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The statement of the time is: "All are indeed new, there are many ways of speaking, depending on the context. That which is pure from all perspectives, that which is established in the qualities of conduct, is considered pure." ||13||88||
Thus ends the first study of the *Samaya* section of the *Sutrakritanga*.
Commentary: The author of the text, having described the fundamental and secondary qualities, now concludes by stating:
- Here, the word "tu" signifies a concept. The monk should always be endowed with the five virtues and conduct himself in accordance with them. He should abstain from violence, refrain from killing, and observe the five great vows. He should remain guarded by the five restraints, protect his soul, and avoid any faults. He should also remain guarded in his mind, speech, and body, preventing them from engaging in unrighteous activities and protecting himself. He should not be attached to householders who are caught in the trap of family life, just as a lotus remains unstained by the mud even while growing in it. Similarly, even while interacting with householders, the sage should not become attached to them. The mendicant, who sustains himself through begging, should remain engaged in the practice of self-restraint until he attains liberation and all his karmas are destroyed. This is a teaching directed towards the disciple. Here, the word "iti" signifies the end of the chapter. The verb "bravimi" is connected with the *Ganadhara*. He says, "I speak as the *Tirthankara* said, as I have heard." He does not speak from his own intellect or desire.
The exposition of the *Anugam* principles has concluded. Now, the conclusion of the *nayas* is presented. There are many ways of speaking about all the *nayas*. They should be understood as being free from fault from the perspective of all *nayas*. Those who are established in the qualities of conduct, who possess right knowledge and action, are considered pure by the sages.
The *Samaya* section of the *Sutrakritanga* has come to an end.