Meaning of the following Jain Stotras.
Kalläna kandam Stuti (Stotra)
Sansäradävä stuti
Pukkharavaradivaddhe Sutra
Siddhänam Buddhänam sutra Veyävachchagaränam Sutra
Bhagawänaham Sutra
Devsia Padikkamane Sutra
List of sutra in this presentation.
3. 3 Kalläna kandam (21) Kalläna kandam Stuti Object: Adoration of foremost Lord Jina, all the Tirthankaras, Holy Writ and Goddess of learning (Sarsavati Devi). Sutra 21 - Obeisance to JinasSutra 21 - Obeisance to Jinas
4. 4 Kalläna kandam (21-1) With devotion I pay respects to, foremost Lord Rushabhdeva who is the fountain of all good, cool like moon Lord Shäntinätha and Lord Neminätha supreme lord among ascetics,
5. 5 Kalläna kandam (21-1a) with devotion I pay respects to, enlightener Lord Parshvanätha and establisher of good virtues revered Vardhamäna Swami.
6. 6 Kalläna kandam (21-2) The ones, who have successfully crossed the ocean of mundane existence, who are the reason for all purity, grant me the ultimate release (moksha).
7. 7 Kalläna kandam (21-2a) Who are adored by the celestial beings and who are like the widely spread roots of happiness, all the Jinas;
8. 8 Kalläna kandam (21-3) the supreme vehicle for the path of liberation, the destroyer of ego of all wrong believers,
9. 9 Kalläna kandam (21-3a) the shelter of the wise, the principle doctrines (ägamas) of Jineshwara in three worlds, I pay my eternal respect.
10. 10 Kalläna kandam (21-4) Fair complexion like jasmine flower, full moon, milk of cow and dew, seated on a lotus, holding lotus in one hand,
11. 11 Kalläna kandam (21-4a) and a bundle of books in the other hand, beneficent to all, you! Goddess of learning (Sarsavati Devi) always blesses us with happiness.
12. 12 Kalläna kandam (21A) The first verse is devoted to the infinite number of Jinas who take birth in 15 continents of the Universe; the third verse is in praise of the Holy Writ (ägamas). Lord Tirthankaras give discourses after they acquire absolute knowledge. The chief disciples after listening to these discourses compose the scriptures, which are called Ägamas.
13. 13 Sansäradävä stuti (22) Object: Adoration for eternally beneficial Lord Mahävira, all Tirthankaras and Sarsavati Devi. Sutra 22 - Adoration toSutra 22 - Adoration to Lord Mahävira
14. 14 Sansäradävä stuti (22-1) I bow to you, revered Lord Mahävira you are like water to put out the wildfire of mundane existence, like a gale of wind to blow away the dust of infatuation (attachment),
15. 15 Sansäradävä stuti (22-1a) I bow to you, revered Lord Mahävira you are, like a sharp plough to till away the ground of deceit and steadfast like Mount Meru,
16. 16 Sansäradävä stuti (22-2) I bow at the feet of Lord Jinas, who are worshiped by kings of humans, demons and celestial beings, with their heads bowed down, with garlands made of lotus flowers; the lotus flowers which adorn their crowns,
17. 17 Sansäradävä stuti (22-2a)
2. 2
List of sutra
2121 Kalläna kandam Stuti (Stotra)
2222
Sansäradävä stuti
2323 Pukkharavaradivaddhe
Sutra 2424
Siddhänam Buddhänam sutra
2525
Veyävachchagaränam Sutra 2626
Bhagawänaham Sutra
2727 Devsia Padikkamane
Sutra 2828
List of sutra in this presentation.List of sutra in this presentation.
3. 3
Kalläna kandam (21)
Kalläna kandam Stuti
Object: Adoration of foremost Lord Jina,
all the Tirthankaras, Holy Writ
and Goddess of learning
(Sarsavati Devi).
Sutra 21 - Obeisance to JinasSutra 21 - Obeisance to Jinas
4. 4
Kalläna kandam (21-1)
With devotion I pay respects to,
foremost Lord Rushabhdeva who is the
fountain of all good, cool like moon Lord Shäntinätha
and Lord Neminätha supreme lord among ascetics,
5. 5
Kalläna kandam (21-1a)
with devotion I pay respects to,
enlightener Lord Parshvanätha and
establisher of good virtues revered
Vardhamäna Swami.
6. 6
Kalläna kandam (21-2)
The ones, who have successfully crossed the
ocean of mundane existence,
who are the reason for all purity,
grant me the ultimate release (moksha).
7. 7
Kalläna kandam (21-2a)
Who are adored by the celestial beings and
who are like the widely spread roots of happiness,
all the Jinas;
8. 8
Kalläna kandam (21-3)
the supreme vehicle for the path of liberation,
the destroyer of ego of all wrong believers,
9. 9
Kalläna kandam (21-3a)
the shelter of the wise,
the principle doctrines (ägamas) of
Jineshwara in three worlds,
I pay my eternal respect.
10. 10
Kalläna kandam (21-4)
Fair complexion like jasmine flower,
full moon, milk of cow and dew, seated on a lotus,
holding lotus in one hand,
11. 11
Kalläna kandam (21-4a)
and a bundle of books in the other hand,
beneficent to all, you! Goddess of learning
(Sarsavati Devi) always blesses us with happiness.
12. 12
Kalläna kandam (21A)
The first verse is devoted to the infinite
number of Jinas who take birth in 15 continents of
the Universe; the third verse is in praise of
the Holy Writ (ägamas).
Lord Tirthankaras give discourses after
they acquire absolute knowledge.
The chief disciples after listening to these
discourses compose the scriptures, which are
called Ägamas.
13. 13
Sansäradävä stuti (22)
Object: Adoration for eternally beneficial
Lord Mahävira, all Tirthankaras and
Sarsavati Devi.
Sutra 22 - Adoration toSutra 22 - Adoration to Lord Mahävira
14. 14
Sansäradävä stuti (22-1)
I bow to you, revered Lord Mahävira you are like
water to put out the wildfire of mundane existence,
like a gale of wind to blow away the
dust of infatuation (attachment),
15. 15
Sansäradävä stuti (22-1a)
I bow to you, revered Lord Mahävira you are,
like a sharp plough to till away the ground of
deceit and steadfast like Mount Meru,
16. 16
Sansäradävä stuti (22-2)
I bow at the feet of Lord Jinas, who are worshiped
by kings of humans, demons and celestial beings,
with their heads bowed down,
with garlands made of lotus flowers;
the lotus flowers which adorn their crowns,
17. 17
Sansäradävä stuti (22-2a)
I bow at the feet of Lord Jinas,
who have fulfilled all the desires of
people who have paid their obeisance to you.
18. 18
Sansäradävä stuti (22-3)
I bow to,
the ocean of words (scripture) of Lord Mahävira
which is full of profound knowledge, whose verses
are like a fascinating & flowing pool of water,
whose body is vast due to the mutual union of
waves of non-violence & simplicity,
19. 19
Sansäradävä stuti (22-3a)
I bow to,
the ocean of words of Lord Mahävira which is full
of inter-twined lessons of doctrines,
full of essence and
full of jewels of wisdom.
20. 20
Sansäradävä stuti (22-4)
O Goddess Sarsavati!
With seated on a lotus flower of such sweet
fragrance that the flocks of wasps fly around it,
having beautiful dancing leaves (lotus),
21. 21
Sansäradävä stuti (22-4a)
O Goddess Sarsavati!
With extremely beautiful complexion,
holding a lotus flower in one hand,
sparkling necklaces adoring the neck,
grant me the state of liberation,
the ultimate release from mundane existence.
22. 22
Pukkharavaradivaddhe (23)
Shruta Stava Sutra
Object: This is a hymn in praise of Jaina
doctrine, which drives away the
darkness of ignorance.
This sutra depicts the prayer praising
Tirthankaras residing in addhi dwip and
their true knowledge.
Sutra 23 - Praise to Jina’s doctrineSutra 23 - Praise to Jina’s doctrine
23. 23
Pukkharavaradivaddhe (23-1)
I bow down to those peaceful liberators,
who have established the sacred doctrine in
5 Bhärata, 5 Airävata, & 5 Mahävideha
continents (Kshetras) located in two and
half islands made up by Jambudvipa,
Dhatakikhanda and half of Pushkaradvipa.
24. 24
Pukkharavaradivaddhe (23-2)
I worship the sacred doctrine,
which is destroyer of the veil of
darkness of ignorance,
which is adored by celestial beings and kings,
28. 28
Pukkharavaradivaddhe (23-4)
Oh people! Pay reverently salutations to the
Holy Writ (shrutadharma), of Lord Tirthankara,
which is proven to be the most superior doctrine,
most beneficial in the path of right conduct,
is faithfully worshiped by
empyrean gods (devas), mansion dwelling gods,
luminous gods and forest gods.
29. 29
Pukkharavaradivaddhe (23-4a)
Let this sacred doctrine, which includes
detailed description of all the six substances all
the three worlds & the living beings in there,
be triumphant.
May it be victorious and may it prosper the dignity
of the other tenets like lesser & major vows.
31. 31
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24)
Object: Homage paid to all the Siddhas,
Lord Mahävira, all the auspicious
events of Lord Arishthanemi and
24 Jinas at Ashtapada tirth.
Sutra 24 - Homage to the SiddhasSutra 24 - Homage to the Siddhas
32. 32
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24-1)
I pay homage, to all the Siddhas,
the enlightened ones who have crossed the
ocean of mundane existence, who have gone
there by climbing the stages of
spiritual development in orderly fashion and
have reached the summit of the Universe.
33. 33
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24-2)
I pay my respect by bowing down my
head to Mahävira,
who is the god of gods (Indra),
who is adored by lords of gods (Devas), and
whom gods worship with their hands clasped.
34. 34
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24-3)
Even one salutation offered to the best
among all the Tirthankaras Lord Vardhamäna,
will carry a man or a woman across
the ocean of mundane existence.
35. 35
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24-4)
I worship Arishtanemi, the ecumenical
holy monarch, who received the initiation on the
summit of the Mount Girnära,
attained perfect knowledge (kevala-jnäna) and
the liberation (moksha).
36. 36
Siddhänam Buddhänam (24-5)
May four, eight, ten and two,
thus twenty-four venerated Jinas,
who have been liberated & attained the
Siddha state, show me the path to the Moksha.
38. 38
Veyävachchagaränam (25)
I stand in body-abandonment posture (käyotsarga)
for those patron gods (devas),
who render selfless service & bring tranquility to
Jaina religious order (Jaina Shäshana); and
bring equanimity to people of right faith.
39. 39
Bhagawänaham (26)
Object: Veneration to all five supreme beings.
This is a very important verse, even though
it is made up of four words only.
The meaning behind each word is very deep.
The literal translation of this verse is:
“I am the perfect God, I am the leader of
congregation, I am the holy preceptor and I
am the monk; I am the divinity of all these.”
Sutra 26 –Obeisance to Panch ParmesthiSutra 26 –Obeisance to Panch Parmesthi
40. 40
Bhagawänaham (26A)
Object: Veneration to all five supreme beings.
The verse implies oneness with all the living
beings.
One is not a separate entity but one is all of
these living beings.
One is it.
41. 41
Bhagawänaham (26-1)
I pray again & again
worship myself as perfect embodied and the
liberated souls,
leaders of congregation,
holy preceptors and all the ascetics.
42. 42
Devsia Padikkamane (27)
Devsia Padikkamane Thäum Sutra
Object: Very important short verse to
confess (Älochanä) for all sins
committed during the day.
Sutra 27 – Forgiveness SutraSutra 27 – Forgiveness Sutra
43. 43
Devsia Padikkamane (27-1)
O lord! With your permission, can I atone for all
harmful activities committed during the day?
(When the preceptor grants the permission)
Accepting the permission.
44. 44
Devsia Padikkamane (27-2)
For all the sinful thoughts,
spiteful words and for evil activities
I may have committed during the day,
may those harmful deeds be forgiven and
become fruitless.
45. 45
Ichchhämi thämi (28)
Object: Ask forgiveness for any violations
committed against 12 vows of
householder.
Sutra 28 - Forgiveness SutraSutra 28 - Forgiveness Sutra
46. 46
Ichchhämi thämi (28-1)
I stand in body-abandonment posture
for whatever faults
I may have committed during the day,
47. 47
Ichchhämi thämi (28-1a)
through the actions, speech, or thoughts,
speaking against the scriptures,
following a wrong path,
performed unworthy and improper deed,
48. 48
Ichchhämi thämi (28-2)
ill meditated, ill conceived, immoral, undesirable
and unbecoming acts for a layman.
In regard to knowledge, belief and
conduct of lay life,
49. 49
Ichchhämi thämi (28-2a)
the Holy Writ, the equanimity (sämäyika), and
whatever transgression I may have committed in
respect of the three-fold self-control (guptis),
four passions (kashäyas), and
the five lesser vows (anu-vratas).
three spiritual vows of self-discipline
(guna-vratas),
50. 50
Ichchhämi thämi (28-3)
four spiritual vows of self-mortification
(shikshä-vratas),
the layman’s twelve-fold rule of conduct,
51. 51
Ichchhämi thämi (28-3a)
I may have broken, or opposed,
may those bad deeds of mine be
forgiven and become fruitless.
52. 52
Nänammi Sutra (29)
Dansanammi Panchächära Sutra
Object: To pray and ask forgiveness for violations
of the five ethical codes of conduct.
Any transgressions of these five ethical codes of
conduct as well as twelve vows for layperson are
called the violations (atichära).
Any activities that enhance five attributes (faith,
knowledge, conduct, austerity & the spiritual energy)
are called ethical codes of conduct (ächära).
Sutra 29 - Forgiveness SutraSutra 29 - Forgiveness Sutra
53. 53
Nänammi Sutra (29-1)
There are five ethical codes of conduct in
regard to right knowledge, right faith,
right conduct, penance & spiritual strength.
54. 54
Nänammi Sutra (29-2)
To study scripture at proper time (1-jnänächära),
to respect the scholar (2-vinayächära),
to greatly respect wise, preceptors and the
scriptures (3-bahumänächära),
to make efforts to study
the scriptures (4-upadhänächara),
not to conceal identity of
the spiritual preceptor (5-
aninhavanächära),
55. 55
Nänammi Sutra (29-2a)
to pronounce the verses clearly
(6-vyanjanächära),
to interpret the verses accurately
(7-arthächära)
to reflect both on verses and meaning
(8-ubhayächära)
are the eight fold practice of right knowledge.
56. 56
Nänammi Sutra (29-3)
Not to have any doubt in the words of Jina
(1-nishankitächära),
not to put faith in other religions
(2-nikänkshitächära),
57. 57
Nänammi Sutra (29-3a)
not to loath at monks and nuns for their unclean and
untidy appearance (3-nirvitigichhächära),
not to get impressed by pompousness, spells and
charms of an unfaithful (4-amudhdrastiächära),
58. 58
Nänammi Sutra (29-3b)
genuinely praise and support a person with
right faith (5-uvavooha),
to bring stability in religious practices of the
people whose faith is shaken (6-thireekarane),
to look after the welfare of the
coreligionists (7-vachchhalla) and
to perform pious activities which
will bring praise from people of other faiths (8-
pabhävane), are the
eight fold practices of right faith.
59. 59
Nänammi Sutra (29-4)
To practice the five fold vigilant (samitis) and
three fold restraints (guptis) of
mind, speech and body, diligently,
are eight fold practices of right conduct.
60. 60
Nänammi Sutra (29-5)
The 12 types of austerities, six external &
six internal prescribed by lord Arihanta,
without remorse or without expectation of
financial returns for livelihood,
is the right way of practice of penance,
61. 61
Nänammi Sutra (29-6)
to practice four fold dietetic restrictions,
eating less then required amount,
to restrict the number of items to eat,
complete or partial abstention of tasty foods,
mortification of body by heat, cold, etc. and to
be modest are the six
types of external austerities,
62. 62
Nänammi Sutra (29-7)
Confession (präyaschitta) in the presence of a
spiritual guide (guru), which includes atonement
(pratikramana) and confession (älochanä),
63. 63
Nänammi Sutra (29-7a)
reverential behavior in thoughts, words and deeds
to the elders and monks (vinaya), and look
after their needs, (vaiyävachcha),
studying, asking questions, memorizing, expounding,
reading the sacred lore (dharma kathä) that
is swädhyäya,
65. 65
Nänammi Sutra (29-8)
to use the mental, verbal and bodily strength
according to ones ability to promote religious
activities and to pursue the path of
righteousness are the three ways of
utilizing one’s energy the right way.
66. 66
Suguru Vandanä (30)
Object: To pay utmost respects to the spiritual
preceptors (guru) and ask for their
forgiveness for any transgressions
committed while paying respects
(Vandanä).
This sutra is to be addressed to only
high-ranking Guru (Acharya, Upadhyaya,
Pravtataka, Charitrachar or Ratnadhik).
Sutra 30 –Guru VandanSutra 30 –Guru Vandanä
67. 67
Suguru Vandanä (30A)
In this sutra a layperson confesses and
asks for forgiveness for any violations
(äshätanäs) he or she my have committed while
paying respect (Vandanä) to the spiritual
preceptor.
Shri Haribhadra Suri has defined Vandanä
as the foundation of the religion
(dharma pratimulbhutä vandanä) which can lead
to the liberation (Moksha).
68. 68
Suguru Vandanä (30-1)
(The disciple says). O forbearing Guru !
I wish to enquire about your health and
pay my respects to you.
(The preceptor says do as you wish).
(The disciple says) Allow me to enter your
restricted space. (The preceptor says) I allow you.
69. 69
Suguru Vandanä (30-2)
Oh revered Guru
forgive me if I cause
any pain while touching
your feet with my body,
I hope you have spent
your whole day peacefully
with little disturbance?
(The Guru says yes).
70. 70
Suguru Vandanä (30-2a)
In your spiritual
progress, are you
unperturbed by your sense
organs & passions ?
(The preceptor
says yes and so are you).
I beg for pardon,
forbearing Guru,
for my daily
transgressions.
(The preceptor
says I too ask your
71. 71
Suguru Vandanä (30-3a)
O forbearing Guru!
For any disrespect
for any of the 33
defilements (äshätnäs)
while performing
day to day essential
duties, anything done
amiss through evil
mind, rude speech, or
body, through anger,
pride, deceit or greed,
72. 72
Suguru Vandanä (30-4)
for any evil behavior (Mithya-upchaar) and
violation of the sacred doctrine,
during any time,
73. 73
Suguru Vandanä (30-4a)
whatever offence I may have committed,
forbearing Guru, I confess, reprehend and
repent it and cast aside my sinful self.
74. How to get most benefit.
To get most benefit from the stotra one
should recite with :
(a) Clear pronunciation
(b) Deep, Inexhaustible, Unbreakable faith
and with conscientious devotion
towards Arihant’s teachings.
75. How to get most benefit.
To get most benefit from the stotra,
one should recite with
(c) Ultra pure mind, without even slightest
of attachment (raag) & malice (dwesh)
towards any Living beings.
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“Shri Sämäyika-Pratikramana sootra” by
Mahasatiji Dharmashilaji and
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Panch Jinani Thoya Foremost jina are Rishabhadeva, NEMNATH, Paeshvanath, Shantinath, and mahvira swami
Kallana kandam = roots of all bliss or fountain of good padhamam = foremost or first Jinindam =Jinendra Santim = Shantinath Nemi Jinam =Neminath Munindam = lord among sadhu, Indra
First verse is in praise of five Tirthankaras, Pasam = Parshvanatha Payasam = enlightener of 3 loka Sugunikka = good virtues Bhatteei = Bhakti Siri vaddhamanam =Vardhamana swami
second verse is in praise of all the Tirthankaras, Jininda = Jinendra Suravinda = celestial beings Kallana Valleena = vine of hapiness Visala kanda = wide roots
third verse is in praise of Holy Writ (ägamas), the knowledge Jinanam = Jineshwar Saranam = shelter Buhanam = principle doctorines Nichcham = always Tijagappahanam = Jineshwar of three worlds
fourth verse is in praise of Goddess of Learning Sarsavati Devi Vaesiree = shrutdevi, sarsavati devi Putthayavagga = books Vagga = bundle Hattha = hand Suhaya = beneficent
Each word of a Tirthankara is meaningful and auspicious. They have strength of making a soul pure by eradicating all the sins of the faithful.
Sansar = cycle of birth & death Davanala = wildfire daha = heat neeram = water Sammoha = moha dhoolee = dust harane = remove sameeram = wind
Maya = deceit rasa = ground darana = plough sara = sharp seeram = plough Veeram = Veer bhagvan Giri sara = Mount meru
Bhava avanam = namaskaar sura = dev danava = demon Manav = human Choola = crown kamala = lotus vali = garland Malitano = worship
Sampoorita = fulfill Bhinata = Bhakta, devotee sameehitani = desires Kamam = atyant, excessive namami = namskaar Jinraj = Lord Jina Padani = feet, charaNa tani = te
Bodha = knowledge Gadham = profound, Gambhir Supada = superb verses Neera Poora = flowing pool of water Abhiramam = manohar Jeeva hinsa = non violenceb Sangam = mutual union Deham = body
Choola = doctrine Guru = huge mani = jewel sankulam = full of, bharpoor Viera = Veer Bhagvan agama = agam scriptures jala Nidhim = ocean sadhu = nice way
O Goddess Sarsavati! With extremely beautiful complexion, holding a lotus flower in one hand, sparkling necklaces adoring the neck, seated on a lotus flower of such sweet fragrance that the flocks of wasps fly around it; A moola = up to root Lola = dancing Parimala = fragrance Aa Leedha = helpless lola = smart ali = wasp kamala = Lotus flower Aa rava sara = super sounding words A mama = pure Dal = leaf kamal = lotus A gara = house Nivase = residence
Chhaya = beautiful kamala kare = kamal in hand Hara = garland Vani = representing agam scriptures Bhava Viraha varam = grant me state of liberation
Depict = portray by a words
Pukkharavara = Pushkaradvipa Deevaddhed = 2 ½ island Dhayaisanded = Dhatakikhanda Jamboodeeved = Jambu dweep Bharah = bharat E’ravaya = Airavata Videhe = mahavideha Dhammaaigare = established doctrine
Tam Timira = darkness of ignorance Viddhamsanassa = destroyer Suragana = celestial being nar = human Indra = lord, king Mahiassa = worship
Seemadharassa = obeys rules of conduct
Jai = birth jara = old age soga = sorrow Panasanassa = pranash, destroys, bring to end, Kallana = Kalyan, bliss Pukkhala = ample, complete Suhavahassa = bliss of Moksha, salvation
In the fifth verse the numbers four, eight, ten and two, thus the total number twenty-four; represent images of Tirthankaras placed by Universal Monarch Bhärata in four directions of Mount Ashtäpad.
Veyavachcha = Santigaranam = tranquility Sammaditthi = devas devoted to Samyak perception Samahi = Samadhi, spiritual under taking
Kao = perform Kaio = action, bodily Vaio = by speech Manasio = by thoughts Ussutto = against the scriptures Ummaggo = wrong path, marg Akappo = unworthy Akaranijjo = improper
Sue = Holy writ Guttinam = 3 Gupti
Savaga = Shravak
Khandiam = broken, opposed
This sutra is known also as panchächära ni äth gäthä.
Nanammi = regarding knowledge, Dansanmmi is Darshan, Charanammi is Charitra or conduct, Tavammi is Tap or penance Veeriyammi is Virya or spiritual strength Ayaranam is Aacharan Ayaro is Aachar, code of conduct Any transgressions of these five ethical codes of conduct as well as twelve vows for layperson are called the violations (atichära). ethical code is called ächära.
Kale = study at proper time
genuinely praise and support a person with right faith (upabrumhanächära), to bring stability in religious practices of the people whose faith is shaken (sthirikaranächära), to look after the welfare of the coreligionists (vätsalyächära), and to perform pious activities which will bring praise from people of other faiths (prabhävnächära),
Panihana Joga = act of mind, speech and body deligently ( savdhanthi)
To practice four fold dietetic restrictions {total or partial fast, eating less then required amount, to restrict the number of items to eat, complete or partial abstention of tasty foods (like milk, yogurt, clarified butter, sugar, oil etc.)}, mortification of body by heat, cold, insect bites etc. and to be modest are the six types of external austerities. 6
Confession (präyaschitta) in the presence of a spiritual guide (guru), which includes atonement (pratikramana) and confession (älochanä), reverential behavior in thoughts, words and deeds to the elders and monks (vinaya), and look after their needs, (vaiyävachcha), studying, asking questions, memorizing, expounding, reading the sacred lore (dharma kathä) that is swädhyäya,
Confession (präyaschitta) in the presence of a spiritual guide (guru), which includes atonement (pratikramana) and confession (älochanä), reverential behavior in thoughts, words and deeds to the elders and monks (vinaya), and look after their needs, (vaiyävachcha), studying, asking questions, memorizing, expounding, reading the sacred lore (dharma kathä) that is swädhyäya,
Jahuttama = path of righteousness, as per Thirthankar Jahathamam = ones ability
Three type of vandana Fittavandan = bowing head, Thobhavandan by to Khamasan, Dwadshavatravandan = two wanndana Each stanza is spoken with particular body movement, toching guru’ feet, bowing, doing Namakaar (shirnaman)
Anujanaha = allow me Miuggaham = with in 3.5 hand distance
Body meaning touching your feet with my hand and forehead (lalat) Kaya samphasam =allow me to touch you Kilamo = disturbance Subena = Peacefully
Jatta = spiritual progress of Tap,Niyam, sayam and swadhyay Ja va Nij = body with unperturbed sense organ & passion
33 ashatnas related to evil mind, speech and body activity, 33 ashatnas related to anger, pride, deceit and greed, Avassiae = essentila duties titteesannayarae = 33 ashatnas
Asayanae = violation
Aiaro = atichar, offence, breaking of vows,
Umasvati laid foundation of tattvarth sutra, by introducing 3 Jewel and 7 categories of truth, which are essential nature of reality in this Chapter 1. Faith is one of the main attribute of samyaktva