Significance of Dushkarma
Dushkarma in Jainism is associated with menial tasks, while in Ayurveda, it signifies bad actions or sins. These negative actions are believed to lead to suffering in this life and potential punishment in the afterlife. Understanding Dushkarma highlights the importance of ethical conduct and the consequences of one's actions within these philosophical frameworks.
Synonyms: Misdeed, Wrongdoing, Transgression, Bad action, Misconduct, Offense, Sin.
In Dutch: Dushkarma; In Finnish: Dushkarma; In Spanish: Karma dush
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Hindu concept of 'Dushkarma'
Dushkarma in Hinduism signifies negative actions or sins that lead to suffering during one's life and enduring punishment in the afterlife, emphasizing the moral consequences of one’s deeds on spiritual well-being.
From: History of Indian Medicine (and Ayurveda)
(1) Bad actions or sins that result in suffering in this life and punishment in the afterlife.[1]
Jain concept of 'Dushkarma'
In Jainism, Dushkarma signifies menial tasks, highlighting the idea that actions deemed lowly or insignificant can still hold meaning within the broader context of one's duties and spiritual practices.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) (दुष्कर्मन्, dushkarman), denotes menial tasks.[2]