In Jainism, "Abhavi Jeev" refers to souls that are currently incapable of attaining liberation (moksha) in the present cycle of time or in their current spiritual state. The word "Abhavi" means "incapable" or "unfit," and "Jeev" means "soul" or "living being."

What happens to Abhavi Jeev?

According to Jain philosophy:

• Continuous Cycle of Birth and Death: Abhavi Jeev continue to wander in the cycle of samsara (birth, death, and rebirth) because their karmic bondage is such that they lack the spiritual capability or opportunity to achieve liberation at this stage.
• Accumulation and Shedding of Karma: They accumulate and shed karma just like any other soul, but due to their strong delusion (moha) and lack of spiritual development, they do not progress towards right faith (samyak darshan), right knowledge (samyak jnan), and right conduct (samyak charitra), which are necessary for liberation.
• Change is Possible: The status of being "abhavi" is not necessarily permanent. Over countless births, through the influence of spiritual guidance, right association, and personal effort, an abhavi jeev may eventually become "bhavi" (capable of liberation) by developing right faith and beginning the spiritual journey towards moksha.
• No Immediate Liberation: In the present time or current state, abhavi jeev do not attain moksha. They must continue to experience the consequences of their actions (karma) in various forms of existence—heavenly, human, animal, or hellish—until they acquire the necessary spiritual qualities for liberation.

Summary: Abhavi jeev remain in the cycle of samsara due to their inability to attain the right spiritual qualities for liberation at present. Their situation can change in the future, but until then, they continue to be born and die in various forms according to their karma.

References:

• Tattvartha Sutra, Chapter 2 & 9
• Jain Agamas and commentaries (e.g., Samayasara by Acharya Kundkund)