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The material that inspired the author to write Tattvartha can primarily be divided into four parts.
1. Inheritance of Agama Knowledge: In Jain philosophy, like the Vedas in Vedic philosophy, the Agama texts are considered the primary authority; the authenticity of other texts is based on the Agama. Since this inheritance of Agama knowledge has been passed on from the past, the reader Uma Swati received it properly; therefore, his understanding of all Agamic subjects was clear and systematic.
2. Sanskrit Language: Living in regions like Kashi, Magadha, Bihar, and being thoughtful, perhaps due to Brahminical lineage, the reader Uma Swati studied the Sanskrit language, which was prominent during his father's time. The opening of the door to knowledge in the Sanskrit language, in addition to the Prakrit language, enabled him to understand Vedic philosophical literature and Buddhist philosophical literature composed in Sanskrit, and he effectively utilized this opportunity to enrich his own knowledge.
3. Influences from Other Philosophies: Through the Sanskrit language, he accessed Vedic and Buddhist literature, and by observing new contemporary compositions influenced by them, he became aware of various ideas and conceptual frameworks, which deeply impacted him. This influence inspired him to write texts in a concise philosophical aphoristic style and in the Sanskrit language, which had not previously held a prominent position in Jain literature.
4. Talent: Despite having these three aims, if he did not possess talent, he would never have been able to present the Tattvartha in this form.