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The *Prakashkiya Pannavanā-Prajñāpanā Sūtra* is a specific *āgama* text of Jain philosophy. It is as vast as it is profound. To gain a deep understanding of the principles, the study, contemplation, and reflection of this *āgama* is not only necessary but also mandatory. The *Prajñāpanā Sūtra* is composed in 36 chapters. This present edition includes the original text along with its meaning and explanation in Hindi. Due to this, the size of the text has increased significantly. However, without it, it would not be possible for every reader to understand the essence of the text. In this situation, this *āgama* is being published in three volumes. The first volume has already been published. This second volume is in the hands of the readers. The same method of explanation, etc., that was adopted in the first volume has been adopted in this one. The same method will be followed in the final, i.e., the third volume. The detailed introduction and necessary appendices, etc., will be given only in the third volume. Its translator-editor is the renowned scholar and speaker of the Jain world, Pt. R. Shrigyanmuniji Maharaj. The committee is extremely grateful for the valuable contribution of Munishri. The *Uttarādhyayana Sūtra* is almost ready for printing. The work of printing the *Vyākhyāprajñapti* is also underway. It is hoped that all these *āgamas* will be sent to the service of the readers soon. Honorable Shri Hukmichandji Ma. Chordia has provided special financial assistance in the publication of this book. We are extremely grateful to him. It is a matter of great regret that the architect of this grand plan of *āgama* publication, the most revered young Acharya Shri Mishrimalji Ma. Sa. 'Madhukar', is no longer among us. However, with his indirect blessings and the valuable cooperation of the learned Mahasati Shri Umravkuvarji Ma. 'Archana' and the efforts of Pt. Shri Shobhachandji Bharill, etc., the publication work is continuing and will continue. Finally, we are grateful to all the helpful dignitaries and workers whose combined efforts have ensured the smooth progress of the publication work. Ratanchand Modi / Jatanraj Mehta / Chandmal Vinaykia Acting President Prime Minister Minister *Āgama*-Publication-Committee, Byawar (Rajasthan)