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## Preface |
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There is not a single mention within a thousand years, and this time cannot be so insignificant as to be disregarded; rather, the existence, propagation, and mention of the *Mahabhashya* are more likely to have occurred during this time, and this seems more appropriate for them. Therefore, there is a special need to thoroughly examine the ancient Jain literature from the 12th century to the 3rd century to properly establish the chain and consistency of previous mentions with the first mentions; if this is done, the chain and consistency of these previous mentions will be properly established and they will become even more weighty. Furthermore, this search is expected to reveal some other texts and biographies of Samantabhadra that could not be included in this history, and the discovery of which could further enhance the history of Samantabhadra. It is hoped that lovers of archaeology and scholars who wish to restore the history of Samantabhadra will surely make a good effort in this search and thus be able to resolve some controversial issues soon. Scholars who, through their diligence and experience in this subject, will suggest something new to us or who will take the trouble to shed light on any point included in the history in a reasoned manner, will be deserving of our special thanks, and an attempt will be made to give their point a proper place in the next edition. Thus, auspicious.
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Will go.
Jugalkishor, Mukhtar.
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Sarsawa, near Saharanpur, Vaisakha Shukla 2, Samvat 1982
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