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A Glimpse of Medical Recipes of the Jainas

A Glimpse of Medical Recipes of the Jainas by J. C. Sikdar recounts how Jain scholars contributed to India’s Ayurvedic tradition. Early Jain monastic rules discouraged medicine because preparing…

February - 1990Vol. 14pp. 1–6

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Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology

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Indian Atomism

By J. C. Sikdar

In ‘Indian Atomism’ J.C. Sikdar surveys concepts of atomic structure; motion and combination found in various Indian philosophical schools; comparing them with principles of modern physics. The…

January - 1989Vol. 23 · No. 3pp. 90–106

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Indian Atomism Part II

By J. C. Sikdar

The second part of J.C. Sikdar’s study “Indian Atomism” situates the Jaina conception of the atom (paramāṇu) within a broader spectrum of Indian and Greco‑Western theories of matter. He first…

October - 1988Vol. 23 · No. 2pp. 60–73

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Indian Atomism

By J. C. Sikdar

This article surveys the development of atomic theories in Indian philosophy with particular attention to the distinctive features of Jaina atomism. It explains that in Indian thought the physical…

July - 1988Vol. 23 · No. 1pp. 23–33

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Vol. 22 · No. 3

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Indian Concepts of Matter

By J. C. Sikdar

The article "Indian Concepts of Matter" by J.C. Sikdar explores how different Indian philosophical schools conceptualize matter. Starting with the early doctrine of five elements (earth, water, fire,…

Jan - 1988Vol. 22 · No. 3pp. 75–86

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Some Secret Formulae of Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in the Suvarna-Raupya-Siddhi-Sastra

By J. C. Sikdar

In 'Some Secret Formulae of Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in the Suvarṇa‑Raupya‑Siddhi‑Śāstra,' the author deciphers coded verses from a Jain alchemical text that describes processes for converting base…

Oct - 1987Vol. 22 · No. 2pp. 60–69

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Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in Suvarna‑Raupya‑Siddhi‑Sastra of Sri Jinadatta Suri (V.S. 1210)

By J. C. Sikdar

The article "Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in Suvarna‑Raupya‑Siddhi‑Śāstra of Sri Jinadatta Suri (V.S. 1210)" by J. C. Sikdar investigates the rich but often overlooked tradition of alchemical practices…

July - 1987Vol. 22 · No. 1pp. 23–32

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Eclipses of the Sun and Moon according to Jaina Astronomy

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar’s article surveys the treatment of eclipses in Jain astronomy and compares it with other Indian astronomical schools and modern science. Drawing on Jaina Āgamas and post‑Agamic texts…

Oct - 1985Vol. 20 · No. 2pp. 61–74

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The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Samgha

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar's article, "The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Samgha in the Acatya Periods: Pre-mediaeval, Mediaeval, Pre-modern and Modern," examines the cyclical nature of the…

Oct - 1984Vol. 19 · No. 2pp. 48–53

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The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Sangha in the Acarya Periods

By J. C. Sikdar

J.C. Sikdar’s article “The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Saṅgha in the Ācārya Periods” tackles the complex history of Jain sectarian diversification after the initial schism…

July - 1984Vol. 19 · No. 1pp. 16–21

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Origin and Development of Jaina Sangha

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar’s article examines the early history of the Jain monastic community. It opens with a listing of the twenty‑four Tirthankaras, noting that historical information is scarce for the first…

April 1984 - March 1985Vol. 13 · No. 1-4pp. 111–119

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Vol. 18 · No. 2

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Yatis and Vratyas

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar's article examines the classification, geographical origins, religious practices, and cultural significance of the Vratyas, a distinct group of non-Vedic people in ancient India. The…

Oct - 1983Vol. 18 · No. 2pp. 57–63

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Yatis and Vratyas

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar’s essay “Yatis and Vratyas” explores references to Yatis and Vratyas in Vedic literature and considers their relationship to the later Śramaṇic traditions. The Yatis, ascetics dedicated…

July - 1983Vol. 18 · No. 1pp. 26–33

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Vol. 17 · No. 2

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Vatarasana Munis and Nirgrantha Dharma

By J. C. Sikdar

This essay examines the enigmatic ascetics known as Vatarasana Munis and their relationship to the Jain nirgrantha tradition. Sources in the Rigveda describe these Munis as wandering mendicants who…

Oct - 1982Vol. 17 · No. 2pp. 57–66

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Vol. 15 · No. 3

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The Jaina Concept of Karma

By J. C. Sikdar

In this continuation of his study on the Jaina concept of karma J C Sikdar contrasts Jain views with those of Buddhism and Mimamsa and provides a detailed classification of karmas and their…

Jan - 1981Vol. 15 · No. 3pp. 107–113

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Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology

Vol. XV · No. 2

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The Jaina Concept of Karma

By J. C. Sikdar

Continuing from a previous issue, this article compares the Jaina concept of karma with related notions in Nyaya and Samkhya systems. It identifies raga (attachment), dvesa (aversion) and moha…

Oct - 1980Vol. XV · No. 2pp. 74–78

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The Jaina Concept of Karma

By J. C. Sikdar

This article examines the Jaina conception of karma as both a material and psychological force binding the soul to the cycle of birth and death. Unlike philosophies that treat karma only as a moral…

July 1980Vol. 15 · No. 1pp. 29–33

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The Conception of Reality in Jaina Metaphysics as Revealed in the Works of Ācārya Kundakunda

By J. C. Sikdar

“The Conception of Reality in Jaina Metaphysics as Revealed in the Works of Ācārya Kundakunda” provides a philosophical analysis of key Jain metaphysical concepts. It focuses on Kundakunda, a revered…

April 1979 to January 1980Vol. 8 · No. 1-4pp. 50–74

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Vol. 13 · No. 3

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Evolution of Jaina Sangha

By J. C. Sikdar

J. C. Sikdar’s “Evolution of Jaina Sangha” continues his study of how Jain monastic orders (Sanghas, Ganas and Gacchas) adapted to changing environments, socio‑economic conditions and doctrinal…

January 1979Vol. 13 · No. 3pp. 112–118

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Evolution of Jaina Sangha

By J. C. Sikdar

J.C. Sikdar continues his study of the evolution of Jaina monastic orders (sanghas, ganas and gacchas) by examining the ecological and social factors that regulate their geographical distribution.…

Oct - 1978Vol. 13 · No. 2pp. 78–80

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Articles

A Glimpse of Medical Recipes of the Jainas

Indian Atomism

Indian Atomism Part II

Indian Atomism

Indian Concepts of Matter

Some Secret Formulae of Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in the Suvarna-Raupya-Siddhi-Sastra

Jaina Alchemy as Revealed in Suvarna‑Raupya‑Siddhi‑Sastra of Sri Jinadatta Suri (V.S. 1210)

Eclipses of the Sun and Moon according to Jaina Astronomy

The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Samgha

The Problems of the Genesis of Various Schools of Jaina Sangha in the Acarya Periods

Origin and Development of Jaina Sangha

Yatis and Vratyas

Yatis and Vratyas

Vatarasana Munis and Nirgrantha Dharma

The Jaina Concept of Karma

The Jaina Concept of Karma

The Jaina Concept of Karma

The Conception of Reality in Jaina Metaphysics as Revealed in the Works of Ācārya Kundakunda

Evolution of Jaina Sangha

Evolution of Jaina Sangha

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