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If a systematic interpretation is observed, it is uncontroversially accepted by the Svetambara tradition. 4. The mention of the reader Umaswati and the description of other Acharyas in that lineage are found in the Vetambari Patavali, Pannavana, and Nandini Staviravali. These arguments lead the reader to believe that Umaswati belongs to the Svetambara tradition, and thus far, all Svetambara Acharyas have considered him as part of their own tradition since the beginning. It is my father's opinion, which has solidified after extensive reading and contemplation, that Umaswati is from the Svetambara tradition, not the Digambara. To clarify this opinion, it is necessary to shed light on some historical questions regarding the differences between the Digambara and Svetambara traditions. The first question is, to what extent can we trace the ancient origins of the differences or opposition observed today between Digambara and Svetambara in the realms of scripture and conduct, and what were the primary issues concerning that ancient origin? The second question is whether there was a common scripture recognized equally by both sects, how long that shared belief lasted, when differences began to emerge, and when did these differences ultimately lead to the complete invalidation of mixed scriptural teachings? The third and final question is, which tradition was Umaswati's father adhering to, and was the scripture upon which he based his composition of Tattvartha universally accepted by both sects?