Significance of Tiryanc
In Jainism, Tiryanc is a classification of beings that encompasses both Sanjnin and Asanjnin categories. It includes various forms of life, categorized as Paryapta and Aparyapta. The classifications highlight diverse beings such as Jalacara (water-dwelling), Sthalacara (land-dwelling), and others like Catushpada, Ekakhura, and Dvikhura, among several others. Each type of Tiryanc reflects different characteristics and modes of existence within the Jain philosophical framework.
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Jain concept of 'Tiryanc'
In Jainism, Tiryanc signifies a classification of sentient beings, encompassing Sanjnin and Asanjnin categories, which further divides into Paryapta and Aparyapta. It includes various forms like Jalacara and Sthalacara, illustrating diverse life manifestations.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) A classification of beings that includes Sanjnin and Asanjnin; Paryapta and Aparyapta categories characterized by different forms such as Jalacara, Sthalacara, Catushpada, Ekakhura, Dvikhura, Gandipada, Sanakhapada, Parisarpa, Urahparisarpa, Bhujaparisarpa, and Khecara.[1]