Karma Vargana
(कर्म वर्गणा)Literal Meaning
The subtle particles of karmic matter
Etymology & Sanskrit Root
'Karma' plus 'vargana' (grouping of like particles); Jainism's distinctive claim that karma is not an abstract moral force but actual, extremely fine physical particles that adhere to the soul.
Spiritual Insight & Context
Because karma is treated as physical matter, it can be literally 'washed off' or 'burned away' through tapas and pure conduct — a feature that sets Jain karma theory apart from other Indian traditions.