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## First Understanding: Auspicious Introduction
**Jinaakhyam:** This Jain doctrine is spoken directly by the Jinesvara through the power of words. Some wise people say that the Tirthankara does not make any effort to preach, but due to their excellent virtuous past deeds, the listeners have that impression. Just as a Cintamani (wish-fulfilling gem) itself has no color, but due to the contact of the object, it appears colored. Similarly, the Tirthankara does not make any effort to preach, yet due to their virtuous influence, the listeners feel that the Tirthankara is presenting such and such things. This statement is not appropriate. To refute this opinion, the epithet 'Jinaakhyam' is given. This means that the Tirthankara preaches through the direct act of speech, arising from the Tirthankara karma. Even if the listeners feel that way due to mere dominance, when the direct act of speech is available, it would be an exaggeration. Such an assumption could be made elsewhere as well. In such a situation, there would be a direct contradiction. Therefore, the aforementioned belief is not consistent with logic and evidence.
**Jinaanuchinnm:** This Jain doctrine is realized through Samadhi by the Ganadharas. Here, the word 'Jin' should be understood as referring to the Ganadharas. The Ganadharas are endowed with such power that nothing can stop them from attaining benefit. They understand the meaning of this Jain doctrine deeply, and by non-attachment, they attain equanimity and experience the state of Samadhi. Because it is practiced by the Ganadharas, this Jain doctrine is called 'Jinaanuchinnm'. Alternatively, in the past, the ordinary Kevali and other Jins have consumed this doctrine and attained Jintva (liberation). From this perspective as well, 'Jinaanuchinnm' should be understood as consistent.
**Jinpannattam:** This Jain doctrine is declared by the Ganadharas. Due to the extraordinary excellence attained through the aforementioned state of Samadhi, the Ganadharas develop a unique power, through which they create the scriptures in the form of sutras, with distinctions like the Angas, Upangas, and Praacharas. Therefore, this Jain doctrine is in the form of sutras, created by the Ganadharas, meaning 'Jinprajnapta'. The Agamas say, "The Tirthankara speaks in the form of meaning, and the Ganadharas weave it into the form of sutras." In this way, the sutras are established for the benefit of the Jain religion.
**Jindeshiyam:** This Jain doctrine is given by the Ganadharas only to those who are worthy and inclined towards the path of righteousness. This implies that only worthy people should be given knowledge of the principles of the sutras. Here, the word 'Jin' is used for the Vineyas (disciples) who are inclined towards the path of righteousness. This scripture should be given only to those listeners who are facing the path of righteousness and are turned away from the path of unrighteousness. Sudharma Ganadhara gave this scripture to such a worthy Vineya, Shri Jambuswami.
1. Then the impression arises in the beings due to that dominance. But he himself is situated like a Cintamani, without any effort.
2. First, the Ganadharas, who are wise, weave the sutras and the scriptures. For the benefit of the religion, the sutras are established.
3. Here, the Jins are those who are inclined towards the path of righteousness, whose lineage is pure, who are facing the right path, and who are turned away from the wrong path. - Malayagiri Vritti.