Key Details on the Five Koshas/Bodies:
- Annamaya Kosha (Physical Body): The material, physical body made of food, which is left behind at death.
- Pranamaya Kosha (Energy Body): The energy, or "prana" body, which helps in the flow of life force.
- Manomaya Kosha (Mental Body): The mental, or "thought" body, which consists of emotions, feelings, and thoughts.
- Vijnanamaya Kosha (Intuitive/Etheric Body): The non-physical, yet related to the physical, "intelligence" or "wisdom" body.
- Anandamaya Kosha (Bliss Body): The innermost, non-physical, "bliss" layer.
Jain Perspectives on the Five Bodies (Sharir):
- Audarik (Physical): The physical body we see, which cannot be liberated without this form.
- Vaikriya (Transformation): A body that can change shape or size, possessed by heavenly/hellish beings.
- Aharaka (Translocation): A special, small body used by some souls to travel long distances.
- Taijasa (Fiery): The body responsible for energy, heat, and digestion, aiding in creating the next life's body.
- Karmana (Karmic/Causal): The body of karmic matter that accompanies the soul to the next life.
Stages of Decomposition (Physical Process):
- Fresh Stage: Begins immediately after heart/brain death.
- Bloat Stage: Gases build up due to bacteria.
- Active Decay: Tissues liquefy.
- Advanced Decay: Body dries out.
- Dry/Remains Stage: Only bones and hair remain.
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