Rujakranta, Ruja-akranta, Գٲ: 1 definition
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Rujakranta means something in Jainism, Prakrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
In Jainism
General definition (in Jainism)
: The University of Sydney: A study of the Twelve ReflectionsԳٲ (रुजाक्रान्�) refers to �(being) overcome by disease�, according to the 11th century Jñānārṇava, a treatise on Jain Yoga in roughly 2200 Sanskrit verses composed by Śubhacandra.—Accordingly, “You must understand that the body is overcome by disease (Գٲ), youth is overcome by old age, vitality is oppressed by decay and life is oppressed by death�.
Synonyms: Rogavyāpta.

Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance�) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Ruja, Akranta.
Full-text: Ruja, Akranta, Rogavyapta.
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