Is there a difference between sakshi Bhav and madhyast bhav

In Jain philosophy, sakshi bhav (the state of the witness) represents the pure, unaffected consciousness that observes all phenomena without attachment or involvement. It is the fundamental nature of the soul (jiva) as the eternal observer, free from karmic obstructions. On the other hand, madhyast bhav (the mediating state) refers to a condition where the soul is influenced or partially involved due to karmic matter, acting as an intermediary between pure consciousness and the material or karmic influences. This distinction is crucial in understanding the soul's journey towards liberation, where the goal is to realize and maintain the sakshi bhav by shedding karmic bonds that cause madhyast bhav. Thus, sakshi bhav is the pure, detached witnessing state, whereas madhyast bhav involves partial identification or mediation influenced by karmic matter.