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1. The first chapter has been inspired by one of the 12 metaphors
used for a shraman in Anuyogdvar Sutra. The metaphor of bumble-bee appears to have been taken from there and used aptly
to describe the ascetic attitude guiding the alms-seeking. 2. The second chapter is based on the 22nd chapter of the
Uttaradhyayan Sutra. Besides the similarity of the theme some of
the verses are also very similar. 3. The third chapter is based on Nisheeth Sutra. 4. The fourth chapter deals with the subject dealt in the 24th chapter
of Acharang Sutra. 5. The fifth chapter is based on the first chapter, titled Pindaishana,
of the second part of Acharang Sutra. 6. The sixth chapter appears to be a commentary on the lessons
about 18 Samvayas (relationship between virtues and the
virtuous) in Samvayang Sutra. 7. The seventh chapter is a compilation of selections from the
thirteenth chapter, titled Bhasha (language), of the second part of
Acharang Sutra. 8. The eighth chapter has been excerpted from the text and
commentary of the eighth chapter of Sthanang Sutra. In the same way the ninth and tenth chapters are also compilation of the lessons from different Agams. All this supports the second belief rather than the first one. (Preface of Dashavaikalik Sutra by Acharyashri Atmaram ji M. page 9)
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THE SUBJECT
This Sutra is about the code of ascetic conduct. It details the routine of the ascetic life from different angles. The important subjects discussed in the ten chapters are
The first chapter deals with the importance of Dharma and almsseeking.
The second chapter deals with the advise of being steadfast in discipline.
The third chapter deals with the simple rules for avoiding faults in discipline.
The fourth chapter deals with the message of clemency towards six categories of living beings based on ahimsa.
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