what is my purpose in life

According to Jain philosophy, the fundamental purpose of life is to attain mokṣa, or liberation, which is the soul's release from the cycle of birth and death (saṃsāra). This is achieved by purifying the soul from accumulated karmas, which obscure its true nature of infinite knowledge, perception, bliss, and energy. The path to liberation involves practicing the three jewels: samyak darśana (right faith), samyak jñāna (right knowledge), and samyak cāritra (right conduct). By following ethical principles such as non-violence (ahiṃsā), truthfulness (satya), non-stealing (asteya), celibacy (brahmacharya), and non-possession (aparigraha), one gradually sheds karmic particles. The ultimate goal is to become a Siddha, a liberated soul free from all passions and karmic bonds, residing in eternal bliss and knowledge. Thus, life’s purpose is spiritual purification and self-realization, transcending material existence.