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General definition (in Jainism)

Source: archive.org: Jaina Yoga

Sthitikaraṇa (स्थितिकरण) refers to “strengthening in the faith” and represents an aspect of samyaktva (right belief) classified under the aṅga heading, according to various Jain authors (e.g., Pūjyapāda, Samantabhadra, Cāmuṇḍarāya, Somadeva and Amṛtacandra). Samantabhadra, in his Ratna-Karaṇḍa-śrāvakācāra (V1.16) defines sthiti-karaṇa as the reaffirmation in the faith, by intelligent men full of vātsalya, of those who are lapsing from right views and right conduct, whether their wavering is due to a faulty acquaintance with the creed or to external causes. This aṅga is virtually equivalent to the sthairya-bhūṣaṇa of Hemacandra.

Source: HereNow4U: Social Implication of Enlightened World View

Sthitikaraṇa (स्थितिकरण) or Sthirīkaraṇa refers to “sustaining souls in right convictions” and represents one of the eight aṅgas (requirements), needed for attaining the right faith. Firm belief in ones goal is the basic milestone for attaining that goal. Unwavering faith only can work like a miracle because firm faith leads to personal commitment for achieving that goal and gives us boldness to face the challenges incoming while proceeding towards the aimed goal.

The sixth limb (aṅga) is called sthitikaraṇa, promoting stability. The steadiness of mind on the right path is very challenging virtue of an individual. Life is not a straight road. Ups and downs come across each and every person's life. The steadiness of mind on the voluntarily accepted path with complete dedication is an essential quality for achieving any determined goal in any union. Sthirīkaraṇa act like a hard nut protective shield to such negative forces. Each time whenever unfavorable situation occurs, it develops the resistance power in thoughts to fight and defeat the attacking enemies. On the other hand, it nourishes the values to be strong enough and unshakable in any kind of emotional or mental hurricane.

Source: Encyclopedia of Jainism: Tattvartha Sutra 7: The Five Vows

Sthitikaraṇa (स्थितिकरण) refers to “steadfastness of faith” and represents one of the eight limbs of samyagdṛṣṭi (“right faith”) according to the 2nd-century Tattvārthasūtra 7.23.

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Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.

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Partial matches: Sthiti, Karana.

Full-text: Sthirikarana, Samyagdrishti.

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