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of the various branches of Jaina and non-Jaina systems of philosophy written in these two languages, and their profound study of the vast mass of literature of Indian Darsanas ( See S. T. Vol. 5; Indices no. 6 and 10 would give a pretty fair idea of the profound scholarship of the two authors ) gave them a great impetus in writing their works.
(iii) The original work Sanmati from its very birth came to have a wonderful influence on Jaina literature. From the 7th. century right upto the present century from among the reputed students of Jaina philosophy, either belonging to Śwetāmbara or Digambara sect, some have described this mighty work Sanmati, as a supreme work of genious ? that would add to the glory of Jaina philosophy. Some have copiously drawn upon the verses of Sanmati 2 in support of their own thoughts. Many have written commentaries thereupon ; while still others have -composed entirely new works basing their own views on Sanmati*. Some have written elaborate and profound works to refute these views of Sanmati with which they did not agree 5 ; others have enhanced the reputation of Sanmati harmoniously synthesising 6 its views. In short, it can be said that the place of honour given
1 For instance Jinadāsaganimahattara and others. 2 Hari-Bhadra, Gandha Hasti and others. 3 Mallavādi, Sumati and others. 4 For instance Yasovijaya. 5 Jinabhadragaại Ksamăsramaņa and others. 6 See Jnanabindu p. 164.
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