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## Introduction to the Learned Maharshis
A detailed account of this great soul's life is described in the Shri Somasaubhagya Mahakavya, the Pattavali by U. Dharmasagarji, the Guru Gun Ratnakar Kavya, the Tapagachchha Pattavali, etc. A brief account is described in the books 'Pattavali Parag', 'Tapagachchha Ka Itihas Bhag-1', etc. From these, the information has been gratefully taken here.
## The Radiant Star of the 'Somayug', Pujya Acharya Shri Gunratnasuriji Maharaj
Two eras in the bright tradition of the Tapagachchha have been particularly noteworthy from a literary perspective. One is the Somayug and the other is the Hiruyug. During the time of the Yugapradhan Pujya Acharya Shri Somasundarsuriswarji Maharaj and the Akbarasurtraan Pratibodhak Pujya Acharya Shri Hirsuriswarji Maharaj, the Shraman Sangh flourished greatly. With a definite stability and skillful discipline in matters of conduct, thought, and practice, the all-round creative activity of literature became very vigorous. Due to the creation of many noteworthy texts during the time surrounding these two great souls, the influence of Jain philosophy also attained an extraordinary height and aura.
## Pujya Acharya Shri Gunratnasuriji Maharaj, the Composer of the 'Chausarana Payajnaani Laghu Teeka', was a radiant star of the 'Somayug'. Although extensive information about him is not available, some information is available in the form of Yantra, Tantra, Chutka, or Prashasti, etc.
In texts like 'Shri Somasaubhagya Mahakavya' and 'Gurvaavali', there are many verses praising Pujya Acharya Shri Devasundarsuriji Maharaj, which also mention his influential Pattadharas. Pujya Acharya Shri Gunratnasuriji Maharaj is one of the many Pattadharas of his.
Pujya Acharya Shri Munisundarsuriswarji Maharaj, the Sahasravadhani, has given a very affectionate introduction to his Guru Bhai, Pujya Acharya Shri Gunratnasuriji Maharaj. He states that:
* He was skilled in the art of debate.
* He had won many debates.
* His fame spread far and wide.
* His mind could penetrate even the most difficult texts.
* His character was spotless.
* He had no desire to harm anyone.
* He never sought support from anyone.
* He never harbored resentment towards anyone.
* He stayed far away from falsehood.