The Six Substances: Jiva
An Interactive Study Guide for Section B.4
Jain Reality & The Six Substances
Jainism states the universe is eternal, made of six fundamental substances (Shad Dravya). Reality itself is a combination of constant change and permanence.
The Three Pronouncements (Tripadi)
"Uppannei vä, Vigamei vä, Dhuvei vä"
Appearance, Disappearance, and Permanence
The Six Universal Substances (Shad Dravya)
Jiva
(Living / Soul)
Pudgalästikäy
(Matter)
Dharmästikäy
(Medium of Motion)
Adharmästikäy
(Medium of Rest)
Äkäshästikäy
(Space)
Käl
(Time)