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• Triṇakācāra.
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The first six of these eleven images are considered inferior, the next three are considered medium, and the final two are considered superior in the Jaina scriptures. || 152 ||
Having heard these teachings from the guru, the yajñopavita-wearing śrāvaka should, as far as possible, adopt these practices, which bring happiness in this world and the next. || 153 ||
After this, the dharma-minded boy should go home with music and other festivities, and honor all his family members with betel leaves for the sake of dharma. || 154 ||
The yajñopavita, as described by the great sages, is a symbol of the three jewels. It is pleasing to the mind and is worn by those who are devoted to dharma, artha, and kāma, for their happiness. || 155 ||
The study of knowledge should always be undertaken, for it is an ornament for the virtuous. This is what Somadev has said for the benefit of all. || 156 ||
Thus, these excellent vows have been described in accordance with the Jina-agama. Those who practice them are worthy of praise. They are like those who have crossed the ocean of samsara and attained the bliss of liberation. They are praised by Indra and other gods, great kings, and Somadev. || 157 ||
Thus ends the tenth chapter of the Śrīdharmarasikśāstra, which describes the three types of conduct, and which is called the Vratasvarūpakathana.