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## Ratnakaranḍaka Śrāvakācāra:
**Verse 13:**
The suffering caused by the ten types of tormentors, and the endurance of that suffering, is not only for the sake of that suffering itself, but also for the sake of overcoming the afflictions, both human and divine, as well as those of the animal realm.
**Verse 14:**
Those who are observing the Samayika should contemplate the nature of samsara and liberation in this way: "I am dwelling in this existence, which is without refuge, inauspicious, impermanent, painful, and not the Self." ... "Liberation is the opposite of this," they should contemplate during the Samayika.
**Explanation:**
* **Existence:** Without refuge (no protection from evil), inauspicious (caused by evil actions), impermanent (temporary), painful (source of suffering), and not the Self (not the true nature of the soul).
* **Liberation:** The opposite of existence, characterized by refuge, auspiciousness, permanence, happiness, and the true Self.
**Verse 15:**
The five transgressions of the Samayika are:
* **Misconduct of speech, body, and mind:** These are the three types of misconduct.
* **Disregard:** Lack of enthusiasm.
* **Forgetfulness:** Lack of focus.
**Explanation:**
These transgressions are described as "manifest" (vyajyante), meaning they are clearly evident and should be avoided.
**Further Explanation:**
The text then goes on to explain the nature of the vows of fasting and medication (proṣadhopavāsa), which are part of the Śrāvaka's practice.