Satkaryavada: Parinamavada vs Vivartavada
Simple Narration
Satkaryavada means the effect exists in its cause. It is interpreted in two ways: Parinamavada (real transformation) and Vivartavada (apparent transformation).
Diagram Representation
Parinamavada
Example: Milk becomes Curd.
Cause transforms into a new form.
Vivartavada
Example: Rope appears as Snake.
Cause remains unchanged; effect is an illusion.
Comparison Chart
Feature | Parinamavada | Vivartavada |
---|---|---|
Nature of Change | Real Transformation | Apparent Transformation |
Cause | Changes into effect | Remains unchanged |
Example | Milk to Curd | Rope appears as Snake |
School | Samkhya, Yoga | Advaita Vedanta |
Key Philosopher | Kapila, Patanjali | Adi Shankaracharya |
Scriptural Reference | Samkhya Karika | Advaita commentaries |
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