With reference to the epistemological frameworks of Jaina philosophy, what is the precise conceptual definition and connection between Anekantavada and Syadvada?

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Anekantavada asserts that reality is infinitely complex and possesses multiple aspects (non-absolutism). Because human knowledge is partial, no single viewpoint can capture the whole truth. Syadvada (the doctrine of perhaps or relativity) is the logical application of this truth, using the Saptabhangi Naya or sevenfold conditional predications to ensure statements avoid dogmatic absolute assertions.

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