achieve moksha.
What is the difference between Moksha and Kaivalya?
While some view moksha as liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth altogether, others view moksha more generally as liberation from suffering during life on earth, leading to a life of perfect bliss. Some even use an alternate name to refer to moksha such as kaivalya.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8PF5PKFCys