Related:: [[Loka]] # Kappa (Eon, Cycles of the Universe) ![[MN85 Bodhirājakumārasutta#^tevijja]] ## Cycles of the Universe (Saṁvaṭṭa & vivaṭṭa) > [!tldr] (by Vilas) > - Saṁvaṭṭa — going around > - Vivaṭṭati — not going around #### Explanation by ChatGPT The Pali term **"Saṁvaṭṭavivaṭṭaṁ"** refers to the cyclical process of the universe's formation and dissolution in Buddhist cosmology. It is composed of two parts: 1. **Saṁvaṭṭa** (or **Saṁvaṭṭati**) - This term refers to the period of contraction or dissolution when the world or universe is destroyed. It is a phase where the existing world system comes to an end. 2. **Vivaṭṭa** (or **Vivaṭṭati**) - This term denotes the period of expansion or re-formation when the world or universe is re-created. It represents the phase where a new world system emerges after the dissolution. Together, "Saṁvaṭṭavivaṭṭaṁ" encapsulates the entire cycle of cosmic destruction and re-creation, a concept that reflects the impermanent and cyclical nature of all phenomena in Buddhist thought. This cycle is not seen as a one-time event but as a continuous process that has occurred countless times and will continue to occur. ## Suttas ![[Suttas#Cosmology / Metaphysics / Nature of the world]]